The 20 Best Acute Pain Doctors in Utah, US

Dr. Chalmers is the Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs at the University of Utah Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He focuses on the care of all shoulder and elbow problems, specializing in young athletes. His practice includes minimally invasive arthroscopy, ligament and tendon repair, and repair of dislocations. As a former coach and division I athlete, Dr. Chalmers knows the importance of getting back on the field. He serves as the team physician for Salt Lake City Bees triple-A baseball team and the University of Utah baseball team. He also serves as a team physician for the Utah Jazz. Dr. Chalmers graduated magna cum laude as a dual major in Biology and Biophysical Chemistry at Dartmouth College. He attended medical school at Columbia University in New York City, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. Dr. Chalmers completed his Orthopaedic Surgery residency at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, where he received multiple teaching and research awards. He completed his fellowship in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery at Washington University in Saint Louis.Dr. Chalmers is a native of Portland, Oregon. He enjoys hiking and skiing with his wife, who is an oncologist at Huntsman Cancer Institute. Dr. Chalmers is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Hypermobile Joints, Tenotomy, and Bone Graft.

Joshua Hickman is an Orthopedics provider in Ogden, Utah. Dr. Hickman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Hickman is currently accepting new patients.

Konrad Kennington is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Kennington has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Chronic Pain, and Spinal Stenosis.

Daniel Cushman is a Physiatrist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Cushman has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Acute Pain, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Hip Replacement, and Nerve Decompression. Dr. Cushman is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Steinhaus is a fellowship-trained minimally invasive spine surgeon. After attending Harvard University, he completed his medical school at Columbia University and residency and fellowship training at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. Dr. Steinhaus has published extensively in the field of spine and orthopedics with >100 published articles, book chapters, and presentations. Dr. Steinhaus uses his training in minimally invasive techniques, navigation, and robotics to provide cutting edge care, giving patients the best outcome while minimizing pain. Dr. Steinhaus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Diastrophic Dysplasia, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

Jeffrey Rocco is an Orthopedics provider in Washington Terrace, Utah. Dr. Rocco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Rocco is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Stephen K. Aoki, Professor and Chief of Sports Medicine, specializes in the surgical treatment of pediatric, adolescent, and adult sports injuries, primarily of the hip and knee. Dr. Aoki serves as team physician for University of Utah Gymnastics and University of Utah Football. He is the former Head Orthopaedic Team Physician for Real Salt Lake Major League Soccer. Dr. Aoki received his undergraduate Bachelor of Arts degree at Harvard University. He completed his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City and subsequently completed his orthopaedic surgery residency and sports medicine fellowship at the University of Utah. Dr. Aoki practices both at the University Orthopaedic Center and Primary Children´s Hospital.Dr. Aoki's hip practice focuses on joint preservation and hip arthroscopy. His surgical expertise includes the treatment of femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), labral tears, cartilage injuries, hip instability due to capsular insufficiency, and ischiofemoral impingement. He has done extensive research in the field of hip arthroscopy including technical articles focused on improving the surgical treatment of FAI and hip stability.Dr. Aoki's knee practice focuses on both pediatric and adult injuries. His surgical expertise addresses ACL tears, patellar dislocations, ligament/tendon/cartilage injuries, meniscus tears, osteochondritis dissecans (OCD lesions), tibial spine fractures, and congenital discoid meniscus. He has a particular surgical interest in pediatric athletic injuries complicated by open growth plates.Surgical Expertise: Hip Arthroscopy, Femoroacetabular Impingement, Hip Labral Repair and Reconstruction, Hip Capsular Repair and Reconstruction, Hip Preservation, Pediatric and Adult ACL Reconstructions, Patella Dislocations, Pediatric Sports Injuries, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Cartilage and Meniscus Tears.For more information, please refer to website: aokimd.com. Dr. Aoki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Hypermobile Joints, Osteoarthritis, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy.

Ryan Callahan, DO, is a board-certified orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon at CommonSpirit Orthopedics & Sports Medicine West Jordan. Dr. Callahan prioritizes building trust with his patients and focuses on improving pain and function through both non-operative and surgical treatments. He earned his undergraduate degree from BYU Provo, his medical degree from Des Moines University, completed his residency at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, and finished a fellowship at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. He is a member of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society. When not caring for patients, he enjoys spending as much time as possible with his wife and two sons, and pursuing outdoor activities like hiking, golfing and skiing. Dr. Callahan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteoarthritis, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

Nathan Clements is a Pain Medicine provider in Saint George, Utah. Dr. Clements is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Phantom Limb Pain, and Bursitis. Dr. Clements is currently accepting new patients.

Travis Maak is a Sports Medicine provider in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Maak has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Knock Knees, Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Hypermobile Joints, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Maak is currently accepting new patients.

Andrew Tyser is an Orthopedics provider in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Tyser has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Scaphoid Non-Union, Osteotomy, and Trapeziectomy. Dr. Tyser is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Anthony J. Schaeffer is a Board Certified Pediatric Urologist and Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology whose practice is dedicated to pediatric patients. Dr. Schaeffer received his bachelor’s degree from Northwestern University and his medical degree from the University of Chicago. He completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University and his fellowship in pediatric urology at Boston Children’s Hospital, after which he came to the University of Utah as a faculty member. Dr. Schaeffer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Bacterial Prostatitis, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, Osteotomy, and Lithotripsy.

Geeta Nagpal is a Pain Medicine provider in West Jordan, Utah. Dr. Nagpal has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Spinal Stenosis, Neuralgia, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Nagpal is currently accepting new patients.

Kyle Judd is an Orthopedics provider in Saint George, Utah. Dr. Judd has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Acute Pain, Ewing Sarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Synovectomy. Dr. Judd is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Timothy Beals is an accomplished orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle care. With a strong focus on patient-centered approach, he is dedicated to spending quality time with each individual, understanding their unique needs, and finding the best solutions for their foot and ankle conditions.With extensive experience in both operative and non-operative management, Dr. Beals provides expert care for a wide range of conditions, including traumatic injuries, arthritic conditions, adult flatfoot deformities, neuromuscular disorders, and complications of diabetes. He is skilled in utilizing various treatment methods and techniques, including ankle replacement, to optimize patient outcomes.Dr. Beals is known for his compassionate nature and commitment to ensuring the well-being of his patients. He believes in empowering patients with the knowledge and understanding necessary to make informed choices about their treatment options.With his dedication to patient care and his expertise in foot and ankle care, Dr. Timothy Beals strives to provide personalized solutions that improve the lives of his patients. Dr. Beals is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Tendinitis, and Endoscopy.

Noah Quinlan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow care at Intermountain Health’s McKay-Dee Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic in Ogden, Utah. He supports patients in Ogden, North Ogden, South Weber, northern Davis County, and surrounding communities providing treatment for shoulder and elbow arthritis, rotator cuff tears, biceps tears, labral tears, shoulder instability, frozen shoulder, fractures of the clavicle/shoulder/humerus/elbow, elbow epicondylitis, triceps tears, cubital tunnel syndrome, and sports injuries. He enjoys caring for these pathologies utilizing both operative and non-operative techniques to relieve pain and restore function to his patients.Dr. Quinlan became an orthopedic surgeon because of the multiple orthopedic procedures he had as a high school athlete. He feels movement is essential to quality of life, and orthopedic care is critical for patients of all ages and activity levels. His goal is to treat each patient with a personalized plan starting with non-operative modalities, proceeding with surgery only when it’s truly needed. He enjoys being a shoulder and elbow specialist because it allows him to treat all relevant pathologies throughout a patient’s lifespan.Outside the clinic, the New Jersey native enjoys spending time with his wife and their golden doodle named Luna. He enjoys skiing, cycling, swimming, running, and golfing.Conditions Treated: Shoulder arthritisRotator cuff tearsBiceps tears (Proximal and distal)Labral tearsFrozen shoulderShoulder instability/dislocationsAcromioclavicular joint arthritisClavicle fracturesHumerus fracturesOlecranon fracturesRadial head/neck fracturesElbow instabilityElbow arthritisTriceps tearsMedial and lateral elbow epicondylitisCubital tunnel syndromeSternoclavicular joint issuesProcedures Performed: Shoulder arthroplastyArthroscopic rotator cuff repairLabral repairBiceps tenodesisDistal clavicle excisionBony shoulder stabilizationFixation of upper extremity fracturesElbow arthroscopyDistal biceps repairElbow replacementCubital tunnel release +/- ulnar nerve transpositionTriceps repairTennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) debridement and repair. Dr. Quinlan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Arthritis, Acute Pain, and Endoscopy.

Daniel Jacobs is a Pain Medicine provider in Murray, Utah. Dr. Jacobs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Acute Pain, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Jacobs is currently accepting new patients.

Bernard Ginkel is a Pediatrics specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Ginkel has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Undescended Testicle, Hypospadias, and Biliary Atresia.

Lucas Anderson is an Orthopedics provider in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Anderson has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Higgins is an Orthopedics provider in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Higgins has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Acute Pain, Arthritis, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Higgins is currently accepting new patients.