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
November 28, 2022
Farmington Health Center
Dr. Monson is terrific. It is clear he sets the tone for the entire team - keeping things professional but light which set me at ease. Procedures are stressful for me and they made me more than comfortable. Dr. Monson took the time to explain in detail what was going to happen prior to starting. During the procedure he told me what was happening as it was occurring. I highly recommend Dr. Monson and his team!
UofU Patient
November 27, 2022
Farmington Health Center
Dr. Monson and his staff are the best of the best
UofU Patient
November 25, 2022
Farmington Health Center
Dr Monson was practically perfect in every way!
UofU Patient
November 24, 2022
University Orthopaedic Center
Dr Monson & Tyson were very attentive and helpful!
UofU Patient
November 22, 2022
Farmington Health Center
Doctor T. Burnham and Doctor N. Monson are wonderful. Help to relieve pain in any way they can considering our age and health.
UofU Patient
November 18, 2022
Farmington Health Center
The doctor and his staff are awesome as their care and concern is the best!
UofU Patient
November 13, 2022
Farmington Health Center
Great
UofU Patient
November 12, 2022
Farmington Health Center
I have recommended Dr. Monson to multiple people. He's the best. Incredibly skilled, competent, and up to date in his field. Great personality as a bonus!
UofU Patient
November 07, 2022
Farmington Health Center
They accommodated my schedule and I was able to be seen for multiple joint issues.
UofU Patient
November 06, 2022
University Orthopaedic Center
Great service in every way.
UofU Patient
November 04, 2022
Farmington Health Center
It was obvious that everyone I saw cared about giving me the best experience at their facility. It was easy to talk to all the staff. They asked me questions, explained possible treatments and together we discussed a plan of action. Everyone was professional and knowledgeable, and respectful of my input and questions. I felt really good about the treatment plan, and was really happy to begin treatment that day.
UofU Patient
November 04, 2022
Farmington Health Center
I've already recommended him to several people. Dr. Monson Is awesome!
UofU Patient
November 03, 2022
Farmington Health Center
All is still good
UofU Patient
November 01, 2022
University Orthopaedic Center
Dr Monson and Dr Weiz , his fellow provided an excellent team.
UofU Patient
October 31, 2022
University Orthopaedic Center
Dr. Monson and his team are fantastic. I appreciate their efforts in including me in care decisions. They are friendly and great to work with.
UofU Patient
October 30, 2022
Farmington Health Center
Dr. Monson is an excellent and professional physician that I trust.
UofU Patient
October 22, 2022
Farmington Health Center
Dr Monson is very caring and knowledgeable. This gives me great confidence in the care I will receive moving forward.
UofU Patient
October 22, 2022
Farmington Health Center
Dr. Monson diagnosed the problem quickly and explained fully what it meant and what I needed to do. He also got me in for a splint immediately, which I greatly appreciated.
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!
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
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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) |
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.