
Languages Spoken: English
Dr. Speed specializes in the treatment of traumatic brain injury, mild brain injury, conversion disorder and inpatient rehabilitation. Dr. Speed is the medical director of the traumatic brain injury rehabilitation program at the University of Utah.
Clinical Locations
801-646-8000
Fax: (801) 585-3498
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Professor (Clinical) Community Physician Group - Affiliated Physician Nursing - Adjunct Professor Physical Therapy and Athletic Training - Adjunct Associate Professor |
Academic Divisions | Physicians |
Board Certification | American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider 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 care provider
4.8/ 5

Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.8/ 5

Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.7/ 5

Wait time at clinic
4.7/ 5

Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.8/ 5

Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
March 19, 2022
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Meeting with Dr. Speed throughout my recovery helps me stay grounded see the progress I am making in small increments over time.
UofU Patient
February 25, 2022
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
I have a great Doctor. Cares a lot.
UofU Patient
February 11, 2022
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Excellent
UofU Patient
November 22, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr. Speed is someone I have trust to advise me during my recovery. He has become someone I can confide in and share how I feel about a future that is different than what I had always envisioned.
UofU Patient
November 21, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr Speed is my hero. I feel very lucky to be a patient under his care.
UofU Patient
October 25, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Any unknowns were basically on my part. Dr. Speed and his staff were very concerned with getting it right.
UofU Patient
October 17, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr. John Speed is exceptional and really caring. I don't know where I'd be with out him. I have seen him for 15+ years. I am always helped with my issues. Even the staff is very good. I have recommended Dr. Speed to very many people. Thank you for implying the great Dr. Speed!
UofU Patient
October 10, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Always impressed by Dr. Speed
UofU Patient
October 06, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr Spped is amazing,and makes me feel validated
UofU Patient
September 04, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr. Speed is great!
UofU Patient
July 04, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
De Speed was able to ask Drew questions in a positive unthreatening manner.
UofU Patient
May 04, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr. Speed is a stabilizing factor in my ongoing recovery. His observations help me see progress in areas I might not notice without his feedback.
UofU Patient
April 03, 2021
PARKWAY HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
March 29, 2021
PARKWAY HEALTH CENTER
They were very good and very professional I would highly recommend them to anyone
UofU Patient
December 21, 2020
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
I always look forward to the time I spend with Dr. Speed. He understands me and my problem and we connect on many levels. He has a good way of helping me recognize my progress when I feel like I am stagnating.
UofU Patient
December 13, 2020
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
I have been going to Dr. speed forever and he has helped me so much. I love him.
UofU Patient
September 09, 2020
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr. Speed is very good at incorporating my needs and wants with his overall treatment plan. I feel that together, we came up with a path forward that we both agreed was the appropriate strategy for my condition. I appreciate being heard.
UofU Patient
August 04, 2020
PARKWAY HEALTH CENTER
good
UofU Patient
June 14, 2020
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
I love Dr. Speed!
UofU Patient
June 13, 2020
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr. Speed likes to say, "I'm not sure what good I am to you at this point in your recovery." Then, I come back and our appointment turns out to be the most valuable 30 minutes we have spent together as we explored how my CIDP has possibly manifest during the past 40 years. The time I spent with Dr. Speed was excellent preparation for my appointment with my neurologist next week.
UofU Patient
June 09, 2020
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr Speed & his staff are fantastic
Dr. Speed specializes in the treatment of traumatic brain injury, mild brain injury, conversion disorder and inpatient rehabilitation. Dr. Speed is the medical director of the traumatic brain injury rehabilitation program at the University of Utah.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Professor (Clinical) Community Physician Group - Affiliated Physician Nursing - Adjunct Professor Physical Therapy and Athletic Training - Adjunct Associate Professor |
Academic Divisions | Physicians |
Board Certification | American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation |
Research Interests
- Conversion Disorder
- Mild Brain Injury
Education History
Residency | University of Minnesota Hospitals Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Resident, 1987 |
Residency | Concord Repatriation General Hospital Rotating Residency Resident, 1983 |
Internship | Concord Repatriation General Hospital Rotating Internship Intern, 1982 |
Professional Medical | University of Sydney Medicine M.B.B.S., 1980 |
Undergraduate | University of Sydney Zoology B.S., 1976 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- English M, Speed J (2012). Effectiveness of Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation After Left Ventricular Assist Device Placement. Am J Phys Med Rehabil.
- Mooney G, Speed J, Sheppard S (2005). Factors Related to Recovery after Mild Traumatic Brain Injury. Brain Inj, Volume 19(Number 12), November 2005.
- Mooney G, Speed J, Sheppard S (2005). Factors related to recovery after mild traumatic brain injury. Brain Inj, 19(12), 975-87.
- Mooney G, Speed J (2001). The association between mild traumatic brain injury and psychiatric conditions. Brain Inj, 15(10), 865-77.
- Ellis K, Speed J, Balbierz JM (1998). Post-craniectomy intracranial hypotension: potential impact on rehabilitation. Brain Inj, 12(10), 895-9.
- Ellis KL, Speed J (1998). Pharmacologic management of movement disorder after midbrain haemorrhage. Brain Inj, 12(7), 623-8.
- Gooch JL, Wolcott R, Speed J (1997). Behavioral management of conversion disorder in children. Arch Phys Med Rehabil, 78(3), 264-8.
- Speed J (1996). Behavioral management of conversion disorder: retrospective study. Arch Phys Med Rehabil, 77(2), 147-54.
Review
- Mooney G, Speed J (2002). Interdisciplinary Challenges in the Treatment of Functional Disorders. [Review].
- Speed J, Mooney G (1997). Rehabilitation of Conversion Disorders: An Operant Approach. [Review]. NeuroRehabilitation, 8, 175-182.
- Mooney G, Speed J (1997). Differential Diagnosis in Mild Brain Injury: Understanding the Role of Non-Organic Conditions. [Review]. NeuroRehabilitation, 8, 223-233.
Global Impact
Education History
Residency | Concord Repatriation General Hospital Rotating Residency Resident |
Internship | Concord Repatriation General Hospital Rotating Internship Intern |
Professional Medical | University of Sydney Medicine M.B.B.S. |
Undergraduate | University of Sydney Zoology B.S. |