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Dr. Peter Gonzalez, MD

Dr. Peter Gonzalez, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Gonzalez, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Manasquan, NJ and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2001. He is affiliated with Ocean University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 54 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (54 reviews)

Practice

2315 Highway 34 Manasquan, NJ 08736
Telehealth available

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Dr. Gonzalez's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gonzalez

3.2
54 ratings, 43 with a written review
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Very dismissive
Saw Dr. Gonzalez for a lingering back issue and before I could even point to the pain or talk about the history, he was dismissing back pain as largely incurable with no known source. His only saving grace was that he did agree I was technically too young for such persistent back pain (lord help you if you're over 50 and go to him though) and ordered blood work for a suspected rheumatoid cause, which ended up being what it was. So 2 stars for ordering the right test.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 15, 2024
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Dismissive
He made me feel like my issue was not serious enough to be there, even tho I have constant pain. I went there for help (and after an uncomfortable time with a Dr that needs to read these reviews and change his approach when communicating with patients ) I got a prescription for an MRI. Hopefully I get answers with that.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 27, 2024
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Michael H. Patient
Dr. Gonzalez and his assistant Christine, are very patient-oriented. I had a painful and acute problem and they found a way to fit me in to their schedule. Happy to say I got great care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 08, 2024
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Knee problems
I saw Dr. Gonzalez two times over three years. I had a hip injury caused by a fall. I received a very successful injection from him that remedied the problem. This past week, two knee problems due to bone on bone osteoarthritis. I received two shots. He was cordial, helpful, and did not rush me with my questions. He does not sugar coat his findings, and is professional. He has over 20 plus years of experience. He spoke about all the options I have injection therapy etc. I know eventually I will probably need to bite the bullet and get knee replacements. I’ll be back. I like the convenience, physical therapy in same building., cleanliness of office, ease of parking, x rays on site plus, nice office staff!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 29, 2024
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Jude
He told me nothing was wrong with my hip. He yelled at me and refused to believe that I was in pain. Very nasty. I went to another doctor...my hip was fractured. I had a total hip replacement with a different doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jan 26, 2024
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Attitude
Uncaring and dismissive attitude. No level of empathy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Nov 29, 2023
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Dr Gonzalez exam
Dr Gonzalez did a through exam and explained my condition and what todo about it
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 26, 2023
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Informative. All my questions were answered. Unhur
Informative. All my questions were answered. Unhurried with us unhurried
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 20, 2023
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Excellent care
Doctors Gonzalez was an excellent doctor. Very attentive understanding, and could relate to my sports industry. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jerry Manganiello – Sep 28, 2023
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Groin Pain
Dr. Gonzolez was very good. Gave me exercises to do.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Elizabeth Meola – Sep 12, 2023
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Two for One!
He took care of my wife’s back problem last week with 100% relief and solved my hip problem this week! We both think very highly of his technical skill as well as caring manner and the time he takes with you to make sure that you are satisfied with the care he gives. A great doctor!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gary Cademartori – Jul 02, 2023
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No help
This provider was very dismissive Uncaring blamed age for the pain, no diagnosis no treatment Doesnt care in least bit if your not young and athletic. It was a shame how blunt and uncaring he actually was May be time for him to change careers or not see any patients who are over 30yrs old It was strange & waste of time Asked what I wanted him to do Could care less that I was having pain and difficulty walking. I will make certain to never go to this office again.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Jun 10, 2023
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Terrible
Gonzalez shot my knee up with cortisone. 3 days later the pain came back. Now my knee is swollen and the pain has migrated to my calf. In pain and limping for 2 weeks. Called the office and left messages FIVE TIMES to call and speak to me about this. No one ever called back.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 07, 2023
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Very dismissive about my symptoms. Asked me what I wanted him to do. Stay away from him !!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Apr 07, 2023
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Outstanding Physician
Dr. Gonzalez is thorough, personable and a great listener. Highly recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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AnthonyAp – Mar 24, 2023
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I was pleased with the time it took to take the X-ray and meet with the doctor. He explained my condition, compared it to an X-ray from se real years ago, and offered suggestions. He also ordered bloodwork to rule out a specific condition. Office staff was friendly and efficient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 18, 2023
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Dr was very caring and polite and careful cares about he’s patients
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 16, 2023
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Dr was kind and caring and listened attentively. He accurately diagnosed my back issues and I appreciate his conservative approach. He explained everything in detail and discussed a future plan. I met Dr in the past and returned to him for this new issue for me. Completely satisfied with his approach and confident in his care. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Melissa w – Jan 26, 2023
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Extremely dismissive!
I returned to him as a follow up after being injected by the nurse practitioner which did nothing to alleviate the pain in my knee….. He told me nothing he could do short of knee replacement surgery! I went to another orthopedist and she drained the fluid and injected via ultrasound which totally took away my pain. Explanation was the NP injected into the fluid and it went nowhere. I am a health care practitioner as well and he is a disgrace to his profession. Stay away!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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peggy seckular – Oct 02, 2022
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Ultrasound guided aspersion of the knee
Dr was pleasant, caring and concerned I was comfortable during procedure
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Frank scandariato – May 20, 2022
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Dr. Peter Gonzalez, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Manasquan, NJ and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2001. He is affiliated with Ocean...read more
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Pain Medicine

  • Sports Medicine

  • Sports Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Electrodiagnostic Medicine

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  • University Of Colorado At Denver

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Sports Medicine
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Locations

Practice

The Dermatology Clinic2315 Highway 34 Manasquan, NJ 08736
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
Personal Best Chiropractic226 Route 37 W Toms River, NJ 08755
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 3:30pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 3:30pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 3:30pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 3:30pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 3:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
Endoscopy Center of Red Bank365 Broad St Red Bank, NJ 07701
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sun: 9:00am - 4:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Orthonj LLC1043 W Main St Freehold, NJ 07728
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ocean University Medical Center

    425 Jack Martin Blvd
    Brick, NJ 08724
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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