Peterson brings more than 22 years of experience to the new MRH clinic
MONTROSE, Colo. (August 26, 2025) – Craig Peterson, MD, has joined the new Montrose Regional Health (MRH) Urology Clinic. Peterson is a board-certified physician with more than 22 years of experience treating both male and female urology patients in the Montrose region.
Peterson and the MRH Urology Clinic prioritize the use of the latest medical technology to provide patients with advanced treatments and the highest quality care. Many procedures incorporate the use of the da Vinci surgical robot, and the clinic also offers Aquablation therapy, which uses the AquaBeam robotic system to treat patients with an enlarged prostate. Peterson also specializes in treating erectile dysfunction and male and female incontinence.
“I’m excited to continue serving the Western Colorado community through Montrose Regional Health’s new urology clinic,” Peterson said. “Urology has evolved significantly over the past two decades, and I’ve worked hard to bring advanced technologies, like the da Vinci and Aquablation surgical systems, to Montrose to improve outcomes and patient care. I look forward to collaborating with providers across the region to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care that meets the growing needs of our community.”
Peterson attended medical school at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver. He completed his urology residency with the U.S. Navy at the Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, and his general surgery internship with the U.S. Navy at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego.
A Western Colorado native, Peterson graduated from Gunnison High School. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys skiing and snowboarding. In the summer, he spends his time hunting, fishing and golfing.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Peterson, call the MRH Urology Clinic at 970-497-8100.
About Montrose Regional Health (MontroseHealth.com)
Montrose Regional Health (MRH) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) healthcare system serving Montrose, San Miguel, Ouray, Gunnison, Delta, Hinsdale, and San Juan counties. Licensed for 75 beds, MRH offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including cardiology, oncology, minimally invasive surgery, laboratory services, medical imaging, Mountain View Therapy, a Level III Trauma Center, an Acute Rehabilitation Unit, a Spine and Pain Center, advanced respiratory and pulmonary care, and a family birthing center. Known for adopting advanced technologies such as robotic-assisted surgery and UVC disinfection, MRH is the second-largest employer in Montrose County, with more than 850 employees and 100 providers representing 27 medical specialties. MRH is recognized for its warm, personalized care and lives its tagline: “Caring for you like family.”
Photo caption: Craig Peterson, MD, joins Montrose Regional Health Urology Clinic
