About
Dr. Peter Sundwall built his career around a simple conviction: thorough, personalized care changes lives. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Cum Laude, from the University of Utah in 1988. He then completed a Master of Science in Educational Psychology at the University of Utah in 1990. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Utah School of Medicine in 1994. That same year, he received the Golden Cane Award for Excellence in Patient Care. He completed his Family Medicine residency at St. Peter's Hospital in Olympia, Washington, finishing in 1997.
Dr. Sundwall holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. His fellowship in primary care psychiatry at UC Davis deepened his expertise in mental health alongside physical care. He serves as both personal physician and health coach for his patients. He works with each patient to build a wellness plan addressing physical, mental, and spiritual goals. Outside medicine, he stays active with tennis, drumming, and motorcycling. He and his wife have five children and four grandchildren.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Utah, B.S. Psychology, Cum Laude (1988)
Medical School
University of Utah, Doctorate of Medicine (1994)
Residency
Family Medicine, St. Peter's Hospital, Olympia, WA (1994-1997)
Fellowship
Primary Care Psychiatry
Additional Training
Master of Science, Educational Psychology, University of Utah (1990)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Sundwall right for?
Dr. Sundwall serves adults seeking a physician who addresses health across physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, obesity, or thyroid disorders benefit from his comprehensive approach. His fellowship in primary care psychiatry makes him a strong fit for patients who want mental health support integrated into their primary care. Adults looking for a long-term physician relationship and a personalized wellness plan will find his practice well-suited to those goals.
Similar Doctors Nearby
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Sundwall treats a broad range of conditions across family medicine. He manages chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and thyroid disorders. He also handles acute injuries, skin procedures, and mental health conditions. His training spans both family medicine and primary care psychiatry, allowing him to address the full picture of a patient's health.
Yes, Dr. Sundwall holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He maintains that certification through ongoing continuing education. He also completed a fellowship in primary care psychiatry at UC Davis, which further supports his clinical depth in mental health care.
Dr. Sundwall earned a Master of Science in Educational Psychology from the University of Utah. He also completed a fellowship in primary care psychiatry at UC Davis. Those credentials allow him to address mental health needs directly within his family medicine practice, rather than referring patients elsewhere for routine concerns.
Dr. Sundwall earned his medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine in 1994. He completed his internship and Family Medicine residency at St. Peter's Hospital in Olympia, Washington, finishing in 1997. He also holds a Master of Science in Educational Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, both from the University of Utah.
Dr. Sundwall has practiced medicine for over 25 years. He has cared for many of his patients across multiple decades, building long-term relationships that extend across families and life stages.
Dr. Sundwall acts as both physician and health coach for each patient. He works with patients to build individualized wellness plans that address physical, mental, and spiritual goals. He believes meaningful health improvements are possible at any age or stage of life, and he works with each patient to identify and pursue them.
Yes, through his MDVIP affiliation, Dr. Sundwall offers comprehensive health screenings and advanced diagnostic tests. These go well beyond what most primary care practices provide. The screenings form a core part of the annual wellness program available to his members.
Dr. Sundwall holds affiliations with American Fork Hospital and Mountain Point Hospital. Those affiliations allow him to coordinate hospital-based care for his patients when needed.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026