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Dr. Peter Hester, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 57
Dr. Peter Hester, MD
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Dr. Peter Hester, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Lexington, KY.
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Dr. Peter Hester, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 57
Lexington, KY
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
Dr. Peter Hester, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Lexington, KY.

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Dr. Hester graduated from University of Kentucky. Dr. Peter Hester, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Lexington, KY and has 29 years experience. Dr. Hester currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Saint Joseph Hospital, Baptist Health Lexington, Saint Joseph East, Barbourville ARH Hospital, Bluegrass Community Hospital, Harrison Memorial Hospital, King's Daughters Medical Center, McDowell ARH Hospital, Ohio State University Hospital, Pikeville Medical Center, Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Center and Russell County Hospital. Dr. Hester has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hester received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 32 times. Dr. Hester's office accepts new patients. Dr. Hester is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Steroid Injection
Joint Pain
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Steroid Injection
Joint Pain
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Steroid Injection
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Low Back Pain
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Arthrocentesis
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondromalacia
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Muscle Cramping
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Sciatica
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Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spine Disorders
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Trigger Finger
Wrist Sprain or Strain
ACL Surgery
Ankle Arthroscopy
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture Care
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Surgery
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Synovial Biopsy

Insurance Accepted

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  • UK-KY EPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
    HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Cigna
    Open Access Plus
  • Preferred PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Lexington Clinic
    700 Bob O Link Dr, Lexington, KY 40504
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hester
4.4
Based on 32 Reviews
5 Stars (26)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (3)

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Jun 09, 2024
Dr. Hester has an excellent beside manner and has provided excellent care before and after my surgery. I am pain free and appreciate his skill and God given talent.
CAH — Jun 09, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Kentucky
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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  • University of Kentucky Medical Center
    2002
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Peter Hester, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hester's profile.

Dr. Peter Hester, MD is affiliated with Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Saint Joseph Hospital, Baptist Health Lexington, Saint Joseph East, Barbourville ARH Hospital, Bluegrass Community Hospital, Harrison Memorial Hospital, King's Daughters Medical Center, McDowell ARH Hospital, Ohio State University Hospital, Pikeville Medical Center, Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Center and Russell County Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Peter Hester, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Frankfort Regional Medical Center

    299 Kings Daughters Dr, Frankfort, KY

  • Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center

    217 S 3rd St, Danville, KY

  • Saint Joseph Hospital

    1 Saint Joseph Dr, Lexington, KY

  • Baptist Health Lexington

    1740 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY

  • Saint Joseph East

    150 N Eagle Creek Dr, Lexington, KY

  • Barbourville ARH Hospital

    80 Hospital Dr, Barbourville, KY

  • Bluegrass Community Hospital

    360 Amsden Ave, Versailles, KY

  • Harrison Memorial Hospital

    1210 KY Highway 36 E, Cynthiana, KY

  • King's Daughters Medical Center

    2201 Lexington Ave, Ashland, KY

  • McDowell ARH Hospital

    9879 Ky Route 122, Mc Dowell, KY

  • Ohio State University Hospital

    410 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH

  • Pikeville Medical Center

    911 Bypass Rd, Pikeville, KY

  • Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Center

    145 Newcomb Ave, Mount Vernon, KY

  • Russell County Hospital

    153 Dowell Rd, Russell Springs, KY