Nick Monson,
DO
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Dr. Nick Monson, Associate Professor, (clinical) is a board certified primary care sports medicine specialist within the Orthopedic Department of the University of Utah. Dr. Monson specializes in evaluation and treatment of spine, shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee and foot and ankle issues. He also has special interest in concussion management and treatment of chronic tendon issues. Dr. Monson utilizes ultrasound for diagnosis as well as for guidance of injections allowing for rapid assessment and treatment. He also specializes in performing spinal injection procedures using fluoroscopy.
Dr. Monson graduated Magna Cum Laude from Utah State University in Exercise Science and then attended medical school at Des Moines University in Iowa where he earned multiple academic awards. He completed residency at the University of Utah in Family Medicine followed by a fellowship in Sports Medicine also at the University of Utah. Dr. Monson serves as a team physician for the Utah Stars, Utah Jazz, US ski team, University of Utah Athletics, Salt Lake Community College as well as multiple local high schools and remains active in event coverage throughout the community. Dr. Monson also serves as the director of Orthopedics for the University of Utah’s Farmington Health Center.
Dr. Monson grew up overseas in Japan, England and Germany following his Dad who was a teacher and coach. He learned a passion for a wide spectrum of sports and human performance and remains active in athletics of all types. His special interest lies in keeping high level athletes, weekend warriors and those that sometimes enjoy watching sports at the top of their game.
Clinical Locations
801-213-3200
Fax: (801) 213-6775
Orthopaedic Injury Clinic
801-587-7109
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Orthopaedics
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Associate Professor (Clinical) Family & Preventive Medicine - Adjunct Assistant Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Family Medicine |
| Board Certification | American Board of Family Medicine American Board of Family Medicine (Sports Medicine) |
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
4.9/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.8/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.9/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.6/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.9/ 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
October 20, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Dr. Monson is engaging, kind and competent.
UofU Patient
October 20, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Dr Monson is the absolute best. He always explains all the options and provides insight into his recommendations. His osteopathic skills help me consistently. Great patient care
UofU Patient
October 19, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson always listens to my concerns and fully explains my options.
UofU Patient
October 09, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
The physician and assistant were very friendly and efficient and knowledgeable, however they did not give me many opportunities to ask questions or engage in dialogue before they injected me.
UofU Patient
October 08, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
He was open to my questions and concerns and we came up with a plan of action together.
UofU Patient
October 08, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr Monson is very knowledgeable, thorough, compassionate and helpful
UofU Patient
October 08, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson is the fifth person I've seen regarding my foot. He is outstanding and listening and viewing and assessing and providing feedback. He actually took time to hear what my needs were and didn't make a snap judgment like some of the other doctors. One of the other podiatrist that I had previously seen Kept making incorrect judgments because he wasn't thorough enough to do more testing and see what the actual problem was. The other podiatrist told me that there were no other options but Dr. Monson tell me about all of the options and then we went forward with the PRP. He is thorough, he is kind, he's knowledgeable, he is approachable,
UofU Patient
October 02, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson is great! Very easy to talk to and understand.
UofU Patient
September 23, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
I felt very heard and felt they had genuine concern for getting me back to running shape.
UofU Patient
September 19, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
The after visit notes say that they spent a "More than 45 minutes" with me... Considering the "rescheduled appointment situation" and wait time, I was actually paying attention to the clock. The appointment itself w/ Dr. Monson & company, the assistant scheduling a follow-up appointment, and me walking out to the car took less than 30 minutes.
UofU Patient
September 15, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Love dr monson and team!
UofU Patient
September 10, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
He said I should continue w my therapy but I had never even been given instructions on it. Instructions should be given out when the ablation is done along w the postop instructions
UofU Patient
September 08, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
September 07, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
I found Dr. Monson to be rude. He made the assumption that because my leg had become weak again after PT that it was my fault because I didn't keep exercising. He didn't even ask me whether or not I had been exercising at home which I had continued to do.
UofU Patient
September 01, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
I was very impressed with the overall experience at the clinic.
UofU Patient
August 30, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Excellent physician and team
UofU Patient
August 27, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson, and his assistants, are most helpful and professional.
UofU Patient
August 23, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Dr Monson is an outstanding medical professional. He explained everything in a simple to understand way, was very funny, and provided an excellent quality of care. I am truly grateful.
UofU Patient
August 22, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Very professional and caring about my needs.
UofU Patient
August 21, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr Monson is seriously excellent. I put my full trust in him and I do recommend him to others.
UofU Patient
August 14, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson is great!
UofU Patient
August 09, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson is a great doctor and he truly cares about his patients. He understands that I want to try other things other than surgery to heal my knee. He presented me with all of my options and we were able to move forward with a plan.
UofU Patient
August 08, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
This care provider went up and above. Gave us the time we needed to answer all our questions and concerns.
UofU Patient
August 07, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr Monson always is right there with you listening, sharing discussing how things are planned & after my procedure gave instructions & made sure I felt ok & understood. He is so kind!
UofU Patient
August 07, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
August 03, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monsoon and the entire team were amazing from start to finish. Initially I was a bit anxious, but Dr. Monsoon and the entire team made me feel so comfortable and at ease during the epidural steroid injection. It was a piece of cake. They walked me through each step, and kept the environment light hearted, comfortable, and stress free! The care I received was excellent and should be regarded as the standard that all medical professionals hope to achieve.
UofU Patient
August 01, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monsoon , always listens and is very frank with me, which more Dr. Need to be. He doesn't patronize me!
UofU Patient
July 29, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Great
UofU Patient
July 24, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr Monson is excellent.
UofU Patient
July 24, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr Monson is amazing, kind and thorough
UofU Patient
July 23, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr M is great to listen, commenting on status & explains ideas for care & continued treatment.
UofU Patient
July 16, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Excellent bedside manner. I was hesitant to share my concerns because I think they're minor and silly Dr. Monson was relatable and reassuring with options and a solid treatment plan I was comfortable with.
UofU Patient
July 15, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Great
UofU Patient
July 14, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Doctor took the time to explain the situation and offer an alternative treatment to surgery, because the time for a successful surgical outcome for my situation had passed. He offered several times to put me in contact with another surgeon for a second opinion. However, I felt he did a thorough job in helping me understand the time for surgery had come and gone and to move forward with therapy which will help other muscles do the work of the impacted ones.
UofU Patient
July 11, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson was really good!! He took some x-rays and then decided that the pain was coming from a different part of my foot and decided to take more x-rays just to be sure that everything looked ok. Very attentive and patient!
UofU Patient
July 07, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Have already told people to come here.
UofU Patient
July 02, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson is the BEST ! !
UofU Patient
July 02, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson and his team are extraordinary and most helpful. Dr. Monson is careful, concerned, listening, and thoughtful.
UofU Patient
June 25, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Likes that he explained the continuum of options and supported my desire to try least restrictive things first.
UofU Patient
June 25, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr Monson is the best! I appreciate having alternative procedures to surgery understanding that they may or may not work.
UofU Patient
June 20, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
I love Dr Monson. He listens and cares about my health.
UofU Patient
June 19, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Was referred by a co-worker to see Dr. Monson. He was very helpful, nice and knowledgeable. Glad I got the info to see him.
UofU Patient
June 16, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
I have been recommending You guys to everyone
UofU Patient
June 05, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Great bedside manner! Engaging, informative, humorous, and compassionate!
UofU Patient
May 31, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson, and everyone who works with him, is excellent! I would highly recommend him to anyone.
UofU Patient
May 26, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Monson listened to my very specific concerns about my knee pain. He thoroughly explained my options
UofU Patient
May 26, 2022
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Very satisfied in every way. They always are very concerned and explain treatment options.
UofU Patient
May 18, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Very good doctor.
UofU Patient
May 11, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Did not follow through with arranging for me to get a brace for my knee after I called the office twice still did not ever hear from this doctor.
UofU Patient
May 08, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
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Dr. Nick Monson, Associate Professor, (clinical) is a board certified primary care sports medicine specialist within the Orthopedic Department of the University of Utah. Dr. Monson specializes in evaluation and treatment of spine, shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee and foot and ankle issues. He also has special interest in concussion management and treatment of chronic tendon issues. Dr. Monson utilizes ultrasound for diagnosis as well as for guidance of injections allowing for rapid assessment and treatment. He also specializes in performing spinal injection procedures using fluoroscopy.
Dr. Monson graduated Magna Cum Laude from Utah State University in Exercise Science and then attended medical school at Des Moines University in Iowa where he earned multiple academic awards. He completed residency at the University of Utah in Family Medicine followed by a fellowship in Sports Medicine also at the University of Utah. Dr. Monson serves as a team physician for the Utah Stars, Utah Jazz, US ski team, University of Utah Athletics, Salt Lake Community College as well as multiple local high schools and remains active in event coverage throughout the community. Dr. Monson also serves as the director of Orthopedics for the University of Utah’s Farmington Health Center.
Dr. Monson grew up overseas in Japan, England and Germany following his Dad who was a teacher and coach. He learned a passion for a wide spectrum of sports and human performance and remains active in athletics of all types. His special interest lies in keeping high level athletes, weekend warriors and those that sometimes enjoy watching sports at the top of their game.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Orthopaedics
-
Associate Professor (Clinical) Family & Preventive Medicine - Adjunct Assistant Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Family Medicine |
| Board Certification | American Board of Family Medicine American Board of Family Medicine (Sports Medicine) |
Education History
| Fellowship | University of Utah School of Medicine Sports Medicine Fellow, 2014 |
| Residency | University of Utah School of Medicine Family Medicine Resident, 2013 |
| Professional Medical | Des Moines University Osteopathic Medicine D.O., 2010 |
| Undergraduate | Utah State University Exercise Science; Minors in Spanish and Chemistry B.S., 2005 |
| Undergraduate | Utah State University Exercise Science; Minors in Spanish and Chemistry , 2000 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Cushman DM, Knox J, Kobayashi JK, Zarate M, Wheelwright JC, Monson N, English J, Teramoto M (2022). Does anesthetic relief correspond to future pain relief? A prospective trial examining future pain relief for ultrasound-guided corticosteroid-anesthetic injections. Am J Phys Med Rehabil, 101, 1020-1025.
- Morris A, Cassidy B, Pelo R, Fino NF, Presson AP, Cushman DM, Monson NE, Dibble LE, Fino PC (2020). Reactive Postural Responses After Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Their Association With Musculoskeletal Injury Risk in Collegiate Athletes: A Study Protocol. Front Sports Act Living, 2, 574848.
- Cushman DM, Monson N, Conger A, Kendall RW, Henrie AM, McCormick ZL (2018). Use of 0.5 mL and 1.0 mL of Local Anesthetic for Genicular Nerve Blocks. Pain Med, 20(5), 1049-1052.