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4.5 out of 5

307 Patient Ratings
28 Patient Comments

W. Bradford Rockwell, M.D.

Chief, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Bio

Chief, Division of Plastic Surgery
Program Director, Plastic Surgery Residency
University Health Care

Dr. Bradford Rockwell is a Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Utah and the Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Utah Health Sciences Center. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is an oral board examiner for the certification process. A native of Massachusetts, he graduated from Harvard University and Washington University School of Medicine. His general surgery training was served at Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis, postgraduate research at Massachusetts General Hospital, and his plastic surgery training completed at the University of Rochester in New York.

In addition to Board Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Rockwell is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Burn Association, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Plastic Surgery Research Council. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Rockwell is involved in plastic surgery education through his position as Program Director of Plastic Surgery Resident Education at the University of Utah.

On a personal level, Dr. Rockwell enjoys supporting the winning traditions of the University of Utah athletic teams. In the summer, he enjoys cycling and racket sports, having participated in tennis and squash at Harvard. Having learned to ski on the icy slopes of New Hampshire, the soft powder of Utah was a welcomed change.

Locations

Schedule An Appointment Clinical Office Address
(801) 585-3253 Madsen Health Center
555 Foothill Blvd
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Map
(801) 585-3253 University Hospital
Plastic Surgery, Clinic 5
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
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Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Surgery - Professor
Academic Divisions Plastic Surgery
Board Certification American Board of Plastic Surgery
American Board of Plastic Surgery (Sub: Hand Surg)
National Board of Medical Examiners

Patient Ratings

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

Likelihood of recommending doctor
4.5
My confidence in doctor
4.5
Time doctor spent with me
4.5
Doctor spoke using clear language
4.6
Doctor's effort to include me in decisions
4.5
Doctor's concern for questions & worries
4.4
Doctor's explanation of condition/problem
4.5
Wait time at clinic
4.1
Doctor's friendliness and courtesy
4.6

Patient Comments

Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

June 06, 2013

I'm always asked for recommendations on Plastic Surgeons I always recommend Dr. Rockwell above anyone else. I've had a few average and one horrible doctor in this field I would not go to anyone else at this point.

June 03, 2013

Dr. Rockwell takes whatever time is needed to make sure I understand my post-care before I leave his office. He explains the reasons for the care in great detail to me. I trust Dr. Rockwell completely and have had two surgeries with him because of his great care pre, during, and post process. He is a very caring doctor and wants your surgery to be as successful as you do. I always enjoy meeting with Dr. Rockwell because he puts my mind at ease, and he is a pleasant man to talk to. If I consider another surgery, I will not hesitate to call Dr. Rockwell. Lastly, I have passed around Dr. Rockwell's card and have told many people about him. I believe Dr. Rockwell is one of the best, if not the best, plastic surgeon in the valley.

May 27, 2013

Dr. Rockwell already has done some work on me. He is top notch.

May 13, 2013

This was a cosmetic appointment and I usually know what I like done but this time the provider suggested another tactic and my results are even better than before.

April 15, 2013

Dr Rockwell was great! He has been a wonderful doctor from the very start. He does great work as well.

March 13, 2013

Had an infection, but my dermatologist helped me with it instead of the surgeon. I was a little disappointed with Dr. Rockwell's laid back approach to not needing anything for my surgical wound. He has done this for a long time however and I know he knows more than I do about healing.

March 04, 2013

I always appreciate Dr. Rockwell taking the time to listen to my concerns and explain things very well.

February 25, 2013

Dr. Rockwell always spends plenty of time with me answering questions and adding comments based on his years of experience in the plastic surgery field.

February 25, 2013

communication between patient and all the parties that were involved in her care taking was poor.

December 31, 2012

We knew we needed a follow up (from the initial hospital ER visit). What we were there for was entirely different than what we had been told the follow up was going to be about. Thought we were coming for a cast, and possible manipulation. Were told when there that surgery was not necessary. Total surprise. Information and care was good at appointment, but not at all what we were expecting.

December 03, 2012

to expensive

November 28, 2012

He made sure that we understood everything

November 27, 2012

Dr. Rockwell was very professional. Answered all of my questions and did so in a very kind manner.

November 26, 2012

Doctor Rockwell is very thorough and professional. What I appreciated the most was the methodical & caring way he explained things, and brought in other resources and doctors to make sure the best care and solution was being provided. I am very satisfied with Doctor Rockwell.

November 12, 2012

excellent communications, superb outcome to date.

November 05, 2012

Dr. Rockwell is a wonderful doctor. I would recommend him to anyone.

October 15, 2012

Dr. Rockwell saw me for a minor post-surgical problem that he easily fixed, since my Dr. was out of town. Dr. Agarwal was kind enough to contact him and make arrangements beforehand.

October 15, 2012

the doc. wouldn't answer our questions very promptly and he felt like we had to some what decipher what he was telling us. he did good surgery work but his patient doc. interaction could use some work..

September 17, 2012

I have already recommended this doctor to others, and I am planning to return to have my eyes done. Dr. Rockwell is very patient, knowledgeable, and speaks to you honestly. I feel very comfortable asking him any question (s) I have bothering me.

August 09, 2012

Dr. Rockwell is amazing! I feel I can talk to him about anything and feel comfortable doing so. He takes time and explains everything that needs to be done. I would recommend him to anyone if need be.

July 24, 2012

good

July 16, 2012

I felt very confident after meeting with Dr. Rockwell; I'm sure he will do an excellent job. Also, he is very professional and will have to fix the other plastic surgeon's mistakes. I look forward to working with Dr. Rockwell.

June 03, 2012

I could never say enough about the kindness and patience Dr. Rockwell showed me during my consultation visit. I have EVERY confidence in having Dr. Rockwell perform the procedure in which, we together, decided upon. Prior to my appointment with Dr. Rockwell, I had done in-depth research regarding procedure options for which I might be a candidate. After my consultation with Dr. Rockwell, he helped me understand the options that were appropriate for my desired outcome--AND my fear factor of anesthesia! My experience with Dr. Rockwell is well beyond: Very Good.

April 25, 2012

I am so happy and confident with Dr Rockwell and his staff that I am considering a procedure that I would be financially responsible for. I come up to Salt Lake City from St George for this great care and expertise. This is all worth it to me.

March 30, 2012

Dr Rockwell is wonderful, a great doctor

March 09, 2012

We liked meeting with Dr Rockwell, and thought he was very knowledgeable about Lyla's foot. He gave us answers to some questions we thought we would never get. I did feel like we had to insist on the surgery though, because he said that she could live life without needing it, and I felt like that was an uncertainty due to the unknown status of the bones in her foot and the buldge that I was worried about.

January 25, 2012

Dr. Rockwell was wonderful with my daughter. He did a very fine job!

January 13, 2012

very good