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Peter H. Cheng, M.D.

Peter H. Cheng, M.D.

Geriatric Medicine

  • Accepting new patients
4.9/5
(236 reviews)

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Medical groups or hospitals

Medical groups

  • Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group

About me

Philosophy of care

It is an absolute joy to serve our incredible patients, who inspire us daily with their wisdom, humor, grace, strength, and courage. The essence of caring for aging patients go far beyond medical procedures and pills. Geriatricians are wired to listen and ponder, aiming to better understand what matters most to each patient. We evaluate thoroughly to deepen the understanding of where folks currently stand on the aging journey. We partner with each and their loved ones to come up with solutions that support, honor, and resonate.

Personal interests

Outside of Medicine, Dr. Cheng is an avid, lifelong violinist. Representing the USA as a World Doctors Orchestra musician, he has performed in benefit concerts to support global health charities in Berlin, Bonn, Boston, Krakow, Melbourne, Paris, Reims, San Francisco, Seattle, Sydney, and Warsaw.

Practice Information

Dr. Cheng is a Co-Founder of the Palo Alto-based Guzik Center for Geriatrics & Palliative Care, as well as a Department Chair of Geriatric Medicine. As a consulting physician specializing in aging, he and his team serve patients ranging from 65 to 100+.

At a glance

Languages: English
Gender: Male
Age group treated: Seniors Only

Training & education

Medical school: Baylor College of Medicine
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine, Internal Medicine
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University, Geriatric Medicine

Board certifications

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Internal Medicine

My experience

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