Dr. Peter Cheung

About the Doctor

Dr. Peter Cheung is a general surgeon in Yuma, Arizona, with more than 21 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from Oral Roberts University School of Medicine and completed his surgery residency at Creighton University School of Medicine (Omaha) (1989–1994). Dr. Cheung has a 4/5 patient rating based on 36 reviews, with patients noting good follow‑up care and time spent during appointments. He has been designated an “Expert” in six conditions, with clinical expertise including mastectomy, groin hernia surgery, colon removal, gallbladder removal, and other general surgical procedures. He subspecializes in minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Cheung currently accepts new patients and is affiliated with Onvida Health Yuma Medical Center and Yuma Advanced Surgical Suites.

• Over 21 years of experience in general surgery

• Subspecialty in minimally invasive surgery

• Expert in mastectomy, hernia repair, colon resection, gallbladder removal

• 4/5 patient rating; known for attentive follow‑up and time with patients

• Accepts new patients and Medicaid

Education & Training

Medical School – Oral Roberts University School of Medicine
Residency – Creighton University School of Medicine (Omaha), Surgery, 1989–1994
Fellowship/Additional Training – None specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Breast cancer (requiring mastectomy or lumpectomy)

• Groin hernias (inguinal)

• Colon diseases (diverticulitis, colorectal cancer, polyps)

• Gallbladder disease (cholelithiasis, cholecystitis)

• Appendicitis

• Abdominal hernias (ventral, incisional, umbilical)

• Small bowel obstruction

• Benign and malignant abdominal tumors

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) – surgical options

• Soft tissue masses and lipomas

Medical Procedures Performed

• Mastectomy (total, partial, with or without lymph node dissection)

• Inguinal hernia repair (open or laparoscopic)

• Colectomy (partial or total – open or laparoscopic)

• Cholecystectomy (laparoscopic or open)

• Appendectomy (laparoscopic or open)

• Ventral/incisional hernia repair (open or laparoscopic)

• Small bowel resection

• Lysis of adhesions

• Breast lumpectomy

• Excision of soft tissue masses

Services Offered

Dr. Cheung provides comprehensive general surgical care with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques to reduce pain, scarring, and recovery time. He offers consultations for a wide range of surgical conditions, including breast disease, hernias, gallbladder problems, and colon disorders. He performs both open and laparoscopic procedures, tailoring the approach to each patient’s needs. Dr. Cheung is known for providing thorough pre‑operative education, attentive follow‑up care, and spending adequate time with patients to answer questions. He currently accepts new patients and coordinates care with primary care physicians, oncologists, and other specialists as needed. Telehealth availability is not specified; please contact the office directly.

List of services:

• New patient surgical consultations and second opinions

• Mastectomy and breast surgery for cancer

• Laparoscopic and open hernia repair (inguinal, ventral, incisional)

• Laparoscopic and open cholecystectomy

• Laparoscopic and open colectomy (for diverticulitis, cancer, polyps)

• Laparoscopic appendectomy

• Minimally invasive abdominal surgery

• Excision of soft tissue tumors and cysts

• Pre‑operative risk assessment and optimization

• Post‑operative follow‑up and wound care

Accepted Insurances

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, POS, PPO)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Medicaid (accepted – via United Healthcare or Elevance plans)

Practice Locations

Address: 1763 W 24th St, Ste 200, Yuma, AZ 85364
Phone: (928) 782-5535

Hospital Affiliations

• Onvida Health Yuma Medical Center – Yuma, AZ

• Yuma Advanced Surgical Suites – Yuma, AZ