Patrick E. Greis
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Patrick E. Greis, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

University Orthopaedic Center

Salt Lake City
801-587-7109

  • Dr. Patrick Greis, Board Certified Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, joined the Department of Orthopaedics in March of 1997 and specializes in sports medicine, knee and shoulder surgery. His interests include all aspects of knee and shoulder surgery, including arthroscopic surgery, ACL reconstruction, shoulder instability, rotator cuff issues, arthritis of the shoulder, and the treatment of sports-related injuries. Dr. Greis’ research interests include evaluation of rotator cuff function, rotator cuff reconstruction, and the evaluation of clinical results of ACL reconstruction. Trained at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Dr. Greis completed a residency at the University of Pittsburgh, and a sports medicine fellowship at the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Vail, Colorado. Dr. Greis practices at the University of Utah Orthopaedic Center and is availible in clinic on Tuesday and Friday.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (Sub: Sports Medicine)

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 173 reviews )

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    February 22, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr. Greis and Dr. Kali are a wonderful team. Dr. Greis was very kind and understanding. He offered solutions, empathy, humor, solutions. Like I said about Dr. Kali, Dr. Greis is phenomenal too. Please consider him for higher leadership and a raise. I would love to see them be a liason for the veterans needing care at the U of U. They are both special, and it needs to be recognized. More especially in this day and age. Thank you. I have been nervous about this whole operation, and after leaving their office, I feel I'm in good hands. Thank you.

    February 13, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr. Greis was amazing. My visits with him were short, concise, and to the point. His explanations and answers to my questions were clear and easy to understand. Though I feared the surgery, Dr. Greis helped me decide to go forward with the procedure with confidence. Thank you, Dr. Greis, for successfully performing this procedure. I can now look forward to getting back to the active lifestyle that I love.

    February 08, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Salty. Great. Top notch.

    February 05, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr Greis is amazing! He is kind, patient, he listens, he doesn¿t rush you. He explained my upcoming surgery in easy terms! I trust him completely and am happy he¿s my surgeon!

    January 14, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Excellent. I'm in good hands here and have complete faith.

    January 11, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    As I have already said above. I've always had a good experience. It means a lot to me. When I am listened to and my feelings are validated.

    January 11, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    My surgery was successful and I attribute that to Dr. Greis and his entire team.

    December 17, 2023
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    He's caring, concerned and dedicated to his patients. Great bedside manner!!

    December 15, 2023
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr. Greis always listens to me and my concerns. He has done two shoulder surgeries on me and they are both doing great. I highly recommend Dr. Greis he's the BEST!

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  • Dr. Patrick Greis, Board Certified Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, joined the Department of Orthopaedics in March of 1997 and specializes in sports medicine, knee and shoulder surgery. His interests include all aspects of knee and shoulder surgery, including arthroscopic surgery, ACL reconstruction, shoulder instability, rotator cuff issues, arthritis of the shoulder, and the treatment of sports-related injuries. Dr. Greis’ research interests include evaluation of rotator cuff function, rotator cuff reconstruction, and the evaluation of clinical results of ACL reconstruction. Trained at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Dr. Greis completed a residency at the University of Pittsburgh, and a sports medicine fellowship at the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Vail, Colorado. Dr. Greis practices at the University of Utah Orthopaedic Center and is availible in clinic on Tuesday and Friday.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics -Primary
    Physical Therapy & Athletic Training -Adjunct
    Board Certification
    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (Sub: Sports Medicine)

    Education history

    Fellowship Shoulder and Knee Arthroscopy: Sports Medicine - Steadman Hawkins Clinic Fellow
    Orthopedic Surgery - University Health Center of Pittsburgh Resident
    Internship Orthopedic Surgery - University Health Center of Pittsburgh Intern
    Medicine - University of Michigan M.D.
    Undergraduate Chemistry/Cellular and Molecular Biology - University of Michigan B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Chalmers PN, Beck L, Miller M, Kawakami J, Dukas AG, Burks RT, Greis PE, Tashjian RZ (2020). Acromial morphology is not associated with rotator cuff tearing or repair healing. J Shoulder Elbow Surg, 29(11), 2229-2239. (Read full article)
    2. Tashjian RZ, Shin J, Broschinsky K, Yeh CC, Martin B, Chalmers PN, Greis PE, Burks RT, Zhang Y (2020). Minimal clinically important differences in the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, Simple Shoulder Test, and visual analog scale pain scores after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. J Shoulder Elbow Surg, 29(7), 1406-1411. (Read full article)
    3. ONeill DC, Christensen G, Kawakami J, Burks RT, Greis PE, Tashjian RZ, Chalmers PN (2020). Revision anterior glenohumeral instability: is arthroscopic treatment an option? JSES Int, 4(2), 287-291. (Read full article)
    4. Chalmers PN, Uffman W, Christensen G, Greis P, Aoki S, Nelson R, Yoo M, Tashjian RZ (2020). A single-institution analysis of factors affecting costs in the arthroscopic treatment of glenohumeral instability. JSES Int, 4(2), 297-301. (Read full article)
    5. Knapik DM, Salata MJ, Voos JE, Greis PE, Karns MR (2020). Role of the Meniscofemoral Ligaments in the Stability of the Posterior Lateral Meniscus Root After Injury in the ACL-Deficient Knee. JBJS Rev, 8(1), e0071. (Read full article)
    6. Uffmann WJ, Christensen GV, Yoo M, Nelson RE, Greis PE, Burks RT, Tashjian RZ, Chalmers PN (2019). A Cost-Minimization Analysis of Intraoperative Costs in Arthroscopic Bankart Repair, Open Latarjet, and Distal Tibial Allograft. Orthop J Sports Med, 7(11), 2325967119882001. (Read full article)
    7. Karns MR, Jones DL, Todd DC, Maak TG, Aoki SK, Burks RT, Yoo M, Nelson RE, Greis PE (2018). Patient- and Procedure-Specific Variables Driving Total Direct Costs of Outpatient Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Orthop J Sports Med, 6(8), 2325967118788543. (Read full article)
    8. Tashjian RZ, Belisle J, Baran S, Granger EK, Nelson RE, Burks RT, Greis PE (2018). Factors influencing direct clinical costs of outpatient arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery. J Shoulder Elbow Surg, 27(2), 237-241. (Read full article)
    9. Robins RJ, Daruwalla JH, Gamradt SC, McCarty EC, Dragoo JL, Hancock RE, Guy JA, Cotsonis GA, Xerogeanes JW, ASP Collaborative Group, Tuman JM, Tibone JE, Javernick MA, Yochem EM, Boden SA, Pilato A, Miley JH, Greis PE (2017). Return to Play After Shoulder Instability Surgery in National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Intercollegiate Football Athletes. Am J Sports Med, 45(10), 2329-2335. (Read full article)
    10. Tashjian RZ, Erickson GA, Robins RJ, Zhang Y, Burks RT, Greis PE (2017). Influence of Preoperative Musculotendinous Junction Position on Rotator Cuff Healing After Double-Row Repair. Arthroscopy, 33(6), 1159-1166. (Read full article)
    11. Robins RJ, Anderson MB, Zhang Y, Presson AP, Burks RT, Greis PE (2017). Convergent Validity of the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System's Physical Function Computerized Adaptive Test for the Knee and Shoulder Injury Sports Medicine Patient Population. Arthroscopy, 33(3), 608-616. (Read full article)
    12. Tashjian RZ, Lilly DT, Isaacson AM, Georgopoulos CE, Bettwieser SP, Burks RT, Greis PE, Presson AP, Granger EK, Zhang Y (2016). Incidence of and Risk Factors for Symptomatic Venous Thromboembolism After Shoulder Arthroplasty. Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ), 45(6), E379-E385. (Read full article)
    13. Swenson JD, Davis JJ, Stream JO, Crim JR, Burks RT, Greis PE (2015). Local anesthetic injection deep to the fascia iliaca at the level of the inguinal ligament: the pattern of distribution and effects on the obturator nerve. J Clin Anesth, 27(8), 652-7. (Read full article)
    14. Potter MQ, Wylie JD, Granger EK, Greis PE, Burks RT, Tashjian RZ (2015). One-year Patient-reported Outcomes After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair Do Not Correlate With Mild to Moderate Psychological Distress. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 473(11), 3501-10. (Read full article)
    15. Potter MQ, Wylie JD, Greis PE, Burks RT, Tashjian RZ (2014). Psychological distress negatively affects self-assessment of shoulder function in patients with rotator cuff tears. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 472(12), 3926-32. (Read full article)
    16. Daruwalla JH, Greis PE, Hancock R, ASP Collaborative Group, Xerogeanes JW (2014). Rates and Determinants of Return to Play After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in NCAA Division 1 College Football Athletes: A Study of the ACC, SEC, and PAC-12 Conferences. Orthop J Sports Med, 2(8), 2325967114543901. (Read full article)
    17. Tashjian RZ, Hung M, Burks RT, Greis PE (2013). Influence of preoperative musculotendinous junction position on rotator cuff healing using single-row technique. Arthroscopy, 29(11), 1748-54. (Read full article)
    18. Thackeray EM, Swenson JD, Gertsch MC, Phillips KM, Steele JW, Burks RT, Tashjian RZ, Greis PE (2013). Diaphragm function after interscalene brachial plexus block: a double-blind, randomized comparison of 0.25% and 0.125% bupivacaine. J Shoulder Elbow Surg, 22(3), 381-6. (Read full article)
    19. Davis JJ, Buck NS, Swenson JD, Johnson KB, Greis PE (2011). Serotonin syndrome manifesting as patient movement during total intravenous anesthesia with propofol and remifentanil. J Clin Anesth, 25(1), 52-4. (Read full article)
    20. Hardy JC, Hung M, Snow BJ, Martin CL, Tashjian RZ, Burks RT, Greis PE (2013). Blood transfusion associated with shoulder arthroplasty. J Shoulder Elbow Surg, 22(2), 233-9. (Read full article)
    21. Davis JJ, Buck NS, Swenson JD, Johnson KB, Greis PE (2/1/2013). Serotonin syndrome manifesting as patient movement during total intravenous anesthesia with propofol and remifentanil. J Clin Anesth, 1, 52-4.
    22. Greis PE, Koch BS, Adams B (2012). Tibialis anterior or posterior allograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction versus hamstring autograft reconstruction: an economic analysis in a hospital-based outpatient setting. Arthroscopy, 28(11), 1695-701. (Read full article)
    23. Snow BJ, Wilcox JJ, Burks RT, Greis PE (2012). Evaluation of muscle size and fatty infiltration with MRI nine to eleven years following hamstring harvest for ACL reconstruction. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 94(14), 1274-82. (Read full article)
    24. Southam JD, Greis PE (2012). Delayed, transient musculocutaneous nerve palsy after the Latarjet procedure. J Shoulder Elbow Surg, 21(5), e8-11. (Read full article)
    25. Bergeson AG, Tashjian RZ, Greis PE, Crim J, Stoddard GJ, Burks RT (2012). Effects of platelet-rich fibrin matrix on repair integrity of at-risk rotator cuff tears. Am J Sports Med, 40(2), 286-93. (Read full article)
    26. Kamath GV, Redfern JC, Greis PE, Burks RT (2011). Revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Am J Sports Med, 39(1), 199-217. (Read full article)
    27. Crim J, Burks R, Manaster BJ, Hanrahan C, Hung M, Greis P (2010). Temporal evolution of MRI findings after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. AJR Am J Roentgenol, 195(6), 1361-6. (Read full article)
    28. Crim J, Burks RT, Manaster BJ, Hanrahan C, Hung M, Greis PE (12/1/2010). Temporal evoluation of MRI findings after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. AJR Am J Roentgenol, 195(6), 1361-1366.
    29. Petron DJ, Greis PE, Aoki SK, Black S, Krete D, Sohagia KB, Burks R (2010). Use of knee magnetic resonance imaging by primary care physicians in patients aged 40 years and older. Sports Health, 2(5), 385-90. (Read full article)
    30. Hollis R, West H, Greis PE, Burks RT (2009). Autologous bone effects on femoral tunnel widening in hamstring anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. J Knee Surg, 22(2), 114-119..
    31. Davis JJ, Swenson JD, Greis PE, Burks RT, Tashjian RZ (2009). Interscalene block for postoperative analgesia using only ultrasound guidance: the outcome in 200 patients. J Clin Anesth, 21(4), 272-7. (Read full article)
    32. Hollis R, West H, Greis P, Brown N, Burks R (2009). Autologous bone effects on femoral tunnel widening in hamstring anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. J Knee Surg, 22(2), 114-9. (Read full article)
    33. Burks RT, Crim J, Brown N, Fink B, Greis PE (2009). A prospective randomized clinical trial comparing arthroscopic single- and double-row rotator cuff repair: magnetic resonance imaging and early clinical evaluation. Am J Sports Med, 37(4), 674-82. (Read full article)
    34. Gerber JP, Marcus RL, Dibble LE, Greis PE, Burks RT, LaStayo PC (2009). The use of eccentrically-biased resistance exercise to mitigate muscle impairments following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. A short review. Sports Health, 1(1), 31-38.
    35. Gerber JP, Marcus RL, Dibble LE, Greis PE, Burks RT, LaStayo PC (2009). Effects of early progressive eccentric exercise on muscle size and function after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a 1-year follow-up study of a randomized clinical trial. Phys Ther, 89(1), 51-9. (Read full article)
    36. Greis PE, Legrand A, Burks RT (2008). Bilateral shoulder chondrolysis following arthroscopy. A report of two cases. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 90(6), 1338-44. (Read full article)
    37. Beck P, Brown NA, Greis PE, Burks RT (2007). Patellofemoral contact pressures and lateral patellar translation after medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction. Am J Sports Med, 35(9), 1557-63. (Read full article)
    38. Bryan NA, Swenson JD, Greis PE, Burks RT (2007). Indwelling interscalene catheter use in an outpatient setting for shoulder surgery: technique, efficacy, and complications. J Shoulder Elbow Surg, 16(4), 388-95. (Read full article)
    39. Gerber JP, Marcus RL, Dibble LE, Greis PE, Burks RT, LaStayo PC (2007). Effects of early progressive eccentric exercise on muscle structure after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 89(3), 559-70. (Read full article)
    40. Dienst M, Greis PE, Ellis BJ, Bachus KN, Burks RT (2007). Effect of lateral meniscal allograft sizing on contact mechanics of the lateral tibial plateau: an experimental study in human cadaveric knee joints. Am J Sports Med, 35(1), 34-42. (Read full article)
    41. Gerber JP, Marcus RL, Dibble LE, Greis PE, Burks RT, Lastayo PC (2007). Safety, feasibility, and efficacy of negative work exercise via eccentric muscle activity following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther, 37(1), 10-8. (Read full article)
    42. Swenson JD, Bay N, Loose E, Bankhead B, Davis J, Beals TC, Bryan NA, Burks RT, Greis PE (2006). Outpatient management of continuous peripheral nerve catheters placed using ultrasound guidance: an experience in 620 patients. Anesth Analg, 103(6), 1436-43. (Read full article)
    43. Lahav A, Burks RT, Greis PE, Chapman AW, Ford GM, Fink BP (2006). Clinical outcomes following osteochondral autologous transplantation (OATS). J Knee Surg, 19(3), 169-73. (Read full article)
    44. Gerber JP, Marcus RL, Dibble LE, Greis PE, LaStayo PC (2006). Early application of negative work via eccentric ergometry following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a case report. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther, 36(5), 298-307. (Read full article)
    45. Burks RT, Greis PE, Arnoczky SP, Scher C (2006). The use of a single osteochondral autograft plug in the treatment of a large osteochondral lesion in the femoral condyle: an experimental study in sheep. Am J Sports Med, 34(2), 247-55. (Read full article)
    46. Greis PE, Lahav A (2006). Bilateral displaced "bucket handle" tears of the medial meniscus in a 16-year-old girl. J Knee Surg, 19(1), 41-4. (Read full article)
    47. Burks RT, Crim J, Fink BP, Boylan DN, Greis PE (2005). The effects of semitendinosus and gracilis harvest in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Arthroscopy, 21(10), 1177-85. (Read full article)
    48. Greis PE, Holmstrom MC, Bardana DD, Burks RT (2002). Meniscal injury: II. Management. J Am Acad Orthop Surg, 10(3), 177-87. (Read full article)
    49. Greis PE, Bardana DD, Holmstrom MC, Burks RT (2002). Meniscal injury: I. Basic science and evaluation. J Am Acad Orthop Surg, 10(3), 168-76. (Read full article)
    50. Greis PE, Burks RT, Bachus K, Luker MG (2001). The influence of tendon length and fit on the strength of a tendon-bone tunnel complex. A biomechanical and histologic study in the dog. Am J Sports Med, 29(4), 493-7. (Read full article)
    51. Greis PE, Dean M, Hawkins RJ (1996). Subscapularis tendon disruption after Bankart reconstruction for anterior instability. J Shoulder Elbow Surg, 5(3), 219-22. (Read full article)

    Review

    1. LeGrand AB, Greis PE, Dobbs RE, Burks RT (2007). MPFL reconstruction. [Review]. Sports Med Arthrosc Rev, 15(2), 72-7. (Read full article)
    2. Warner JJ, Greis PE (1998). The treatment of stiffness of the shoulder after repair of the rotator cuff. [Review]. Instr Course Lect, 47, 67-75. (Read full article)

    Book Chapter

    1. Greis PE, Burks RT (2003). Arthroscopic Menisectomy. In McGinty, Burkhaust, Jackson, Johnson, Richmond (Eds.), Operative Arthroscopy (3rd Edition, pp. 218-231).
    2. Greis PE, Weiss JR, Burks RT (2001). Gymnastics. In Fu FH; Stone DA (Ed.), Sports Injuries: Mechanisms, Preventation, Treatment (2nd Edition, pp. 468-482). Philadelphia, PA.
    3. Warner JJP, Greis PE (1997). Recurrent Anterior Instability. In Norris, Tom R. (Eds.), Orthopaedic Knowledge Update-Shoulder and Elbow (pp. 77-83). Rosemont, IL: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

    Abstract

    1. Greis, PE, Kuhn, JH, Schultheis, J, Hintermeister, R, Hawkins, RJ (1996). Validation of the Lift Off Test and Analysis of Subscapularis Activity During Maximal Internal Rotation [Abstract]. Ortho. Trans, 20(2), 428.

    Video/Film/CD/Web/Podcast

    1. Dobbs R, Greis PE, Burks RT (2008). MPFL Reconstruction. Academy Video Presentation. Encore Presentation. [Video]. San Francisco: AAOS.
    2. Dobbs R, Greis PE, West HS, Burks RT (2007). MPFL reconstruction. [Video]. San Francisco: AAOS.

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