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Dr. Peter Knight, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 68
Dr. Peter Knight, MD
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Dr. Peter Knight, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Rochester, NY.
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Dr. Peter Knight, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 68
Rochester, NY
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience
Dr. Peter Knight, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Rochester, NY.

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Dr. Peter Knight, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Rochester, NY and has 44 years experience. They graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1980 and completed a residency at University Rochester.They currently practice at First California Physician Partners - Modesto and are affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital. At present, Dr. Knight received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Knight is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Aortic Valve Surgery
Mitral Valve Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Aortic Valve Surgery
Mitral Valve Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Aortic Valve Surgery
Mitral Valve Surgery
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Heart Valvuloplasty of Mitral Valve Without Replacement
Mitral Valve Repair
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Maze Procedure
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Fibrillation
Cardiac Tamponade
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Heart Defects
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Partial Lung Collapse
Pericardial Disease
Pleural Effusion
Systolic Heart Failure
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Heart Defect Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Thoracentesis
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Diseases
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Stenosis
Atrial Septal Defect
Benign Heart Tumors
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Biventricular Heart Failure
Carotid Artery Disease
Constrictive Pericarditis
Coronary Artery Aneurysm
Coronary Artery Dissection
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ebstein's Anomaly
Empyema
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Lung Cancer
Mediastinal Tumors
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Noninfective Endocarditis
Nonrheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Septal Defect
Subacute Endocarditis
Tetralogy of Fallot
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Aneurysm Repair
Atherectomy
Atrial Tissue Ablation
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Impella Device
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mitral Valve Bicuspidization
Mitral Valve Prosthetic Implantation
Mitral Valve Replacement
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Port Placements or Replacements
Pulmonary Thrombectomy
Pulmonary Valve Surgery
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Resection of Cardiac Tumor
Tracheal Surgery
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Tricuspid Valve Graft
Tricuspid Valve Surgery

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (585) 235-3973
  2. 2 Strong Memorial Hospital Psych
    601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (585) 275-6340

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3.9
Based on 21 Reviews
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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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Internship

Internship
  • Saint Vincent's Hospital
    1981
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Rochester
    1987
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Peter Knight, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Knight's profile.

Dr. Peter Knight, MD is affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Peter Knight, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Strong Memorial Hospital

    601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY