Meet Your Surgeon

Jeffrey S. Peterson, DO, FAAOS

High-volume total joint replacement surgeon

Jeffrey S. Peterson, DO, FAAOS
About Dr. Peterson

Experienced care you can trust

Dr. Jeffrey Peterson, DO, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and high-volume total joint replacement surgeon who brings the Jiffy Knee™ muscle- and tendon-sparing technique to patients across Middle Tennessee. With more than 20 years of experience in joint replacement, he is dedicated to helping people move better and live with less pain.

Dr. Peterson earned his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, after completing his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University. He completed his internship and orthopaedic residency at Mount Clemens General Hospital (Michigan State University), where he developed the expertise he now brings to his patients.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Peterson is a dedicated husband, father, and active member of the McMinnville community. He volunteers as an orthopaedic physician for the Warren County School System and enjoys the outdoors — giving him a personal appreciation for helping patients get back to the activities they love.

Credentials

Training & qualifications

Education

  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

    Western University of Health Sciences

    College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Brigham Young University

    Bachelor of Science, Zoology

Training

  • Internship

    Mount Clemens General Hospital

    Michigan State University — Mount Clemens, MI

  • Orthopaedic Residency

    Mount Clemens General Hospital

    Michigan State University — Mount Clemens, MI

Certifications

  • Board Certified

    American Osteopathic Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

  • Published Author

    American Journal of Orthopedics

Memberships

  • American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopaedics
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Osteopathic Association
  • Tennessee Osteopathic Medical Association
Ready to Take the Next Step?

Let's talk about your knee

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