Dr. ERik Peterson, MD

Alpine Orthopaedic Specialist

Northern Utah’s Hand Specialist.

Now Accepting Select Health Insurance

Wrist Pain

Whether your wrist pain is from a long-term problem like osteoarthritis or a traumatic injury, Dr. Peterson can help. Dr. Peterson has experience working with wrists to help stabilize them and minimize pain.

Hand Pain

Dr. Peterson is an expert in diagnosis and treatment of hand pain.. With a proper diagnosis, he’ll be able to direct you through a treatment plan specifically tailored to fit your needs.

Finger Pain

Fingers have numerous different joints, making them easily susceptible to pain and injury. Dr. Peterson has had specialized training in dealing with finger conditions.

Elbow

Arthritis

Hand Injuries

Dr. Erik Peterson, MD

About Me

Dr. Peterson, attended the University of Toledo Medical School and completed his orthopedic surgery residency in Ohio. While there, he was given the Orthopedic Student of the Year award, along with medical school academic honors. He went on complete his Hand and Upper Extremity fellowship at the University of New Mexico. His research there focused on optimal techniques for wrist reconstruction, while he honed his microsurgical techniques in the operating room.

While he excels in his medical endeavors, he also keeps in touch with the community by volunteering his free time to many community and church organizations. Dr. Peterson was born and raised in Holladay, Utah and completed his undergraduate education at the University of Utah. He is fluent in Italian and enjoys traveling and spending time with his family. He resides in North Logan with his wife and three children.

He enjoys working with patients of all ages in restoring a healthy and fulfilling quality of life, understanding that our hands are a crucial part of how we interact with the world around us.

Professional Facts

1,100+

Successful Surgeries

15+

Specialties

Years of Experience

100%

Dedicated

Testimonials

Dr.Petersen is awesome! Got my finger put back together and had me in PT 2 weeks later getting movement back in it! – Dave

Dr. Peterson has taken such amazing care of my 91 yr old mother. Very patient, and thorough. Before she saw him, her hand grip strength was less than 1 pound, and could not close her hand in a fist. Two fingers stuck out. She had a year of physical therapy in Calif, and an incorrect diagnosis from leading west coast facility. After his careful surgical intervention, and great physical therapy, she now has 15 pound grip strength in that hand and can make a fist. Not all cases are the same, but he has improved my mom’s life! – Mary

Blog Posts

How Wrist Pain Will Make Anything a Chore

Aug 20, 2018

When your wrist is in pain, your daily activities become difficult to complete. Activities that used to be fun quickly become chores. The causes of wrist pain can vary greatly, leaving you unsure why you’re experiencing this pain. Throughout this blog post, we’ll...

4 Very Different Diagnoses Causing You Hand Pain

Aug 20, 2018

Your hands allow you to perform your daily tasks. Imagine not being able to use your hands to work, cook, clean, play sports, along with the numerous other things you use them for daily. This is hard to imagine, right? Those who suffer from moderate to severe hand...

5 Ways to Know if You Have Arthritis

Aug 20, 2018

Arthritis can have a significant impact on your life, especially if it’s affecting your hands and/or wrists. Arthritis is a disease of various tissues inside of the joints. It’s fairly common for arthritis to affect the hands and/or wrists. This has the potential to...

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North Logan Clinic

Brigham Office

1030 Medical Dr, Brigham, UT

Wrist Pain

Conditions Treated

Carpometacarpal Boss
Extensor tendon injuries
Ganglion cysts
Gout
Wrist tumors
Vascular disorders

Hand Pain

Dr. Peterson is an expert in diagnosis and treatment of hand pain.. With a proper diagnosis, he’ll be able to direct you through a treatment plan specifically tailored to fit your needs.

Conditions Treated

De Quervain's Tendinitis
Extensor tendon injuries
Hand arthritis
Writer’s cramps
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Weak grips from injury
Hand fractures

Finger Pain

Fingers have numerous different joints, making them easily susceptible to pain and injury. Dr. Peterson has had specialized training in dealing with finger conditions.

Conditions Treated

Trigger finger
Jammed finger
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Tendon pain
Broken finger
Dislocated finger
Crushing injury leading to compartment syndrome

Elbow Pain

Elbows get used frequently, leading to overuse injuries.. Most elbow pain is from overuse because of hobbies, sports, or jobs that require repetitive motion. Dr. Peterson can help properly diagnose and treat conditions of the elbow.

Conditions Treated

Brachial Plexus injury
Elbow fractures
Tennis elbow
Elbow joint inflammation
Nerve injuries
Bursitis

Arthritis Pain

More than 30 million people in the U.S. suffer from arthritis. Achy hands can make it impossible to function and perform all of your necessary daily tasks. Dr. Peterson’s goal is to relieve pain and restore function through rest, therapy, or in some cases, surgery.

Treatments

Splinting
Medication
Occupational therapy
Injections
Viscosupplementation
Joint fusion
Finger and wrist replacement

Back & Spine Pain

Hand Injuries

We use our hands for everything we do, so it’s no wonder they frequently get injured the most. From breaks and fractures, to sprains and strains, Dr. Peterson can help.

Injuries

Animal bites
Broken arm
Broken hand
Fingertip injury
Pediatric fracture
Golf injuries
Hand infections
Jammed finger
Thumb sprain
Wrist fractures

Sports Medicine

Specialties

Achille's Tendon injuries
ACL Tear
Bursitis
Low Back Pain
Muscle Cramps
Runner's Knee
Stress Fractures
Shinsplints
MCL Tears
Rotator Cuff Tears
Muscle Strains
Cartilage Restoration
Meniscus Injury
Cartilage Injury

Dr. Erik Peterson, MD

Fellowship

Fellow, Hand Surgery
Current to 2016
University of New Mexico
Hand Surgery Fellowship
Projected Graduation: July 2016
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Residency

Resident, Orthopaedic Surgery
University of Toledo Medical Center, 2010-‐2015
Toledo, Ohio

Education

Doctor of Medicine University of Toledo
College of Medicine, 2006-‐2010
Toledo, Ohio

Bachelor of Arts
Major: History. Minor: Chemistry. 2002-‐2006
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah

Honors and Awards

Medical School Honors:
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Human Structure and Development
Neuroscience
Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Toledo 2009
Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Cincinnati 2009
Vascular Surgery 2010

Medical School Awards

Orthopaedic Student of the Year, 2010 at University of Toledo College of Medicine

Medical Licensure and Certificates

Medical Training Certificate, 2010 to present

State of Ohio

Basic Life Support, 2008-‐2015
State of Ohio

Professional Affiliations

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2010 to present

Research and Presentations

Presentation: Effects of Vertobroplasty and Kyphoplasty on Adjacent Segment Vertebral Bodies in Cadaveric Model
Engineering Center for Orthopaedic Research Excellence, University of Toledo. 2007

Presentation: Four Corner Fusion Rates with Circular Locking Plate
University of Toledo Research Day, June 2012

Presentation: Heel Forefoot Angle as a Predictor of Need for Tibialis Anterior Tendon Transfer in Recurrent Clubfoot
Shriner’s Hospital for Children, Lexington, Kentucky, April 2013

Presentation: Heel Forefoot Angle as a Predictor of Need for Tibialis Anterior Tendon Transfer in Recurrent Clubfoot
University of Toledo Research Day, June 2013

Presentation: Heel Forefoot Angle as a Predictor of Need for Tibialis Anterior Tendon Transfer in Recurrent Clubfoot
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, March 2014

Presentation: Heel Forefoot Angle as a Predictor of Need for Tibialis Anterior Tendon Transfer in Recurrent Clubfoot
Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, May 2014

Presentation: Four Corner Fusion: A Comparison of Three Implants
University of Toledo Research Day, June 2014

Presentation: The Elbow and its Pains
University of Toledo Educational Forum, August 2014

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Professional courses attended

Miller Review Course, 5/2011
AO Trauma Course, Basic Principles of Fracture Management, 7/2011
Zimmer Advance Trauma Course, 7/2012
AO Trauma Course, Advanced Principles of Fracture Management, 3/2013
Enneking Seminar in Orthopaedic Pathology, 10/2013

Foreign Languages

Fluent in Italian

Publications

Book Chapter: HE Elgafy, E Peterson: Cervical Spine Osteotomy. The Spine 2013

Community Involvement and Leadership

Missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-‐Day Saints, 1999-‐2001
Catania, Italy

Peer Advisor, LEAP Program at the University of Utah, 2003-‐2004
Salt Lake City, Utah

Volunteer for The Road Home, 2005-‐2006 Salt Lake City, Utah

Elder’s Quorum Presidency, First Counselor, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-‐Day Saints, 2007-‐2009

Toledo, Ohio Congregation Pianist, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-‐Day Saints, 2011-‐2015 Toledo, Ohio

Class Instructor, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-‐Day Saints, 2014-‐2015
Toledo, Ohio

Member, Medical Student Mentoring Program, 2012-‐2015
University of Toledo College of Medicine Toledo, Ohio

Testimonials

It is unbelievable to think that I am pain-free after all those years. By the time I was 22, my left hip was filled with arthritis. Sports were out of the question, even simple things like jogging and golfing. In the meantime, I put up with the pain and led a boring lifestyle. Eventually my right hip, which I favored because my left hip was so bad, began hurting too. I finally made an appointment with a Stryker orthopaedic specialist. It’s been 15 months since my two total hip replacements, and my life has improved tremendously. I no longer take painkillers. I’m able to do more things. I play golf. I walk more. I recently started horseback riding. And the best thing is, I’m pain-free.

Carl Savino

52, Stryker Hip Replacement

I decided it was time when my daughter started to walk, and I couldn’t play with her. I was diagnosed with degenerative osteoarthritis about 14 years ago. I couldn’t walk far. I couldn’t climb steps very well. I certainly couldn’t ride a bike. You name a daily activity you take for granted, I couldn’t do it. Finally, the pain got so bad, I decided to have my hips replaced when my daughter started to walk, and I couldn’t play with her. I couldn’t even pick her up. So I had both hips replaced within a week of each other. If you’re thinking about hip replacement, find a good surgeon, educate yourself, and make your own decision. You’ll know when it’s the right time.

Dan Skoglund

42, Stryker Hip Replacement

It was the best thing I’ve ever done. I’m a nurse working 12-hour shifts, and I’m on my feet constantly. I developed pain in my right hip, so I started taking medication. But it wasn’t getting better. The pain was so bad that even routine things like getting out of bed, going to work, and buying groceries were difficult. My doctor said I had arthritis that destroyed my hip. We decided there was no other option: I had to have my hip replaced. He gave me information about the new ceramic technology from Stryker. After reading it, I was even more willing to have the surgery. And it was the best thing I’ve ever done. My life is back to normal. I don’t even remember the pain anymore, which is wonderful.

Christine Bartholomew

39, Stryker Hip Replacement

When you no longer get enjoyment out of most anything, it’s pretty much time. I played ice hockey for Women’s Team USA for six years, and was involved in competitive sports for 24 years. My pain started in the lower back, then after a little bit of discovery, my hips were identified as the source. The process of deciding to have my hip replaced is one I now look back on and feel pretty comfortable with. I did quite a bit of research. You know, finding the right doctor. Finding the right hospital and care. Also being proactive and having your care thought through both before and after your surgery seemed to be an advantage. And picking the right parts. I felt very confident going with the Stryker ceramic-on-ceramic hip because of its long term benefits, its wear benefits, and also its function. I am truly thankful to have my life back.

Kelly Dyer

38, Stryker Hip Replacement

My doctor, the technology — they gave me the freedom to be myself again. My hip pain was undiagnosed for awhile. I was in pain no matter what I did. I have three children who are active in sports year-round — which means I need to stay active, too. Just a day on my feet was exhausting, but what was worse was the inability to sleep. Ultimately, the pain became so great, no kind of painkiller could help. So, I interviewed a number of surgeons until I found my Stryker orthopaedic specialist, who had done hundreds of these surgeries. As soon as I woke up, I knew I made the right decision. It really was instantaneous that the pain relief was so significant. My doctor, the technology, the experience — they were all integral to making a good decision. It’s made a big difference in my life, and to the people around me as well.

Paul Noone

43, Stryker Hip Replacement

There’s a point where your life just becomes miserable if you don’t get it replaced. My dad was always a real outdoorsman just like his father was. So he raised my brother and me the same way, active in a lot of sports — fishing, cycling, camping. I was always pushing the edge, which took its toll on my knees over the years. The pain got so intense I couldn’t do any of the activities I’ve always thrived on — and for me that’s not living anymore. So, I did a lot of research. I interviewed several surgeons, looked at the different knee designs, and you know, I was quite impressed with the Stryker knee. I had the knee replacement, and the moment I woke up from surgery. I noticed that the arthritis pain I’d been suffering all these years was gone

Dave Richards

43, Stryker Knee Replacement

I shouldn’t have waited … I feel 20 years younger. I’m a nurse and I’m on my feet 10 hours a day. Fifteen years ago, I had arthroscopic surgery on my knee. Arthritis set in, the joint deteriorated, and the pain grew worse. Coming home to elevate and ice my leg was more important than sitting at dinner with my family. I felt like an old woman. My doctor recommended total knee replacement, but I was afraid. Then I heard about minimally invasive surgery, and I decided to go for it. I was amazed that everything went so fast. I had such a quick recovery. My therapist said I was too fast for a walker — the day after surgery! Nine days later, I walked into my doctor’s office without even a cane. Stryker total knee replacement has totally improved my quality of life.

Christine Ricciardi

57, Stryker Knee Replacement

I would say my quality of life is now 200%, versus 25% before the surgery. I’m a mother of five. Grandmother of two. I have an active life, which has gotten even better since I had my knee replacement. Before the surgery, my activity was very limited. I was in severe pain for a good two years before I came to the conclusion a total knee replacement was the only way to go. My bicycle riding came to an end, my bowling, even cleaning around the house and playing with the children or dancing with my grandchildren. But now, oh wow! The pain factor is gone. I’m looking younger, I’m feeling younger, and I’ve lost a total of 71 pounds because I’m much more mobile. I can scrub floors, I can climb a stepladder, I can bend and stoop, I can get in and out of the car. What can’t I do? This is a quality of life procedure. It’s gonna get you out of bed, keep you off the crutches, and out of the wheelchair.

Charisse Green

42, Stryker Knee Replacement

Dr. ERik Peterson, MD

Alpine Orthopaedic Specialist

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About Me

Professional Facts

Testimonials

Blog Posts

North Logan Clinic

Brigham Office

Wrist Pain

Conditions Treated

Hand Pain

Conditions Treated

Finger Pain

Conditions Treated

Elbow Pain

Conditions Treated

Foot Pain

Arthritis Pain

Treatments

Back & Spine Pain

Hand Injuries

Injuries

Sports Medicine

Specialties

Ankle Pain

Dr. Erik Peterson, MD

Fellowship

Residency

Education

Honors and Awards

Medical School Awards

Medical Licensure and Certificates

Professional Affiliations

Research and Presentations

Professional courses attended

Foreign Languages

Publications

Community Involvement and Leadership

Testimonials