Peter Wagner, M.D., M.M.S.

Dr. Wagner’s professional interests revolve around the surgical treatment of cervical (neck) and lumbar (lower back) disorders, in addition to his proficiency in general orthopedics.

About
Dr. Wagner

Dr. Wagner  graduated from Boston College in Boston, Massachusetts, and later earned his Medical Degree from Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wagner then embarked on his medical journey by completing his Residency at UMass Medical Center in Worcester, Massachusetts, which included a dedicated year of intensive spine research.

Dr. Wagner pursued a one-year Fellowship in Spinal Surgery at Brown University Hospital in Rhode Island. During this time, he had the privilege of training under the guidance of esteemed leaders in the field. Throughout his fellowship, Dr. Wagner gained invaluable expertise in treating a wide spectrum of spinal disorders, including degenerative conditions, deformities, and traumatic spinal injuries.

Dr. Wagner’s professional interests revolve around the surgical treatment of cervical (neck) and lumbar (lower back) disorders, in addition to his proficiency in general orthopedics. He is an active member of several medical and orthopedic professional societies, showcasing his commitment to staying at the forefront of advancements in his field.

In recognition of his expertise, Dr. Wagner has delivered presentations on various orthopedic topics and spine surgery. Furthermore, he has contributed significantly to the body of knowledge surrounding spinal health by authoring numerous research articles.

Dr. Wagner offers a comprehensive range of treatments for back, neck, and musculoskeletal injuries, including both surgical and non-surgical options. His dedication to patient care extends to his affiliation with Lawrence & Memorial, Backus, and Windham Hospitals, where he serves as a valuable member of the medical staff. Trust your spinal health to Dr. Wagner’s exceptional skills and unwavering commitment to providing the highest quality care.

Working with us

Our Process

01.

Evaluate

Your physician will evaluate your pain and the surgical and non-surgical treatments available to help you decide the right course of treatment.

02.

Treat

Your physician is trained to provide the latest treatments available and assist you with onsite injections, aspirations medication management, ordering images, wound care and more.

03.

Collaborate

Depending on the specifics of your injury and your recovery plan, your physician will collaborate with the Surgical and Rehabilitation team and remain your point person for continued care.

Physician Assistant

Marissa Tourville, PA-C

Marissa Tourville graduated from University of Hartford in 2018 with her Bachelors of Health Science. She continued on to receive her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant in 2021. In 2021 she became a Certified Physician Assistant after completing her national board exam and doing years of direct patient care and even did a specialized clinical elective in orthopedic surgery. She enjoys treating neck and back pain and spine injuries to get people back to exercise and activity and improve their quality of life. When not working, Marissa enjoys all things outdoors such as boating, fishing, going on jetski, hiking, and more. Marissa resides in South Eastern Connecticut with her husband.

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Peter Wagner, M.D., M.M.S.

Orthopedic Surgeon | Spinal Surgery Fellowship

Background

Dr. Wagner graduated from Boston College, in Boston Massachusetts. He received his Medical Degree from Drexel University, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Following Medical School, he completed his Residency at UMass Medical Center, in Worcester, Massachusetts, including a year entirely devoted to spine research.

He completed a one-year Fellowship in Spinal Surgery, at Brown University Hospital, in Rhode Island. There, he trained with leaders in the field, and treated all types of spinal disorders, including degenerative conditions, deformity, and traumatic spinal injuries.

Dr. Wagner’s interests include the surgical treatment of cervical (neck) and lumbar (lower back) disorders, as well as general orthopedics.

Dr. Wagner belongs to multiple medical and orthopedic professional societies. He has given presentations on various orthopedic topics and spine surgery, and has authored numerous research articles relating to the spine.

Dr. Wagner performs both surgical & non-surgical treatments for the back, neck, & musculoskeletal injuries.

He is on staff at Lawrence & Memorial, Backus, and Windham Hospitals.

Specialties

General Orthopedic Trauma, Hip/Spine Syndrome, Neck/Shoulder Syndrome, Surgical treatment of Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar disorders.

Medical School

Drexel University College of Medicine

Residency

University of Massachusetts Memorial Hospital, Worcester, MA

Fellowship

Brown University - Spine Surgery

About Me

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