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Nick Monson
( out of 618 reviews )

Nick Monson, DO

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Farmington ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Center

Farmington
801-213-3200

Injury Clinic

Orthopaedic Injury Clinic
Salt Lake City
801-587-7109

  • Dr. Nick Monson, Associate Professor, (clinical) is a board certified primary care sports medicine specialist within the Orthopedic Department of the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah. Dr. Monson specializes in evaluation and treatment of spine, shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee and foot and ankle issues. He also has special interest in concussion management and treatment of chronic tendon issues. Dr. Monson utilizes ultrasound for diagnosis as well as for guidance of injections allowing for rapid assessment and treatment. He also specializes in performing spinal injection procedures using fluoroscopy.

    Dr. Monson graduated Magna Cum Laude from Utah State ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ in Exercise Science and then attended medical school at Des Moines ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ in Iowa where he earned multiple academic awards. He completed residency at the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah in Family Medicine followed by a fellowship in Sports Medicine also at the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah. Dr. Monson serves as a team physician for the Utah Stars, Utah Jazz, US ski team, ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah Athletics, Salt Lake Community College as well as multiple local high schools and remains active in event coverage throughout the community. Dr. Monson also serves as the director of Orthopedics for the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah’s Farmington ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Center.

    Dr. Monson grew up overseas in Japan, England and Germany following his Dad who was a teacher and coach. He learned a passion for a wide spectrum of sports and human performance and remains active in athletics of all types. His special interest lies in keeping high level athletes, weekend warriors and those that sometimes enjoy watching sports at the top of their game.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Family Medicine
    American Board of Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 618 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    November 29, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Monson is extremely knowledgeable, professional and personable. He listens to his patients and answers any questions throrughly but in language a lay person can understand.

    November 29, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Have loved Dr. Monson from day 1. He always includes me in decisions. He listens to my concerns and offer choices . Great bedside manner! Have referred him often.

    November 28, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Caring, gentle, knowledgeable Doctor.

    November 24, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    He does things that work I have had him take over seeing about my shoulder

    November 23, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Monson is very caring and explains everything and listens to how you really feel.

    November 21, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr Monson is great at listening and it is clear he cares about you when meeting with him. He isn't afraid of questions and fields them well with an open mind. I also appreciate that he encourages thoughts from his ATC that accompanies him in the appointment.

    November 14, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Monson is really good & cares very much about me & my back issues

    November 14, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    I don't know what to do

    November 14, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Excellent clinical skills and very personable

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  • Dr. Nick Monson, Associate Professor, (clinical) is a board certified primary care sports medicine specialist within the Orthopedic Department of the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah. Dr. Monson specializes in evaluation and treatment of spine, shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee and foot and ankle issues. He also has special interest in concussion management and treatment of chronic tendon issues. Dr. Monson utilizes ultrasound for diagnosis as well as for guidance of injections allowing for rapid assessment and treatment. He also specializes in performing spinal injection procedures using fluoroscopy.

    Dr. Monson graduated Magna Cum Laude from Utah State ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ in Exercise Science and then attended medical school at Des Moines ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ in Iowa where he earned multiple academic awards. He completed residency at the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah in Family Medicine followed by a fellowship in Sports Medicine also at the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah. Dr. Monson serves as a team physician for the Utah Stars, Utah Jazz, US ski team, ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah Athletics, Salt Lake Community College as well as multiple local high schools and remains active in event coverage throughout the community. Dr. Monson also serves as the director of Orthopedics for the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah’s Farmington ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Center.

    Dr. Monson grew up overseas in Japan, England and Germany following his Dad who was a teacher and coach. He learned a passion for a wide spectrum of sports and human performance and remains active in athletics of all types. His special interest lies in keeping high level athletes, weekend warriors and those that sometimes enjoy watching sports at the top of their game.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics -Primary
    Board Certification
    American Board of Family Medicine
    American Board of Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)

    Education history

    Fellowship Sports Medicine - ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah School of Medicine Fellow
    Residency Family Medicine - ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah School of Medicine Resident
    Professional Medical Osteopathic Medicine - Des Moines ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ D.O.
    Undergraduate Exercise Science; Minors in Spanish and Chemistry - Utah State ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ B.S.
    Undergraduate Exercise Science; Minors in Spanish and Chemistry - Utah State ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Morris A, Fino NF, Pelo R, Cushman DM, Monson NE, Jameson T, Dibble LE, Fino PC (2023). Reactive postural responses predict risk for acute musculoskeletal injury in collegiate athletes. J Sci Med Sport, 26(2), 114-119. ()
    2. Cushman DM, Knox J, Kobayashi JK, Zarate M, Wheelwright JC, Monson N, English J, Teramoto M (2022). Does anesthetic relief correspond to future pain relief? A prospective trial examining future pain relief for ultrasound-guided corticosteroid-anesthetic injections. Am J Phys Med Rehabil, 101, 1020-1025. ()
    3. Morris A, Cassidy B, Pelo R, Fino NF, Presson AP, Cushman DM, Monson NE, Dibble LE, Fino PC (2020). Reactive Postural Responses After Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Their Association With Musculoskeletal Injury Risk in Collegiate Athletes: A Study Protocol. Front Sports Act Living, 2, 574848. ()
    4. Cushman DM, Monson N, Conger A, Kendall RW, Henrie AM, McCormick ZL (2018). Use of 0.5 mL and 1.0 mL of Local Anesthetic for Genicular Nerve Blocks. Pain Med, 20(5), 1049-1052. ()

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