J. Robinson Singleton,
MD
Languages Spoken: English
Labs: Website
J. Robinson Singleton, MD is Director of the Neurophysiology Laboratory at the Salt Lake City Veterans Administration Hospital. He teaches neuromuscular disease diagnosis and electrodiagnostic techniques to neurology, physical medicine, and rehabilitation residents, and has helped train 15 neuromuscular fellows. Dr. Singleton also serves on the Centers for Translational and Clinical Science Advisory Board, and is a grant review panelist for the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke and the American Diabetes Association.
Clinical Locations
Clinical Neurosciences Center
801-585-7575
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Neurology
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Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Neuromuscular |
| Board Certification | American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Sub: Clinical Neurophysiology) American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology) |
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
4.7/ 5
Care provider spoke using clear language
4.7/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.5/ 5
My confidence in care provider
4.7/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.6/ 5
Wait time at clinic
3.9/ 5
Time care provider spent with me
4.7/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.5/ 5
Care provider's friendliness and courtesy
4.7/ 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 26, 2018
Even though the wait time to see Dr. Singleton was longer than usual, I totally understand and feel the value of the wait--he always spends whatever time is needed with me and is never rushed or anxious to get to the next patient.
UofU Patient
March 23, 2018
Dr Singleton has always been very candid, thorough, and patient. I sincerely appreciate his comprehension and expertise of my medical problems. He listens, responds, discusses, and makes good recommendations. I very much appreciate access to his expertise.
UofU Patient
November 13, 2017
I like quick, calm,cool, still o.k.
UofU Patient
July 11, 2017
I've been impressed with how thorough the visit is. He never seems rushed to move on like some doctors do.
UofU Patient
February 22, 2017
Great experience with the entire staff starting from the registration desk and ending with the doctor. The only issue was the wait time.
UofU Patient
August 28, 2015
I am very impressed with everyone at the clinic. They spent a lot of time asking questions, examination, and course of treatment. Very impressed.
UofU Patient
August 22, 2015
He was very nice, but had to be honest in explaining that an error had been made in scheduling me to see him instead of Dr. Patel. So my trip to SLC was pretty much a waste. He was apologetic and understanding about my disappointment.
UofU Patient
July 10, 2015
Was very impressed with the knowledge and concern of Doctors.
UofU Patient
May 22, 2015
very good experience. care provider spent lots of time going over a plan to help with my condition.
UofU Patient
December 11, 2014
I felt heard, cared about, and conversed with/from Dr. Singleton is a very compassionate manner.
UofU Patient
December 04, 2014
The doctor spent a reasonable amount of time discussing my personal and family medical history to determine the nature/cause of my condition. He also spent a reasonable amount of time discussing previous tests and the nature of my condition, however, I think the would have been a little clearer and easier to understand with some sort of visual/graphic aid.
UofU Patient
July 20, 2014
I have already recommended two friends.
UofU Patient
May 20, 2014
I was very relieved by the kindness I recieved from everyone there.
UofU Patient
March 28, 2014
I was impressed that the doctor and his staff spent so much time with me. I'm used to seeing the doctor for about 10 minutes. I felt like they were very thorough and answered all my concerns and questions. Time will tell if we will be able to determine the cause of my problems.
UofU Patient
November 21, 2013
I really appreciate that the provider took time to review my records and understand the situation. He also did a great job explaining everything to me.
UofU Patient
October 31, 2013
Dr Singleton spent a lot of time with me going over the results of my EMG, which I greatly appreciated. I thought that I might have to wait for the referring MD to talk to me about the results. Dr Singleton is very kind and explains things well.
UofU Patient
May 14, 2013
Excellent
UofU Patient
May 03, 2013
Dr. Singleton & Dr. Gibson have exceeded my expectations. I have already discussed how exceptional they are with my family physician (Craig Julien, MD)(20 plus years). I've seen several neurologist not associated with the University of Utah, I was not impressed with any of them. I search out my retired Orthopedic Surgeon's PA, Jared Spackman, P.A. for the name of a good Neurologist. He recommended Dr. Singleton. Thank you, Dr. Singleton for the excellent training you ar providing Dr. Gibson (and I'm sure others). Thank you, Dr. Gibson for your excellent treatment.
UofU Patient
March 24, 2013
I had an amazing experience, and so appreciated the time spent with me by Dr. Singleton.
UofU Patient
March 07, 2013
Outstanding in office care.
UofU Patient
January 14, 2013
Both Dr Onofrei and Dr Singleton were exceptional in engaging me in conversation and addressing my concerns and their understanding and recommendations
UofU Patient
November 23, 2012
Dr Singleton is a very professional Doctor. We also really appreciated Dr Gibson.
UofU Patient
October 04, 2012
We couldn't ask for better care givers.
UofU Patient
September 22, 2012
The PA was very good. Dr. Singleton was fantastic. His bedside manner was excellent. He explained my situation perfectly, and I have the highest confidence in his diagnosis. Everyone treated me with the utmost respect, courtesy, and concern.
UofU Patient
July 12, 2012
We were so impressed that we truly felt the long drive and expense of the hotel rooms were well worth the trip. HE gave us a lot of information and solutions that we are going to try and implement over the next few months. I am grateful for the my chart
UofU Patient
July 05, 2012
good
UofU Patient
June 28, 2012
Dr. Singleton is marvelous.
UofU Patient
March 12, 2012
Dr. Singleton was amazing
UofU Patient
February 13, 2012
Excellent individual care by staff, and especially effective care from "team" of resident, staff doc, and other helpers.
UofU Patient
January 30, 2012
I'm always very impressed by the level of care and attention given.
UofU Patient
January 23, 2012
So far Im very pleased and impressed with the physicians that are treating me.
I am a neuromuscular specialist with expertise in clinical investigation of metabolic nerve and muscle disease. My research has focused on the relationship between early hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, obesity and length dependent nerve injury. Our research group established an epidemiological link between otherwise idiopathic sensory predominant neuropathy and prediabetes, identified obesity and hypertriglyceridemia as risk factors for diabetic neuropathy independent of glucose control, and showed that small fiber aspects of prediabetic neuropathy improve with diet and exercise. We developed and validated a clinical exam scale for sensory predominant neuropathy, the Utah Early Neuropathy Scale, and showed that skin biopsy for intraepidermal nerve fiber density (IENFD) determination is a sensitive measure of the painful, small fiber predominant neuropathy that is among the most common early complications of type I diabetes. We have shown that reduced IENFD predicts progression to clinical neuropathy symptoms in patients with diabetes. We have adapted IENFD following capsaicin axotomy to demonstrate that metabolic syndrome inhibits cutaneous reinnervation, and that intensive diet counseling and observed exercise improves reinnervation rate in these patients. We have received NIH funds to study lifestyle intervention to prevent neuropathy in patients with diabetes. I have had continuous NIH funding for 15 years, and have used the Utah GCRC and CCTS as an Investigator since 2001. As Director of the Utah CCTS Clinical Services Core I oversee the 140 adult and pediatric human study protocols currently using the CSC. In this role I have developed a predictive and tracking instrument for nursing effort and protocol acuity, integrated the CCTS protocol and IRB applications, and expanded CCTS outreach to the Intermountain Health Care affiliated Primary Children's Medical Center and non-medical University departments that conduct human subject research.
Academic Locations
School of Medicine
801-581-6873
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Neurology
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Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Neuromuscular |
| Board Certification | American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Sub: Clinical Neurophysiology) American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology) |
Education History
| Research Fellow | University of Michigan Neurology Research Fellow |
| Fellowship | University of Michigan Fellow |
| Residency | University of Michigan Hospitals Neurology Resident |
| Internship | Boston City Hospital Intern |
| Professional Medical | University of Colorado M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Davidson College History B.A. |