
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 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bursitis, Brachial Plexopathy, Frozen Shoulder, Hip Replacement, and Gallbladder Removal.
Dr. Skedros is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 84 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Skedros is currently accepting new patients.
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5316 South Woodrow Street, Suite 200, Murray, UT 84107
Clinical Research
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University Orthopaedic Center
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Orthopaedics - University Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John G. Skedros
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John G. Skedros?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John G. 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 G. Skedros a top-rated expert for Bursitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John G. 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 G. Skedros specialize in?
While Dr. John G. Skedros is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Bursitis, Brachial Plexopathy, and Frozen Shoulder. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. John G. Skedros participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John G. Skedros has published 84 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bursitis. You can view a list of Dr. John G. 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 G. Skedros accept my insurance?
Dr. John G. 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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- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Skedros isAdvanced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- 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.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Compartment SyndromeDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Compartment Syndrome.
- DiskitisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Diskitis.
- EndoscopyDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Erb's PalsyDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Erb's Palsy.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- Hereditary Neuralgic AmyotrophyDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Hypermobile JointsDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Hypermobile Joints.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- OsteoporosisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Pigmented Villonodular SynovitisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis.
- Septic ArthritisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Septic Arthritis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- TendinitisDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Skedros isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
