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Michelle Keown Sorweid
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Michelle Keown Sorweid, DO, MPH

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

Clinical Locations

Madsen Health Center

Geriatric Care Clinic
801-581-8000
  • Michelle Sorweid, DO, MPH is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Geriatrics. She obtained her Bachelor's of Science degree in Biological Sciences from the University of South Carolina in 2004, graduating from the South Carolina Honors College Magna cum Laude. She subsequently obtained her Master's degree in Public Health from Columbia University in New York, New York with a focus in Aging and Public Health. Her Master's thesis was on evaluating cognitive impairment in the community dwelling elderly.

    Dr. Sorweid attended medical school at the University of North Texas- Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth, Texas.

    She completed Internal Medicine residency in 2014 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Denver, Colorado and pursued her Geriatrics training at the University of Utah. She completed her clinical fellowship in 2015 and was selected for a VAMC Advanced Research Fellowship from 2015-2016 where she developed and completed a VA-sponsored research study with caregivers of veterans enrolled in a proactive telehealth cognitive evaluation program. Dr. Sorweid also completed a mini-fellowship at the University of Utah Cognitive Disorders clinic in 2015 where she trained with the state's renowned cognitive neurologists.

    In July of 2016, Dr. Sorweid became full-time faculty in the Division of Geriatrics in the School of Medicine at the University of Utah Health Science Center . As of July 2020, she is the medical director of the University of Utah's Aging Brain Care Program, which offers evaluation, diagnosis and ongoing management of cognitive complaints and disorders. She also focuses on multidisciplinary efforts to improve age-friendly health care and was awarded a Center on Aging Pilot Grant in Innovations in 2021. She is the Principal investigator for clinical trials and is focusing on research to improve care for those with cognitive impairment.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Geriatric Medicine)

    Patient Rating

    4.7 /5
    ( out of 115 reviews )

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    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

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    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    August 12, 2023
    MADSEN HEALTH CENTER

    Very thorough in all aspects

    July 21, 2023
    MADSEN HEALTH CENTER

    I felt really lucky I got her after I read her report.. Thank you your very important in the process

    July 17, 2023
    MADSEN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Sorweid has been the physician for our family for a number of years. She cared for my husband until he passed. Then she took me over. I have been very pleased with the care she has given me and I intend to keep seeing her as long as I live.

    July 16, 2023
    MADSEN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Sorweid is the best, she is patient, kind, takes time to answer questions, makes good suggestions, and respects my decisions about medications and treatment. I am very happy to have found her.

    July 14, 2023
    MADSEN HEALTH CENTER

    She is one of the best Dr's we have ever been to. We feel fortunate to have found this gem of a doctor to help my wife and her family, including me cope with our new circumstances.. Highly regarded by us....

    July 09, 2023
    MADSEN HEALTH CENTER

    She was very sensitive to our needs and feeling about the results of the test, yet honest in her assessment and outcome. She answered our questions and took time to help us understand and accept the situation. she was not in any hurry but was willing to spend the time needed to help and support. She also provide additional support and guidance that helped us move forward.

    July 08, 2023
    MADSEN HEALTH CENTER

    She is a great doctor who is very knowledgeable listens carefully and provides great advice.

    May 08, 2023
    MADSEN HEALTH CENTER

    She is a consumate professional and as a patient, I have absolute faith in her decisions regarding my care.

    May 08, 2023
    MADSEN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Sorweid is a careful listener and highly prepared to discuss my medical findings and next steps. She is approachable and sensitive to my needs. I would recommend her to anyone who has similar medical needs.

  • Michelle Sorweid, DO, MPH is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Geriatrics. She obtained her Bachelor's of Science degree in Biological Sciences from the University of South Carolina in 2004, graduating from the South Carolina Honors College Magna cum Laude. She subsequently obtained her Master's degree in Public Health from Columbia University in New York, New York with a focus in Aging and Public Health. Her Master's thesis was on evaluating cognitive impairment in the community dwelling elderly.

    Dr. Sorweid attended medical school at the University of North Texas- Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth, Texas.

    She completed Internal Medicine residency in 2014 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Denver, Colorado and pursued her Geriatrics training at the University of Utah. She completed her clinical fellowship in 2015 and was selected for a VAMC Advanced Research Fellowship from 2015-2016 where she developed and completed a VA-sponsored research study with caregivers of veterans enrolled in a proactive telehealth cognitive evaluation program. Dr. Sorweid also completed a mini-fellowship at the University of Utah Cognitive Disorders clinic in 2015 where she trained with the state's renowned cognitive neurologists.

    In July of 2016, Dr. Sorweid became full-time faculty in the Division of Geriatrics in the School of Medicine at the University of Utah Health Science Center . As of July 2020, she is the medical director of the University of Utah's Aging Brain Care Program, which offers evaluation, diagnosis and ongoing management of cognitive complaints and disorders. She also focuses on multidisciplinary efforts to improve age-friendly health care and was awarded a Center on Aging Pilot Grant in Innovations in 2021. She is the Principal investigator for clinical trials and is focusing on research to improve care for those with cognitive impairment.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Internal Medicine -Primary
    Academic Divisions Geriatrics
    Board Certification
    American Board of Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Geriatric Medicine)

    Education history

    Fellowship Geriatrics - University of Utah Fellow
    Internal Medicine - Exempla Saint Joseph Hospital Resident
    Professional Medical Osteopathic Medicine - University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine D.O.
    Sociomedical Science - Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health M.P.H.
    Undergraduate Biology; Minor: Dance - University of South Carolina B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Schliep KC, Barbeau WA, Lynch KE, Sorweid MK, Varner MW, Foster NL, Qeadan F (2022). Overall and sex-specific risk factors for subjective cognitive decline: findings from the 2015-2018 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Survey. Biol Sex Differ, 13(1), 16. (Read full article)
    2. Hajjar IM, Keown M, Lewis P, Almor A (2008). Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors and cognitive and functional decline in patients with Alzheimer's disease: an observational study. Am J Alzheimers Dis Other Demen, 23(1), 77-83. (Read full article)
    3. Hajjar I, Keown M, Frost B (2005). Antihypertensive agents for aging patients who are at risk for cognitive dysfunction. Curr Hypertens Rep, 7(6), 466-73. (Read full article)

    Review

    1. Hong A, Welch-Stockton J, Kim JY, Canham SL, Greer V, Sorweid M (2023). Age-Friendly Community Interventions for Health and Social Outcomes: A Scoping Review. [Review]. Int J Environ Res Public Health, 20(2554).

    Abstract

    1. C Davies, M Sorweid, N L Foster (2023). Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis Delays the Recognition of Frontotemporal Dementia [Abstract]. 71, S1-S398.
    2. Sorweid M, Supiano M (2022). So far away: Rural individuals' access to a cognitive care specialty program [Abstract]. 70, S187.
    3. Sorweid M, Foster NL, He Y, Supiano M (2022). Bridging the Gap: Improving access for underrepresented minorities in a specialty cognitive care program [Abstract]. 70, S94.
    4. Keown M (2012). Streptococcous Anginosus in a Young Man With Cerebral Abscesses [Abstract]. Rocky Mountain Symposium.
    5. Keown MR, Hajjar IM, Boland R (2005). The antihypertensive and cognitive function in elderly with Alzheimer's Disease (ACED) Study [Abstract].