| Schedule An Appointment | Clinical Office Address |
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| (801) 587-7109 | University Orthopaedic Center 590 Wakara Way Salt Lake City, UT 84108 Map |
Specialties
Bio
Dr. Chris Peters, Professor specializes in adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgery of the hip, and knee. He performs routine, and complex joint replacements and bioregenerative hip preserving operations. One of his specialties includes, the treatment of hip pain in young adults from acetabular dysplasia and/or femoro-acetabular impingement, with pelvic osteotomy or surgical dislocation and osteochondroplasty. Dr. Peters completed his medical education at the University of Southern California and residency at the University of Utah and a fellowship at Rush Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago in total joint replacement. His research interests include patient specific three-dimensional modeling of the hip, the restoration of deficient bone stock in failed joint replacements, biomechanics of total knee and hip components, the treatment of hip pain in the young adult, and development of hip and knee implants.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Orthopaedics - Professor |
| Board Certification | American Board of Orthopedic Surgery |
Patient Ratings
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
UofU Patient December 31, 2014
Dr. Peters is great as are the rest of staff. Happy New Year!
UofU Patient December 13, 2014Dr. Peters is very concerned and engaged with my care.
UofU Patient November 21, 2014Very professional and concerned.
UofU Patient November 16, 2014Best orthopedic doctor I have been to.
UofU Patient November 12, 2014Excellent experience all around.
UofU Patient November 11, 2014My visit was for annual follow up on total knee replacement...so there wasn't a lot to be said beyond cursory exam and a few questions. But Dr Peters and his staff were very courteous and glad Ithat my knee looked great with no post surgery problems.
UofU Patient November 08, 2014good
UofU Patient October 17, 2014My physician was excellent and the chief resident was amazingly helpful and kind, but the nurse assistant immediately after surgery receives the lowest marks I could possibly give.
UofU Patient October 16, 2014My surgeon is proficient and I don't doubt his skill level but friendliness and bedside manner could be improved.
UofU Patient October 05, 2014All's great.
UofU Patient September 29, 2014good
UofU Patient September 25, 2014very good experience
UofU Patient September 22, 2014Dr. Peters was informative and concerned. His advice was invaluable as was his assistance in securing a needed appointment with a neurologist
UofU Patient September 20, 2014Dr. Peters is the BEST!!
UofU Patient September 09, 2014calmed a lot of fears when looking at surgery. Took the time and spoke with authority!
UofU Patient August 16, 2014Senior resident and surgeon were excellent
UofU Patient August 15, 2014i trust dr peters and his staff
UofU Patient July 25, 2014Dr. Peters is to the point and confident leaving you with little questions, will only use Dr. Peters for othopeadic concerns from now on.
UofU Patient July 24, 2014very good care and concern by all involved.
UofU Patient July 18, 2014Dr Peters is excellent. So grateful for his replacing my knees with the greatest of skill and care. Every aspect of my visit was good. Friendly, courteous, caring office people, medical assistants, technicians, etc, and of course the best doctor. Thank you all.
UofU Patient July 14, 2014We were so impressed with the level of knowledge and concern we experienced.
UofU Patient July 12, 2014My whole hip replacement procedure was excellent from start to finish including all phone calls and visits. I recommend Dr. Peters even if no one asks.
UofU Patient July 12, 2014Dr. Peters explained carefully in words and X-rays why I shouldn't get a knee replacement at this time. Viewing the X-ray while we talked was particularly effective in explaining his case.
UofU Patient July 07, 2014Very patient and took the time to hear our concerns and reassure us that surgery may be a good decision for our daughter.
UofU Patient July 05, 2014I am impressed with Dr. Anderson and of course I am always happy with Dr. Peters
UofU Patient June 15, 2014all thumbs up all doc's should be like Dr peters
UofU Patient June 13, 2014good
UofU Patient June 11, 2014No complaints at all
UofU Patient June 09, 2014This was a year follow-up, Dr. just needed to see me for a few minutes.
UofU Patient June 08, 2014Dr Peters has a very high level of clinical expertise but it difficult to talk to
UofU Patient June 07, 2014Staff are the best I could have dealt with. Very professional.
UofU Patient May 31, 2014I felt that the attentiveness of the entire staff - from front desk to the doctor to the surgery scheduler - was top notch. I felt like I was important to them and not just another patient.
UofU Patient May 16, 2014little wait time, I appreciate the binder of information needed, from prep, day of, day after, exercises etc. and the list of med equipment stores, home care, nursing homes. Thanks so much. I did have a few questions and the nurse called me right back. Amazing! Thank you, I feel great about the upcoming procedure.
UofU Patient May 13, 2014I'm always asked who did my knee surgeries because I have done so very well and I am happy to recommend Dr. Christopher Peters. I have out-shined all who have had the same procedure here in Pocatello. I think a lot has to do also with his follow-up instructions.
UofU Patient May 12, 2014My experience has only been positive. Therefore, I have recommended Dr. Peters to many friends who might possibly need his expertise.
UofU Patient May 07, 2014Showed empathy and concern about my situation and offered a solution. answered my questions and I feel very confident he is the right doctor to help me!
UofU Patient May 01, 2014I had a concern that if I asked for more pain control medications it would be looked upon as abuse. I explained that the physical therapy was causing a great deal of pain and I was taking more medication than intended. I was given the medication without feeling there was a stigma by the Nurse of Dr. Peters.
UofU Patient April 12, 2014I do not believe the orthopedic doctors in our area are skilled and knowledgeable about joint replacements and many of them should not be allowed to do them! I have referred lots of folks to Dr. Peters, as I believe he is the BEST!
UofU Patient March 15, 2014hard to communicate with. left as much as possible to staff really felt that he knew me only as a birthdate and right knee replacement
UofU Patient February 18, 2014Wel pleased with the clinic
UofU Patient February 16, 2014No reasonable explanation for my continued pain and poor outcome was given, despite my suggestions. No further testing, such as an MRI, was suggested to try to diagnose the problem. I felt very put off.
UofU Patient February 01, 2014Don't know that doctors ever spend enough time with you. Of course I was seen by three people during this visit, the nurse, Dr. Anderson who looked at my incision and Dr. Peters who told me everything looked great. I didn't have any questions so I guess there was no reason for them spending any more time with me.
UofU Patient January 25, 2014I was very happy with Doctors and staff
UofU Patient January 11, 2014while surgery seemed to help, I still have some residual concerns that were not completely resolved concerning prognosis and were not resolved in meeting with surgeon.
UofU Patient January 11, 2014I would always enjoy more time with Dr. Peters. I so appreciate and enjoy his direct, clear answers and information. I do realize that there are many, many others who also need his time.
UofU Patient January 11, 2014I have been very pleased with the entire health care system at the University of Utah .With everyrything coordinated it makes it possible for us to travel from Nevada to receive our care.
UofU Patient December 14, 2013Dr Peters and all his staff are excellent. I felt they listened to me, understood my feelings and were concerned about the level of care I received. I would recommend him to anyone.
UofU Patient December 03, 2013good
UofU Patient November 11, 2013Dr Petron and Dr Peters are both total professionals and made me feel very comfortable.
UofU Patient October 21, 2013Have recommended Dr. Peters to others.
UofU Patient October 14, 2013The doctor made me feel comfortable. I was very scared because I have had other surgeries but he made me feel like I was making the right decision.
UofU Patient October 07, 2013Dr Peters is a rockstar. he is very kind, patient, informative and truly cares. He is extremely competent and I would trust him with my life.
UofU Patient October 07, 2013Very confident in Doctor Peters and staff.
UofU Patient October 02, 2013Very good experience and have already recommended Dr Peters and the Orthopedic Center to others.
UofU Patient September 25, 2013all things explained well
UofU Patient September 09, 2013I have confidence in Dr. Peters and have recommended him to others based upon my previous experience with him as my surgeon.
UofU Patient September 09, 2013Have already lauded the experience to all my friends and family
UofU Patient September 03, 2013I really mean these ratings. I have had the best experience working with Chris Peters and his staff. I really cannot say enough how pleased I am with the entire event from first meeting Dr Burkes to being referred to Dr Peters and having the surgeries from both.
UofU Patient August 12, 2013I recommend this facility and its care providers all the time.
UofU Patient August 05, 2013Dr. Peters and everyone else I talked to were all extremely polite and caring, and I have a very high opinion of each and every one of the people I dealt with. Dr. Peters was clear and concise on what needed to happen and how it was going to be done, and was also clear on what to expect after my surgery. I am completely comfortable with him performing the surgery, and am very happy that he will be the one doing it.
UofU Patient July 31, 2013Dr. Peters and his Fellow were very supportive and clear in their information and provided great information and hope for a good recovery.
UofU Patient July 22, 2013really great....no doubt I will and have referred others to Dr. Peters' group
UofU Patient June 26, 2013All the folks at the U of U Hospital were very helpful and provided a great experience.
UofU Patient June 24, 2013Dr. Christopher Peters is simply the best.
UofU Patient June 24, 2013Dr. Peters is a surgeon I have recommended. I was very impressed with his skill, his caring and concern for me, and my recovery.
UofU Patient June 21, 2013In addition to the nurses, Dr. Patrick Mulkey, spent the most time with me before my first hip surgery. He was extremely careful and considerate in addressing my concerns and questions leading up to my first hip surgery. I was very anxious about the upcoming surgery. He did an excellent job of helping me understand the procedure, the prosthetic, the risks from the surgery and finally helped me feel comfortable that I was making an informed decision. Dr. Peters re-enforced Dr. Mulkey's comments and answers to my questions. I believed very strongly that I was in capable hands. I still think that way. The first surgery was so successful that I chose to have the left hip surgery as well as the right.
UofU Patient June 12, 2013My only difficulty in recommending Dr Peters is how far out his appointments are booked, and how long it can take in the waiting room. Other than that, I would absolutely recommend him!
UofU Patient June 10, 2013Smooth and professional
UofU Patient May 31, 2013Very iformative and helpful
UofU Patient April 25, 2013I feel Extrememely confident in Dr. Peters. I almost felt like the staff was a little shocked that we were so prepared to schedule surgery and had our questions in mind. We knew surgery was the only option, so together we were all ready, I feel great about my son's future.
UofU Patient April 22, 2013It drives me crazy that people come into the exam room without introducing themselves! I feel like, who the heck are you and why are you asking me these questions? However, I often get a more detailed explanation of things from the (associate?) than I do from Dr. Peters. And with that explanation I also have received a slightly more positive prognosis. I would feel more confident if this was coming from Dr. Peters mouth.
UofU Patient April 16, 2013I left feeling very confident that Dr. Chris Peters and his staff had my concerns about my knee very clear and I could really depend on them and their professionalism to help find a solution.
UofU Patient April 15, 2013Dr Justin Haller was particularly helpful and spent a good amount of time listening to my needs. When Dr Peters came into the room he was well informed about my concerns and was able to suggest a course of Sinvisc which is helping.
UofU Patient April 09, 2013Dr. Peters did well on the above questions but it was a considerable amount of time before he came in to talk to us. I not sure if this is because he was behind or if he was familiarizing himself with our case.
UofU Patient April 01, 2013I wish I had been told ahead of the surgery what to expect in range-of-motion, as I am having a lot of trouble and pain with certain movements.
UofU Patient March 30, 2013Have already referred Dr. Peters to a friend of mine that needs her knees done as well.
UofU Patient March 18, 2013Excellent surgical result.
UofU Patient March 18, 2013I've been very happy with Dr. Peters, himself. Communication between the front administration and the back clinical staff is less than ideal.
UofU Patient March 12, 2013NO PROBLEMS
UofU Patient March 08, 2013Great staff-excellent experience
UofU Patient February 18, 2013Dr Peters is the best!
UofU Patient February 05, 2013the doctor spent almost an hour thoroughly answering questions, explaining the procedures and addressing my concerns. It was a very helpful visit.
UofU Patient January 31, 2013The explanation of my condition and healing was clear and reassuring.
UofU Patient January 28, 2013I would have liked more specific information. There were also no options to the dr.'s choice of implants other than not having surgery.
UofU Patient January 14, 2013Dr. Peters was very professional, did a thorough exam, and made sure all my questions were answered. I feel reassured about my approaching surgery in his care.
UofU Patient January 07, 2013good
UofU Patient January 01, 2013Excellent Therapist
UofU Patient December 28, 2012I ha ve had a very positive experiencwith my hip replacement and feel the whole operation went very well
UofU Patient December 24, 2012Dr. Peters is terrific both in his bedside manner and his surgical skills. I was so surprised that he came into the room for my checkup exactly on time and I did not have to wait at all. He answered my questions with specific data and attention to details.
UofU Patient December 19, 2012Dr. Peters and staff did an excellent job with me.
UofU Patient December 18, 2012We felt very confident and at ease with the dr in reviewing the problem and the upcoming procedure
UofU Patient December 03, 2012The associate who saw me first did not introduce himself to me and so I had no clue who I was talking to or why.
UofU Patient December 03, 2012seemed a little rushed
UofU Patient December 03, 2012As an afterthought, I would have appreciated more information about the prosthesis, and being spoken to in medical terminology, since that is more specific. I am concerned that I will not be able to speak with the surgeon prior to surgery, and I have questions.
UofU Patient November 19, 2012I have a hearing handicap and it was a little hard to hear the doctor (my wife heard everything)
UofU Patient November 17, 2012The visit seemed kind of rushed. I had questions, but did not have time to aske them.
UofU Patient November 15, 2012very fine
UofU Patient November 05, 2012Dr. Peters made me feel stupid for coming in. Like I was coming in for no reason, even though it was the PT that recommended I come get something checked. He didn't seem to like that the PT asked that I come in. Also, when I asked him a question about pain his response was "Move to Arizona or just deal with." This response made me feel helpless and I left the office not very happy that I had to "just deal with it." On the other hand, Dr. Peters' resident was friendly and showed concern.
UofU Patient October 30, 2012As good an experience one might expect in dealing with an injury!
UofU Patient October 30, 2012Good
UofU Patient October 29, 2012In addition to being an excellent surgeon, Dr. Peters pays close attention to questions and answers them completely and clearly. I will highly recommend him to any friend or acquaintance who's facing knee or hip surgery.
UofU Patient October 15, 2012I can understand big words! I appreciate as much information as possible.
UofU Patient October 08, 2012I have sent other people to Dr. Peters and they have also had successful outcomes.
UofU Patient October 03, 2012Very impressed,My Dr. came highly recommended by one of my other Dr.'s I was really pleased.
UofU Patient September 30, 2012The provider seems to be reserved not gregarious but my main concern is the quality of care he will provide and I am confident that he will meet my expectations.
UofU Patient September 29, 2012Dr Peter's is fabulousl. he replaced both of my knees, never had a problem with them and I anticipate the same with my hip replacement. I have always recommended Dr Peter's, he's the best.
UofU Patient September 03, 2012I have recommended Dr. Peters to a friend who had surgery from him last month and was also pleased with his care.
UofU Patient August 14, 2012Dr. Peters was very concerned with my situation and we talked about different situations to take
UofU Patient August 13, 2012A more detailed explanation of how the proposed surgery will be performed would be appreciated.
UofU Patient August 13, 2012Dr. Peters is an outstanding Orthopedic surgeon and when visiting with anyone about the surgeries on my knees always encourage them to see Dr. Peters.
UofU Patient July 30, 2012Dr. Peters is an exellent doctor and he really knows what he is doing and i have found that out first hand. He is confident in what he does and i would highly recommend him to others.
UofU Patient July 10, 2012I felt my concerns were adequately addressed, but more details about what to expect would have been appreciated.
UofU Patient July 05, 2012Dr. Christopher Peters is the best!
UofU Patient June 18, 2012Dr. Peters is an excellent doctor. Please do not let him leave, as he takes care of U at the U.
UofU Patient June 12, 2012Care Provider since 2000 nothing but the best.
UofU Patient June 01, 2012Very pleasant experience.
UofU Patient May 03, 2012I feel "very" comfortable coming to the clinic and it is a relief to me to know I have Dr. Peters to help me with any further surgeries I may need. I definitely would recommend him to others.
UofU Patient April 26, 2012Dr. Peters is excellent!
UofU Patient April 19, 2012I thought that Dr. Peters was a very excellent doctor and was concerned with my leg problems and how to fix it. I felt that he really cared about my well being, and knew what was best for me even if what he suggested wasn't what i wanted at first. I felt a little intimidated by him at first but his intimidation came off as a confident doctor who was sure of what he was doing and he made it very easy to trust him and his opinions. I would most definitely recommend him to anyone. I feel like he can help alot of people.
UofU Patient April 06, 2012Although the provider is not good at communication, I know he is a good surgeon so I would still recommend him.
UofU Patient March 22, 2012Because it was my first visit, I didn't know what questions to ask about the surgery. It would have been nice to have a little more information up front about the surgery and recovery so I could have thought of those questions on the spot. I was given a large packet of information which I have since studied. The surgeon and nurse both told me that I can call any time and/or email to gain answers to my questions. This made me feel less nervous and as if they really care. I am confident they will answer all of my questions accordingly.
UofU Patient March 08, 2012couldn't have asked for better care.
UofU Patient February 19, 2012everyone there is fabulous and careful to do every thing they can.
UofU Patient February 02, 2012First visit with Dr. Peters - we are just getting to know him and the clinic system.
UofU Patient February 02, 2012I was here two years ago and had superlative care. I am happy to say it has not changed.
UofU Patient January 26, 2012Both Fellow and Attending physician very good.
UofU Patient January 12, 2012i have more confidence in dr peters then i have ever had in any doctor
UofU Patient January 12, 2012My entire experience with the care providers and facility has instilled a high degree of confidence in their skill and abilities to provide for my care. I would strongly recommend this care provider to anyone.
Patient Comments
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