Dr. John Skedros
Overview
Dr. Skedros completed two fellowships after his residency training. These fellowships included:1. Shoulder and elbow surgery (reconstruction and arthroscopy). This training was completed at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.2. Total hip and knee replacement surgery. This training was completed at St. Paul Medical Center and Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, Texas.Dr. Skedros focuses on shoulder and elbow problems in his clinic. This inlcudes ELBOW AND SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY. However, he also works on the general orthopaedic trauma call teams at LDS Hospital and St. Marks Hospital. Hence, Dr. Skedros is adept at trauma surgery of the ankle, wrist, knee, and hip.Dr. Skedros is an avid researcher. He is involved in research dealing with shoulder fractures and the care of common shoulder problems with the use of cortisone injections and physical therapy. Dr. Skedros is also interested in advancing current basic understanding of the cause of osteoporosis. One of his research themes is basic bone adaptation, which finds application in helping understand why bones become brittle with age.Finally, Dr. Skedros has conducted studies on the role of knee arthroscopy in avoiding total knee replacements. About 20% of Dr. Skedros's practice involves knee arthroscopy and non-operative treatment of knees with arthritis or cartilage tears.
Dr. Skedros is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Frozen Shoulder, Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Hip Replacement, and Gallbladder Removal.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 82 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
5316 S Woodrow St Ste 200, Murray, UT 84107
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John Skedros
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Skedros?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Skedros by calling their office at 801-747-1020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Skedros a top-rated expert for Bursitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Skedros is classified as an Advanced expert for Bursitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. John Skedros specialize in?
While Dr. John Skedros is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Bursitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Axillary Nerve Dysfunction. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. John Skedros participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John Skedros has published 82 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bursitis. You can view a list of Dr. John Skedros's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John Skedros accept my insurance?
Dr. John Skedros accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 801-747-1020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- BursitisDr. Skedros isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Skedros isAdvanced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
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- ArthritisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Axillary Nerve DysfunctionDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Axillary Nerve Dysfunction.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Compartment SyndromeDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Compartment Syndrome.
- DiskitisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Diskitis.
- EndoscopyDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.