
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Peter J Dirksmeier
Dr. Peter Dirksmeier is extensively trained in the operative and non-operative management of developmental, degenerative, pathologic, and traumatic conditions of the spine and hip. A native of New England, Dr. Dirksmeier attended Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts, on an ROTC Scholarship. Upon graduation, he was commissioned a lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps and served seven years as a Marine aviator and intelligence officer before earning his medical degree at the University of Southern California. While completing his general surgical internship and orthopedic surgical residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Dr. Dirksmeier developed an interest in spinal surgery and hip replacement and completed an orthopedic spinal surgery fellowship under several nationally-known experts. Dr. Dirksmeier has been involved in spinal surgery outcomes research and has published technique articles in subspecialty journals, describing hip prostheses and minimally invasive spinal surgical techniques. He has a special interest in prevention and continues to be the physician champion and medical director for the Northern New England Spine Center, a unique and multidisciplinary team approach to the care of spine patients. His elective practice is devoted to evaluating and treating spine and hip related problems.
Locations
- Mass General Brigham Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic
- 7 Marsh Brook Drive, Suite 100, Somersworth, NH 03878
- Get Directions
- phone: 603-742-2007
- fax: 603-742-6983
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Spinal Surgery, 2001
- Residency: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Orthopedic Surgery, 2000
- Internship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, General Surgery, 1996
- Medical Education: University of Southern California School of Medicine, 1995
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2003
Insurance
- Aetna
- AmeriHealth Caritas New Hampshire
- Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal
- Blue Cross Blue Shield ME
- Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
- Cigna
- Community Health Options
- CorVel Workers Comp
- Coventry
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Martin's Point
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan/PHCS
- NH Healthy Families
- Prime Health Services
- Railroad Medicare
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- United Health Care
- WellCare
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
231 ratings, 100 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 2/2/2026
Dr. Dirksmeier and his staff are absolutely outstanding. They are very conscious of the fact that you are going there because you are in pain . I am extremely happy with the results of my procedure and the care I received
- Reviewed on 2/2/2026
I was very impressed with his interest in understanding my situation and greatly appreciate that
- Reviewed on 1/31/2026
Dr Dirksmeier is fantastic. He treated me 16 years ago and treated my wife last year. It was due to our initial experience that we seek him out. I anticipate the need for additional surgery this fall and will only consider him to do it. We continue to recommend him to anyone we know with back/spine problems.
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr. Dirksmeier provided a very detailed review of the MRI and explained the diagnosis and treatment options. The consultation exceeded expectations.
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
Pleasant, however the surgery I was hoping for will not help me:(
- Reviewed on 1/26/2026
Dr. Dirksmeier is the only Doctor I really trust with my care!
- Reviewed on 1/26/2026
Great doctor
- Reviewed on 1/14/2026
He was thorough, but I would say in retrospect I did not have any physical examination of my pain by him.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
He is knowledgeable and comforted me when worried. I'm very glad he talked me into surgery, my life is changing.
- Reviewed on 1/8/2026
Very thorough in explaining spinal dynamics and my findings and clinical concerns. Options were well outlined. All of my questions were answered.
- Reviewed on 12/20/2025
I appreciated Dr Dirksmeier's demeanor during our visit. He was patient and attentive, and took the time to thoroughly discuss my medical needs. Unlike other providers, when it felt rushed.
- Reviewed on 12/19/2025
My experience with Dr. Dirksmeier and the whole Wentworth Douglas team was exceptional. I thought they were great. They explained everything. They did exactly what they said they would do. [redacted] I just thought it was a great experience and the communication was excellent. So I want to thank the whole team, Dr. Dirksmeier and all of his team. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 12/17/2025
Very good doctor
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
Thank you all for giving me a second lease on my youth. Dr. Dirksmeier was incredibly thorough and professional through this whole process. I would certainly recommend anyone I know to your practice without hesitation!
- Reviewed on 12/17/2025
There in only one complaint that involves changing clothes for xrays. If the patient needs xrays and need to remove clothing such as blouse or bra, there is nothing for them to put these items in. They have to carry the clothes with them back to the waiting area, and could be very embarrassing. Just a green personal items bag like they use at the hospital would work great.
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
This doctor has an excellent reputation and he demonstrated a very high level of skills and helped me with my problem thoroughly.
- Reviewed on 12/15/2025
I was very happy with the care and information I was given.
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
Great
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
He is a very good doctor always takes time to explain things so you understand what he has discussed with you.
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Was very caring and understanding!!
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
Interested, cares about my well being
- Reviewed on 11/24/2025
Dr. Dirksmeier did a great job on my hip replacement. He was very encouraging throughout the process. Very upbeat!
- Reviewed on 11/7/2025
The doctor was extremely professional. As always in your facility, everyone there was very professional.
- Reviewed on 11/6/2025
Dr Peter shared my MRI at length and in detail. He appreciate my engineering background and make sure I comprehend the facts as much as possible. He make me part of the planning and decisions concerning my treatment. It is my body and my life quality. Dr Peter knows that and respects my role in the treatment. He also took all the time needed to get to a consensus. I trust him.
- Reviewed on 11/4/2025
The doctor was thorough, knowledgeable, and professional.
- Reviewed on 11/1/2025
Dr. Dirksmeier is someone who cares about his patients. Great Doctor
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Showed concern for any upcoming trouble I might have
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
I have heard of this provider over the years from my patients as I work in healthcare. I thankfully avoided needing his services until now because I was healthy until this year for the most part . But having this appointment, all the positive feedback from my patients about him was warranted . He truly is a kind and compassionate provider who listens as well as he gives good explanations of everything to do with my issues .
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr. Peter Dirksmeier was a brilliant spine surgeon who displayed kindness, understanding, knowledge and concern in an extraordinarily helpful way. He thoroughly explained X-rays performed during three appointments and provided positive plans to further assist with my compression fracture and Osteoporosis. He encouraged me with additional referrals for Bone Health consult and Physical Therapy. It was an outstanding appointment also with the very competent support staff. Thank you [redacted]
- Reviewed on 10/28/2025
Very nice Dr and person who cares
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
The team & Dr Curatolo are phenomenal. They always make me feel comfortable and well cared for!!
- Reviewed on 11/8/2025
The doctor was very willing to explain my situation and answer any questions I had.
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
The doctors were veryvcaring
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
Great job
- Reviewed on 10/28/2025
He is a pleasant man.
- Reviewed on 10/20/2025
He was very professional. And very pleasant to discuss my potential surgery with.
- Reviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr. Dirksmeier is the most caring doctor I have had since I can remember. It's all about the patient with Dr. D. It makes you comfortable and let you know that you can discuss anything with him. I have had a lot of problems in the last three years. It began with a visit to him and has continued since I know, I can talk to him anytime about anything.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
Very professional, positive and informative. Answered all questions and discussed what the expectations were prior to, during and after the procedure.
- Reviewed on 10/7/2025
Peter Dirksmeier is thorough, professional, understanding, and empathetic to my needs. I have the utmost confidence in his skills and plan of action.
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
Thank you
- Reviewed on 10/3/2025
Dr. Dirksmaier is an extremely professional doctor and I've had him perform surgery on me before with fantastic results and I'm looking forward to the same results this time.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr. Dirksmeier was highly recommended to me and he lived up to my expectations.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Very professional care with great detail re: treatment options.
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Dirksmeier was fantastic. Seemed. Rey interested in solving my pain issues. I felt he was very honest
- Reviewed on 9/6/2025
I had a very good experience. The doctor was very nice and kind and I appreciated his input. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 9/3/2025
Dr Dirksmeier was caring, knowledgeable, professional, and easy to talk to.
- Reviewed on 8/27/2025
Dr Dirksmier is a wonderful doctor. Kind and compassionate. Very genuine.... I trust him completely.
- Reviewed on 8/26/2025
Amazing Knowledge and Bedside Manner~
- Reviewed on 8/27/2025
Excellent on all counts
- Reviewed on 8/25/2025
I went for a second opinion and Dr Dirksmeier completely explained my options. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 8/24/2025
He was efficient, to the point. Explained things that were easy to understand.
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
Professional, caring and thorough. Highly recommend.
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
Very professional and caring
- Reviewed on 8/17/2025
Dr dirksmeier is wonderful, he is a great represetative of your facility, he is knowledgeable, down to earth, gives you time to ask questions, provides answers to all questions, makes you feel comfortable and really cared for. R9byn ficek
- Reviewed on 8/17/2025
Dr. Peter Dirksmeier is a wonderful doctor and very attentive.
- Reviewed on 8/17/2025
Extremely satisfied with the care I received!
- Reviewed on 8/17/2025
Very friendly, knowledgeable and easy to understand. Came highly recommended.
- Reviewed on 8/14/2025
He was very matter-of-fact with me in explaining his recommendations. I'll be better able to answer this after my surgery.
- Reviewed on 8/6/2025
Very pleased
- Reviewed on 8/6/2025
I felt like everything was well explained to me. It was helpful to see MRI and pray with explanation.
- Reviewed on 8/5/2025
Docter Dirksmeier was the best...
- Reviewed on 7/31/2025
Dr. Dirksmeier is not only very thorough and knowledgeable, but also very people oriented and empathetic.
- Reviewed on 7/27/2025
Curious and to point
- Reviewed on 7/16/2025
Top notch in terms of explaing and carrying out the procedure.
- Reviewed on 7/16/2025
Everyone at seacoast orthopedics are very personable and professional. I really like every one I have delt with.
- Reviewed on 7/13/2025
Excellent One of the areas best
- Reviewed on 7/13/2025
Very friendly service and helpful Very understanding about my concerns during my visit and Very understanding highly recommended them they always take the time and always patient with you make you feel comfortable while you explain what going on and don't rush you provide best treatment possible to get you better .... :)
- Reviewed on 7/11/2025
Very thorough, did not rush through the visit. Explained everything in detail that I understood.
- Reviewed on 7/11/2025
I had a very positive experience. The doctor gave me an injection in my hip which has curtailed my pain greatly. So I appreciate that. This is my second shot with Dr. Dirksmeier and both times it's been a very positive experience in spite of the fact that he attended the University of Southern California.
- Reviewed on 7/9/2025
They're is no one better than Dr Dirksmeier and his staff associated with his care of me. He is Brilliant at diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
- Reviewed on 7/9/2025
Professional, courteous, knowledgeable. All my questions were answered. Doctor listened to all my concerns. I left feeling pretty good about everything we talked about.
- Reviewed on 7/4/2025
I felt rushed through my visit. As a result, I did not ask the important questions I had prepared. At the end of the visit, the provider said he was on his way to perform a surgery.
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
My son gave me very positive reviews of this doctor from his experience a year or two ago. I agree. I am nervous, never having had major surgery, but I guess that is normal. The doctor is confident about improved quality of life.
- Reviewed on 6/24/2025
I HAVE MANY MEDICAL ISSUES AND DR. DIRKSMEIR HAS BEEN HELPING ME WITH SIGNIFICANT ISSUES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF MY LOWER BACK., HE IS ALSO HELPING ME WITH CHF ISSUES AND HE KNOWS WHAT HE IS DOING AND IS REALLY TAKING GOOD CARE OF ME. GOD BLESS HIM!!!!!!!!
- Reviewed on 6/18/2025
Excellent doctor, listened well and asked many appropriate questions.
- Reviewed on 6/18/2025
It was a good provider, nothing more to add.
- Reviewed on 6/6/2025
Excellent provider, explained everything, saw me in a timely fashion, couldn't ask for anything better.
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
He was very direct and gave great advice. I appreciated his openness and not pushing anything that I didn't need.
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
I am very happy with my overall experience with Dr Dirksmeier, he listens and thoroughly explains everything throughout, prior to surgery and after. The hip replacement went so well and I am fully functional now. I would highly recommend!
- Reviewed on 5/19/2025
I would Dr. Dirksmeier to all my family, friends, and colleagues - he is that good.
- Reviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr. Dirksmeier is amazing. He is my doctor and my husband's doctor, and he got my husband in to have a hip replacement within one week of coming home from Florida. That doesn't happen. He was just amazing to do that. I really appreciate it. And he gave me some really good advice on my condition also. I really think he's a very good doctor. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 5/15/2025
Excellent. I travel from Florida just to seek his care. I trust only him.
- Reviewed on 5/14/2025
Dr Dirksmeier great
- Reviewed on 5/7/2025
My experience was excellent. It was set up thru ED, I was seen very quickly and was given all the time needed for about one hour. Great explanations and I left knowing what to expect. Couldn't have been a better experience.
- Reviewed on 5/7/2025
I have been here before and have always been treated well and given answers for my problems. I have nothing bad to say and would recommend this practice to family and friends.
- Reviewed on 5/11/2025
Thank you for all the kindness and knowledge.
- Reviewed on 5/8/2025
Dr. Dirksmeier was excellent on any questions I had and to schedule future events.
- Reviewed on 5/7/2025
I loved the way he looked at me direct,y while explaining things I felt like he was really hearing me and seeing me. I didn't feel rushed or in some kind of assembly line.
- Reviewed on 5/1/2025
The provider was professional, genial, and open to questions and concerns. That was most appreciated.
- Reviewed on 5/1/2025
Dr Dirksmeier has & continues to be outstanding.
- Reviewed on 4/23/2025
Extremely comprehensive review of the background of my back, spine issues and great detail review of recent MRI. Same for our discussion regarding next steps.
- Reviewed on 4/16/2025
Gave me confidence in the procedure and next steps
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
Dr. Dirksmeier is a skilled and knowledgeable orthopedic surgeon. I would highly recommend him to others.
- Reviewed on 4/10/2025
They were very professional and they took very good care of me. Both the nurse and the doctor, and I appreciate it. Thank you and have a good day.
- Reviewed on 4/9/2025
Everyone was professional and polite. My experience was amazing!
- Reviewed on 4/9/2025
He was thorough, listened carefully, explained xrays and MRIs well, and spent thr right amount of time with me. His manner was kind and professional.
- Reviewed on 4/9/2025
I felt the doctor was very clear in showing me the MRI and explaining exactly what my problems were with my back. And he went into detail of what the problems were and what he was going to do to try to alleviate those problems. And he allowed my wife also to observe at the same time so we both could remember and ask any questions we both wanted to, which we did, which were answered to our satisfaction. And he was very friendly, very accommodating and very at ease to be open with him and so forth. So it was a very good experience overall.
- Reviewed on 4/3/2025
Dr. Dirksmeier is very pleasant, knowledgeable, helpful, and he takes time with you and you feel very comfortable.
- Reviewed on 4/2/2025
Even though he couldn't help me I found the doctor to be very professional.
- Reviewed on 4/2/2025
Dr. D. was very knowledgeable, encouraging, & hopeful. Although this is an aside, he was [redacted] & professional in his demeanor.