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Dr. Peter Knight, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 68
Dr. Peter Knight, MD
3.9 (21 Ratings)
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Dr. Peter Knight, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 68
Rochester, NY
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Peter Knight, MD works in Rochester, NY as a Cardiothoracic Surgeon and has 44 years experience.

They are board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1980. Dr. Knight completed a residency at University Rochester. Dr. Knight has has worked on more claims relating to Pulmonary Insufficiency than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Knight has received an average rating of 3.9 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. They are affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Knight practices at Practice in Rochester, NY.

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Locations

  1. 1 Strong Memorial Hospital PSYCH
    601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
  2. 2 Office
    601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642

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3.9
Based on 21 Reviews
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1 Star (6)

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Aug 02, 2023
I literally owe Dr. Knight my life. He replaced my mitral valve 16 years ago. I’m 76 years old now and going strong. He was kind and attentive throughout my hospitalization. Thank you, Dr. Knight.
Robert Leisenring — Aug 02, 2023
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • NEW YORK Medical College
    1980
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Saint Vincent's Hospital
    1981
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Rochester
    1987
Residency Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Peter Knight, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Knight accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York and Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP) as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Knight accepts here.

Dr. Knight frequently sees patients for Pulmonary Insufficiency.

Dr. Knight has a star rating of 3.9/5 and has been reviewed 21 times.

Dr. Knight is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Dr. Knight has been practicing as a Cardiothoracic Surgeon for 44 years.

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