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Matthew
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Uvalde Memorial Hospital will host an open house on Jan. 23 to welcome medical oncologist and hematologist Dr. Matthew R. Peterson to the Kate Marmion Regional Cancer Medical Center.
The event will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. in Suite 200 at 1195 Garner Field Road.
Peterson joins radiation oncologist Dr. Charles Brooks, who treats patients in Suite 100.
Peterson earned a Bachelor of Science in chemistry at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York, and obtained his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. He went on to become board certified in internal medicine and completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio.
Peterson served in the military from 2011- 2022 and discharged at the rank of major after 12 years of honorable service.
“Having Dr. Peterson join our full-time medical staff is a huge asset. He brings a wealth of experience, expertise, and compassion to our cancer care team. He will work closely with patients, referring physicians and families to provide excellent cancer care close to home,” said hospital chief medical officer Dr. Sameta Sosa.
Peterson has 10 years of experience in hematology and oncology in numerous roles such as quality assurance manager, staff physician, and medical director at San Antonio Military Medical Center.
Peterson is also familiar with the Uvalde community as he has served as a locum physician at the Marmion center since March of 2023.
“Our goal for our community goes beyond simply treating the cancer but, rather, to care for and meet the needs of the patient, as a whole. The addition of Dr. Peterson allows family and friends to be close and part of the treatment strategy,” added hospital CEO Adam Apolinar.
Peterson is married and has two daughters and two sons. He enjoys coaching his boys’ football team and leading a men’s Bible study.
