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Robert Kay Peterson

Robert Kay Peterson, MD

Hip and Knee Orthopedic Surgery

Shoulder and Elbow Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Accepting New Patients

Ages Seen

  • Adult 18+
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About

Professional Statement

Northbay Health Patient Stories

Mayo Clinic Partnership

Clinical Interests

Professional Memberships

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Locations

  1. NorthBay Health Orthopedics - Vacaville

    Expertise

    Education

    Mississippi Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center

    Fellowship, Sports Medicine, 1998

    Montefiore-Albert Einstein Hematology/Oncology GME

    Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1997

    Yeshiva University Albert Einstein College of Medicine

    Medical Education, 1997

    Montefiore-Albert Einstein Hematology/Oncology GME

    Internship, Surgery (General Surgery), 1993

    Board Certifications

    Orthopaedic Surgery

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2000

    Insurance

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    Search plans
    • Aetna HMO
    • Anthem Blue Cross HMO (specialty referral only)
    • Anthem MediBlue Access (PPO) Medicare Advantage
    • Anthem MediBlue Dual Access (PPO D-SNP)(Medicare/Medi-Cal)
    • Anthem Medical Local Preferred Provider Organization (LPPO). (Out-of-state Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medicare Advantage PPO)
    • Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Plan
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    • Brand New Day Medicare Advantage Plan (specialty referral only)
    • CalPERS: Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO
    • CalPERS: PERS Platinum (PPO) and PERS Gold (PPO)
    • CHAMPVA
    • Compass Rose Plan
    • Covered California: Anthem Blue Cross PPO
    • Covered California: Blue Shield HMO
    • Covered California: Western Health Advantage
    • FEHB: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    • GEHA PPO Plans
    • Health Smart POS
    • Health Smart PPO
    • Medi-Cal
    • Medicare
    • Partnership HealthPlan of CA (Currently not accepting new patients for Primary Care)
    • TRICARE (includes TRICARE for Life)
    • UnitedHealthcare AARP Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO)
    • UnitedHealthcare AARP Medicare Advantage Focus (HMO-POS)
    • UnitedHealthcare Employer Retiree Medicare Advantage Plan PPO
    • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage Assure (HMO)
    • Western Health Advantage
    • Western Health Advantage MyCare & MyCare Plus

    Reviews

    4.7 of 5 stars

    338 Ratings, 98 Reviews

    The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

    Would you recommend this provider to your family and friends?
    Average provider Would you recommend this provider to your family and friends? rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Did this provider listen carefully to you and show respect for what you had to say?
    Average provider Did this provider listen carefully to you and show respect for what you had to say? rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
    Did you trust this provider with your care?
    Average provider Did you trust this provider with your care? rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
    Did this provider give you easy to understand information about your health and treatment plan?
    Average provider Did this provider give you easy to understand information about your health and treatment plan? rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
    Did this provider spend enough time with you?
    Average provider Did this provider spend enough time with you? rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/7/2024

      Dr. Peterson was very nice and I felt he listened to me.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/3/2024

      My provider is Dr. Peterson. He is an excellent surgeon. His bedside manners are a bit rough. He needs to tone it down with his sarcasm. As a surgeon though he is outstanding.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/3/2024

      I Came in nervous and scared however the hospital workers made it easy so thanks to all

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/3/2024

      This provider is so good I'm coming back to have my knees taken care of

      1 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/27/2024

      That Dr was horrible !!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/27/2024

      I like my experience with Dr. Peterson very much. I hope to continue seeing him for a long time. Thank you.

      2 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/21/2024

      I had to wait over an hour still didn't get seen

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/20/2024

      It was super. They did very good and are very friendly and respectful. Everything was very good, without faults or complaints.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/6/2024

      Dr. Peterson and his team was great professional knowledgeable and kind. I really appreciated their help. Thank you.

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/4/2024

      Waited a long time !

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/31/2024

      It was great office staff was very kind and Dr. Paterson was awesome

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/30/2024

      Nice and easy people are friendly! I highly recommend to everyone. Thank you and I appreciated.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/30/2024

      Dr Peterson is great. I had my shoulder surgery 4 months ago and he did outstanding job. I'm very glad I got a great Dr

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/30/2024

      It is a 3 1/2 hour commute one way to see Dr Peterson and absolutely worth it. For anything orthopedic he is the only doctor my family, including grown children, trusts enough to see

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/28/2024

      I would like to say that although I was the last appointment of the day, everyone treated me as though I was the very first patient

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/28/2024

      Dr Peterson was great. Knowledgeable and to the point. Provided good direction and next steps.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/23/2024

      Great provider

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/23/2024

      Dr Peterson was very kind, caring and thorough in exploring My condition. Thanks again North Bay

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/23/2024

      They treated me well, and thanks to the treatment my health has improved.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/19/2023

      Thanks ?

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/19/2023

      Dr Peterson and his staff are very knowledgeable and courteous. The treatment you received from this office is outstanding, and I refer all my friends and family to them. The staff at North Bay goes over and above an addition to for the patient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/12/2023

      My experience with this doctor and the ENTIRE staff is 5 stars. Additionally the staff were exceptionally helpful in getting me additional meds while our entire area and pharmacies were out of stock.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/12/2023

      Dr. Peterson has given me great care.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/10/2023

      I am having a hard time tolerating the pain with my exercise and healing process.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/3/2023

      I appreciate Dr. Peterson medical profession and his listening to me of my concerns.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/3/2023

      Very good service, very friendly and very professional, all very fast and very kind.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/28/2023

      Dr. Peterson was great, he explained everything thoroughly and seemed to be very knowledgeable. He was friendly, and answered all of my questions. I would definitely recommend this provider to my friends and family.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/28/2023

      I look forward to my appointments with this provider.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/19/2023

      Very professional all the way around

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/19/2023

      I think Dr. Peterson is an excellent doctor. He's looked after me before, operated on my shoulder, and that's why Dr. Newman my normal doctor recommends him and I can understand why. He was very kind and courteous and listened. You never thought at anytime he was in a hurry just to get you through. I am having problems with my left knee again after the injections, so I would ... I would like to get back in and see him or even just talk to him. Thank you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/12/2023

      Dr Peterson and his entire staff were top notch!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/12/2023

      Doctor and staff are very helpful and friendly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/9/2023

      Dr Peterson explained what I had and the treatment available. He listened and left the decision up to me. The procedure was painless and only time will tell how effective it was. Have an appointment to check on my progress.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/8/2023

      Thank you Dr Peterson , medical staff for a great medical orthopedic Drs visit , for helping me with my knee injections to feel much better happy , healthier , May God Bless you , family dearly , all medical staff dearly abundantly , Happy Holidays!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/2/2023

      Dr Peterson is very knowledgeable , listens and is quite friendly. I was very happy that he treated me.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/31/2023

      Very happy with the out come

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/31/2023

      The provider was kind and very patient with me while I was deciding my next stop. He listened to my concerns as well as explained thoroughly my best options, Very very pleased with the care and concern given.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2023

      St Peterson is professional and knowledgeable, happy and easy to communicate! He is best of what he does! Thank you ?

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/15/2023

      Excellent....

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2023

      Very productive appointment. Scheduled surgery appointment for hand surgery on a three year issue. I felt so confident with this doctor that I scheduled after just 1 appointment.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2023

      Very knowledgeable and answered all questions thoroughly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/27/2023

      Dr Peterson was wonderful. He really took the time and patient to explain my questions and made me feel comfortable. I appreciate that. Thank you.?

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/26/2023

      Everything was great

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/26/2023

      Dr. Peterson has been a great source of information a.m. a great surgeon for me. I trust his abilities to give me the best orthopedic healthcare.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/19/2023

      Outstanding experience and professionalism.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/19/2023

      Absolutely the best care and concern about my medical condition received in many years.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/7/2023

      great people

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/6/2023

      Dr Peterson is professional, empathetic and personable. I've had 17 various surgeries and I trust him completely to do my # 18th. His assistant Randy is also very good.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/6/2023

      Thanks and blessings.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/6/2023

      Always a good experience with Dr.Peterson

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/31/2023

      Yes, I appreciated Dr. Peterson's kindness. How courteous he was. I appreciated that he gave me an injection to try a solution. I did not appreciate that he felt, he almost hit a wall and... and was suggesting a second opinion and I trust him implicitly before that, but I just, I believe that, it just didn't make me feel comfortable, because he was the second opinion before for my previous doctor, so I just... I just did not feel like he exhausted all options and just wanted me to go away.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/30/2023

      Dr. Peterson was very patient with me making decisions on his recommendations.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/23/2023

      The staff is always courteous and friendly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2023

      Thank you very much for all the attention.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2023

      Thanks for your service and keep it up

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2023

      He is a good Doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2023

      Very thorough evaluation, very knowledgeable, professional and courteous. Great experience and completely satisfied.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2023

      Overall, I am very pleased with my post surgery results

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/15/2023

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/13/2023

      Dr. Peterson is very kind and knowledgeable while being extremely professional. I am very happy to be Dr. Peterson's patient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/13/2023

      Everything is good.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/9/2023

      It was a very positive experience and I appreciate that. Thank you

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/9/2023

      Ralph the ms is always friendly and caring. Dr Peterson listens and gives options on best care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/8/2023

      Dr. Peterson came highly recommend and he still exceeded my expectations. Very pleased, indeed!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/6/2023

      Thank you

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/27/2023

      Love NorthBay Team - thank you!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/16/2023

      Dr Peterson is excellent. He always makes time to talk to me about the diagnosis , explain it clearly. His staff, including Randy, is courteous too.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/16/2023

      Dr. Peterson was wonderful. He spent more time with me and explained things to me better than any Doctor that I have seen before.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/16/2023

      My first visit with Dr. Peterson was warm felt and a feeling of comfort in a situation that could be scarey for some in terms of the need for surgery. The office staff were just as inviting. It was a very clean office. I didn't wait long at all in the midst of each transition; from the waiting room, to the back room.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/12/2023

      Everyone in the office were nice and very.helpful.Dr.Peterson and his staff are always wounderful.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/11/2023

      Dr. Peterson is a very nice compassionate professional awesome orthopedic Doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/11/2023

      Efficient, pleasant, comfortable to be around the reason I said that. Okay, I did not make the appointment the emergency room hospital made the appointment for me, apparently, two months ago, So it was, you know, doctors has been very busy. Anyway, that's it. And yes, I found the entire experience quite pleasant except for the lengthy wait, thank you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/9/2023

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/9/2023

      I'm very confident with this health provider.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/27/2023

      Dr. Peterson always explained and makes sure I understand what he is saying to. Very good Doctor. You have there.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/27/2023

      I am an active outdoors person, hiking, rock climbing skiing etc and Dr Peterson gave all that back to me. He is very personable as well as a great doctor. He has now replaced both knees and he is the ONLY doctor who can touch any of my joints!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/27/2023

      I like Dr. Peterson very much. Dr. Peterson is a very thorough doctor. He's been my surgeon for a few years now. Now I'm looking at a total rotary cuff replacement. He explained it very well and I'm very comfortable about it. Thank you for having a doctor on your staff as you do.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/6/2023

      Outstanding all the way around.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/6/2023

      Dr. Peterson and his staff are the best. I couldn't have gotten better from my injury without him / them. I greatly appreciate all that he / they did and have the utmost respect and gratitude for him and his staff. Thank you

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/31/2023

      Everything was wonderful, except that I don't speak English. But the team of doctors and nurses are very efficient in their work, and I am very grateful for their care. I would recommend them without thinking about it. Thank you for your care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/25/2023

      The nurse, Randy, was excellent. Informative, professional, and funny. Enjoyed the appointment and felt Dr. Peterson, was an expert and knew exactly how to treat my problem.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/25/2023

      Dr. Peterson is always pleasant, personable and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/23/2023

      Dr Peterson, asst Randy and Angel were fantastic. They were very friendly, professional and helpful. N. Bay is fortunate to have them on the team.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/23/2023

      I appreciate Dr. Peterson being attentive and discussing all options with me. I appreciate his patience and continued willingness to figure out the best medical solution.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/18/2023

      Well attended to in a good manner

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/14/2023

      Both Dr. Peterson and Nurse Kaitlin were amazing! Very professional, courteous and informative.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/27/2023

      Dr. Peterson is not only brilliant in his speciality; he's also one of the (if not the) classiest dresser at North Bay, Vacaville!

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/25/2023

      Thanks ?

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/18/2023

      I am extremely happy with Dr. Peterson and I do highly recommend him.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/16/2023

      They are very professional. The appointment did take long. The appointment was at 11 am, and 22 minutes had passed. But I think they had some delay. But everything was excellent. Thank you very much and blessings.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/16/2023

      My visits have always been very positive. The staff is always courteous and profesional. Dr Peterson has provided me with excellent care for almost 20 years

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/12/2023

      yes, I've been with the Valley Oak now for about 15 years, 20 years and I have had very good luck with the staff there and I'm far as I'm concerned, they are the best. Thank you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2023

      Dr. Peterson was incredibly pleasant.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2023

      I was immediately put at ease by the warm and cheerful manner of everyone I came in contact with...I left with a smile.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2023

      Dr. Peterson is awesome

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/9/2023

      Dr. Peterson is a very detailed doctor. He always provides you with options to make the best decision for your health situation.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/9/2023

      If the Dr see the patient as appointment time be better because the patient waiting is hardship

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/2/2023

      The people at Dr Peterson office are All very helpful and kind. I have had 2 surgery's by Peterson, complete knee replacement and left shoulder work and now going in for the right shoulder. So much arthritis. I wish he could fix my back.