Darin T. Ryujin,
MS, MPAS, PA-C
Languages Spoken: English
Darin Ryujin, Associate Professor (clinical) is a Physician Assistant at the Sleep Wake Center. He has provided patient care at the Sleep-Wake Center since 2003. As a Sleep Medicine provider, his clinical interests include general, sleep-health disparities and cross-cultural sleep medicine.
Darin received his Master’s of Science from Marshall University and his Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Utah School of Medicine. He is the Associate Chair for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine and also the Director of Inclusion and Diversity at the University of Utah Physician Assistant Program. He is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Thoracic Society and American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Press-Ganey top 10% in Nation for Patient Satisfaction.
He is a NCCPA board certified Physician Assistant.
His current research interests include treatment of sleep disordered breathing in under represented groups.
Clinical Locations
801-581-2016
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Family & Preventive Medicine
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Associate Professor (Clinical) Internal Medicine - Advanced Practice Clinician |
| Academic Divisions | Physician Assistant Program Pulmonary |
| Board Certification | National Board for Respiratory Care |
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
4.8/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.4/ 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
January 06, 2022
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I felt heard and was able to get my questions answered. My provider was took time over the past year to assure that my improvement was valid that the sleep apnea will be monitored but is not symptomatic.
UofU Patient
December 14, 2021
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Excellent visit! The doctor was very kind, compassionate, and professional.
UofU Patient
November 18, 2021
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Darin takes great care of me
UofU Patient
October 26, 2021
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Very good listener very helpful took time to explain and to answer my questions
UofU Patient
October 19, 2021
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The care provider was very good asked if he could help us further. We felt a great experience
UofU Patient
October 06, 2021
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Gave my answer in the previous section. It should have been put here. Basically, they understood my panics & claustrophobia, setting me up with a new type mask that is more open, allows me to be more comfortable in bed.
UofU Patient
September 01, 2021
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Great listener. Values my input about my own experience. Excellent feedback for me and inspires me to take care of myself.
UofU Patient
August 30, 2021
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He understands my poor sleep habits. I am trying to change them as best I can.
UofU Patient
August 18, 2021
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The staff is excellent once I'm in for the appointment.
UofU Patient
August 16, 2021
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Darin seems very invested in making sure I'm getting the best sleep possible.
UofU Patient
August 13, 2021
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He cares about his patients.
UofU Patient
June 24, 2021
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Very informative
UofU Patient
June 08, 2021
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Darin Ryujin has been my Sleep Wake Clinician for many years and has consistently pulled me through some traumatic times as well as celebrated my successes with me- his knowledge and approachability makes him one of my most valued health care providers!
UofU Patient
May 12, 2021
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The appoint with the PA was excellent. The clinic was missing hardware (large masks), so I was unable to explore additional treatment options to help with a problem I was having (mask leak). That was a bummer.
UofU Patient
April 26, 2021
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Darrin is amazing! He is thorough, professional, extremely knowledgeable and is pure delight to work with!
UofU Patient
April 22, 2021
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we discussed my medication load and side effects and since he was not the one prescribing the medications he and I were questioning the doseing of nor was he the provider treating me for the disorders I am taking them to help with he offered to get ahold of my other providers for me to explain his thoughts on medication dose changes... a huge help and something I wish other providers would do
UofU Patient
March 22, 2021
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Discussed apnea problems and solutions.
UofU Patient
March 17, 2021
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As a senior I appreciated the time taken by the care team.
UofU Patient
March 08, 2021
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provider listened to concerns and offered options and explained each concept thoroughly.
UofU Patient
December 31, 2020
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I had a very positive appointment, Darin Ruyjin inquired about my concerns, inquired about my reasons for attending this visit. When I had trouble signing on the support staff was very patient and helpful.
UofU Patient
December 18, 2020
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Darrin is great.
UofU Patient
December 14, 2020
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he was very considerate
UofU Patient
October 21, 2020
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very informative, helpful, knowledgeable and empathetic
UofU Patient
August 28, 2020
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he was great
UofU Patient
August 23, 2020
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good
UofU Patient
August 19, 2020
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Dr. RUJIN is an outstanding doctor. He is knowledgeable, empathetic and treats the whole person.
UofU Patient
August 11, 2020
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Darin Ryugin demonstrated in my visit what patient-centered care is all about. He listened to my health goals, answered all my questions, and provided important information beyond that. I felt more confident about using my C-PAP and improving my sleep after this visit. He has a very compassionate approach and asks the right questions, which allows you to be open, and therefore get the best care for you.
UofU Patient
July 24, 2020
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She was great! - and so helpful to set up Zoom!
UofU Patient
July 21, 2020
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Works fine for me and convenient, not long waits, usually, smooth visit, Dr. takes time to listen and reply, and ETC
UofU Patient
July 03, 2020
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Always great service
UofU Patient
July 01, 2020
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all concerns were addressed
Darin Ryujin, Associate Professor (clinical) is a Physician Assistant at the Sleep Wake Center. He has provided patient care at the Sleep-Wake Center since 2003. As a Sleep Medicine provider, his clinical interests include general, sleep-health disparities and cross-cultural sleep medicine.
Darin received his Master’s of Science from Marshall University and his Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Utah School of Medicine. He is the Associate Chair for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine and also the Director of Inclusion and Diversity at the University of Utah Physician Assistant Program. He is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Thoracic Society and American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Press-Ganey top 10% in Nation for Patient Satisfaction.
He is a NCCPA board certified Physician Assistant.
His current research interests include treatment of sleep disordered breathing in under represented groups.
Academic Locations
Research Statement
Darin Ryujin research is centered on inclusion and diversity, including racism, inclusion and diversity in physician assistant education. Additionally, his research interests include sleep medicine in underserved communities.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Family & Preventive Medicine
-
Associate Professor (Clinical) Internal Medicine - Advanced Practice Clinician |
| Academic Divisions | Physician Assistant Program Pulmonary |
| Board Certification | National Board for Respiratory Care |
Research Interests
- Health Disparities
- Multicultural Perspectives
- Inclusion, Equity and Diversity
Education History
| Graduate Training | University of Utah Physician Assistant M.P.A.S., 2003 |
| Graduate Training | Marshall University Exercise Physiology M.S., 1989 |
| Undergraduate | University of Utah Exercise Physiology B.S., 1987 |