Darin T. Ryujin,
MS, PA-C, MPAS
Languages Spoken: English
Darin Ryujin, Assistant 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 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 also currently 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 National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants |
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 spoke using clear language
4.9/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.9/ 5
My confidence in care provider
4.9/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.9/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.4/ 5
Time care provider spent with me
4.9/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.9/ 5
Care provider's friendliness and courtesy
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
February 18, 2019
Dr. Rujin has let me know that he cares. I am not a number. any time there are sleep problems it affects the individual's entire life. Darren listens and has made me feel less alone in my life.
UofU Patient
February 05, 2019
Darin is great!
UofU Patient
January 16, 2019
Outstanding meeting
UofU Patient
December 18, 2018
I really appreciate talking with my doctor, it gives me a lot of confidence and encouragement.
UofU Patient
December 14, 2018
Darin Ruyjin was great.
UofU Patient
October 02, 2018
I already recommend this clinic
UofU Patient
October 02, 2018
I have recommended him, however, he is not accepting new patients anymore.
UofU Patient
September 05, 2018
I enjoyed the visit
UofU Patient
August 28, 2018
the staff at the sleep center are so supportive and caring, they help make our challenges easier to manage!
UofU Patient
May 15, 2018
Darin is great!
UofU Patient
February 07, 2018
Darin is one of the best providers!! Caring and always show great concern for my well being!!!
UofU Patient
January 31, 2018
I would and have recommended anyone to the Sleep/Wake Clinic.. especially Darin. His knowledge and thoroughness is amazing. I'm confident anyone with obstructive sleep apnea would benefit immensely by a consultation with Darin.
UofU Patient
January 09, 2018
Good
UofU Patient
December 22, 2017
very good
UofU Patient
December 19, 2017
Darin was super!
UofU Patient
December 08, 2017
good
UofU Patient
December 07, 2017
My care provider is excellent. His case load appears to be at a high ratio.
UofU Patient
August 30, 2017
I have recommended him but I just learned he is not taking new patients anymore.
UofU Patient
May 23, 2017
. PA was. very helpful, a good listener, and the best doctor I have ever had at the Sleep Wake Center!
UofU Patient
May 13, 2017
He is super.
UofU Patient
May 08, 2017
Usually he is great, this time he seemed distracted
UofU Patient
May 06, 2017
I am very happy with Darin Ryujin. I truly like him as my sleep/wake provider. He shows genuine concern with my issues. Although getting the meds he prescribed is taking some time.
UofU Patient
May 05, 2017
My experiences with provider have been excellent
UofU Patient
May 02, 2017
Darin is very knowledgeable, thorough and courteous. I would recommend highly to friends and family, in fact, I have!
UofU Patient
February 22, 2017
Again, Darrin is great to work with on my sleep apnea. I wish all my providers were as wonderful as he is.
UofU Patient
February 13, 2017
all excellent
UofU Patient
January 23, 2017
Lots of time and so helpful
UofU Patient
December 24, 2016
I felt like I was given the best care by a knowledgeable and caring provider
UofU Patient
November 12, 2016
I liked Darin very much. His friendliness made me relax and I felt very comfortable talking with him about my concerns & condition.
UofU Patient
September 20, 2016
very helpful and thoughtful
UofU Patient
August 18, 2016
I expressed my reluctance to use medication for a tangential issue (not the reason for my visit) that I've had for years. I didn't bring it up, it was part of a series of questions. Darin prescribed something anyway. On that one issue, I didn't feel heard.
UofU Patient
July 26, 2016
Darin, Has always been so understanding and willing to do anything to make sure I am doing well.
UofU Patient
July 18, 2016
Darin is very professional. Listens to my concerns and makes me part of the overall plan and putting me in charge of my health care
UofU Patient
July 12, 2016
Very happy with my appointment
UofU Patient
July 07, 2016
Both Darin Ryujin and Mary were very concerned about my wellbeing. I would hesitate to recommend them, however, because the practice is already overprecribed (see comment about appointment availability).
UofU Patient
June 14, 2016
very good
UofU Patient
May 28, 2016
He is the nicest, most thorough, most caring provider I have ever seen. He spent time with me and did not rush through the appointment. I am so glad he is my provider at the Sleep-wake Center.
UofU Patient
May 21, 2016
Lucky to have Darin as my provider!
UofU Patient
May 16, 2016
Darin continues to be an excellent provider.
UofU Patient
April 23, 2016
went immediately to help me with my pap machine
UofU Patient
April 16, 2016
Very thorough in his questioning about my concerns and current medical problems.
UofU Patient
April 11, 2016
Darin is great. He's one of my favorite providers.
UofU Patient
April 10, 2016
Excellent in every way.
UofU Patient
March 09, 2016
Good
UofU Patient
February 26, 2016
Darin is very professional and caring.
UofU Patient
February 20, 2016
Good experience. Answered questions. Knowledgeable
UofU Patient
February 15, 2016
Darin's expertise, professionalism and kindness is of the highest quality. I highly recommend him.
UofU Patient
February 12, 2016
He is an amazing doctor and really takes the time to care for you.
UofU Patient
January 09, 2016
Darin is an awesome provider. He is very thorough and always has my best interest in mind. My apneas/hour had gone up and he was quick to determine what needs to be done to help correct it.
UofU Patient
January 08, 2016
outstanding interaction
UofU Patient
December 16, 2015
I felt that Dr. Ryujin was sensitive to other medical problems that might be causing not only my sleep problems but my anxiety and depression as well. I finally felt some hope when he asked if I would like to talk with a sleep psychologist.
UofU Patient
December 11, 2015
I had a good experience, Dr. show very knowledgeable on the specialty.
UofU Patient
November 24, 2015
I am dismayed about the CPAP treatment and make a difficult patient
UofU Patient
October 26, 2015
He was great
UofU Patient
October 25, 2015
very good
UofU Patient
May 11, 2015
Darin seemed to genuinely care about my health. He went out of his way to explain things in a way that I could understand.
UofU Patient
April 26, 2015
Darren was really tolerant of working with us as a couple. I appreciated it, as did my husband.
UofU Patient
April 18, 2015
Unbelievable how much care and patience this Doctor has for his Patient
UofU Patient
March 09, 2015
he doesn't have time to take on new patients he needs help
UofU Patient
February 25, 2015
Felt like he took a difficult problem and made me feel like he cared. Was very thoughtful and worked me.
UofU Patient
February 24, 2015
Again, why an hour wait last year and this year?
UofU Patient
February 22, 2015
Ryan the PA who saw me provided me with several insights about my condition that I was not aware of. I'm grateful for his thoroughness and concern.
UofU Patient
February 02, 2015
Darren is awesome. He is always very thorough and takes the time to answer any questions I have.
UofU Patient
December 12, 2014
Great !
UofU Patient
October 10, 2014
We were impressed.
UofU Patient
August 03, 2014
covered all concerns
UofU Patient
July 18, 2014
Darin is awesome! He called me to explain the results in a way that I understood and asked what options I would like. Nice to have a provider involve me in the plan of care.
UofU Patient
July 18, 2014
Outstanding.
UofU Patient
May 30, 2014
My PA was extremely helpful. He was really clear and made sure I understood what our plan of care would be. Couldnt ask for better. I highly recommend him and the rest of the staff. Espically the gal that checks you in and the sweet lady that checks you out. Very nice ladies.
UofU Patient
April 29, 2014
I really enjoyed my visit with the doctor. He was very good with me and took the time I needed to ask and answer all my questions. If I decide to go with the surgery it will no doubt be this doctor.
UofU Patient
February 03, 2014
Was very nice. I appreciated that he understood I had time constraints since my apt started late, and he got me out of there on time.
UofU Patient
December 16, 2013
The PA student was great.
UofU Patient
December 09, 2013
he/they shows experience and knowledge and treated me as well as expected
UofU Patient
July 23, 2013
i felt like a number instead of a person with a health need
UofU Patient
July 23, 2013
Darin is awesome!
UofU Patient
July 09, 2013
Darin is quite good.
UofU Patient
May 28, 2013
Dr. Darin is great, very friendly and has a great sense of humor. He is very concerned about my problems and is always willing to help in any way possible. He was wonderful.
UofU Patient
May 07, 2013
Everyone takes their time to be sure that I am included in my healthcare decisions. I am always amazed at how much time they are willing to share with me during the consultations.
UofU Patient
April 26, 2013
Darin was amazing. He was professional, personal, caring. One of the best providers I have EVER seen. I would recommend him in a heartbeat. He explained everything to me very well, never spoke down to me, encouraged me and really listened to me. He was sensitive to the costs of procedures and explained all of my options. I feel confident in putting my health into his care.
UofU Patient
April 01, 2013
The entire experience was satisfactory.
UofU Patient
March 18, 2013
Always good, have a lot of trust in Dr.
UofU Patient
February 27, 2013
Incressed the pressure which really helped and got a new sryle of mask which I havent got yet.
UofU Patient
February 15, 2013
Response to my statements of how depression has my affected communicating about CPAP was reassurance that it was my needs they were there to meet. Though intern said little, she made eye-contact and appeared to be involved with my interactions with Dr. Ryujin.
UofU Patient
December 04, 2012
I thought Darin was great! He is very easy to talk to and I feel really wants to help me get better sleep and be more active and alert during the day.
UofU Patient
November 27, 2012
Darin is the best care provider. He takes the time to talk with you and tell you things that other care providers will not tell you. This guy is amazing.
UofU Patient
September 10, 2012
Darin is very professional and spends time making sure I understand exactly what's going on.
UofU Patient
February 21, 2012
good
UofU Patient
February 10, 2012
Dr. Ryujin was very patient and spent a lot of time with me. I really appreciate it. He was thoughtful, kind, and included me in the discussion of continued care.
UofU Patient
January 31, 2012
Darin took a lot of time with me. He explained the results of test information he had, addressed my questions in language I could understand, and was sympathetic and encouraging when I expressed any concerns or questions.
UofU Patient
January 24, 2012
Always a wonderful experience with the care I receive!
UofU Patient
January 24, 2012
Meeting with my care provider Darin Ryujin is like working in a partnership built on respect empathy and trust. His ability to communicate (listen and express) the situation demonstrates his care for his patients and his belief that people should be treated with respect and dignity.
Darin Ryujin, MS, MPAS, PA-C is the Director of Inclusion and Diversity for UPAP.
Darin’s responsibilities as the Director of Inclusion and Diversity include: enhancing the
program and university's commitment to diversity and equity by deconstructing
intolerance, prejudice and marginalization, while contributing to the equal access,
academic achievement, persistence and retention of all students in order to ensure the
educational equity and graduation of all students. Additionally, he provides
opportunities for cross-cultural competence, coordinating outreach and community
service projects, student advising and support. Furthermore, one of Darin’s primary
objectives is to create a more structurally diverse program through not only the
recruitment and retention of well-qualified diverse students but also diverse faculty and
staff. Darin is also involved with the recruitment and mentoring of racially, socially, and
economically diverse and underrepresented pre-PA students.
Darin’s other responsibilities include: Clinical Associate for tutorial groups, the
designing of and teaching in the Health Disparities and Cultural Competence Curriculum
and as well as teaching Pulmonology courses. Darin also serves on the Admissions and
Selection Committees, Didactic Team, Faculty advisor for PASSED and a clinic
preceptor for PA students. At the Department level, Darin is the Chair of the DFPM Mission Committee for Inclusion and Diversity and a member of the departments Executive Leadership Committee. At the University level is a member of the Associate Vice
President’s Office for Health Equity and Inclusion Core Group. Nationally, Darin serves
on the PAEA Inclusion and Diversity Council Subcommittee for Recruitment and
Retention. He is involved with campus wide diversity efforts, currently he is a Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) Transforming Classrooms into Inclusive Communities (TCIC) Fellow and is the faculty advisor for the Pre-Physician Assistant Student Association (Pre-PASO) at the University of
Utah.
Clinically Darin works at the University of Sleep-Wake Center and is a 2003 UPAP
graduate.
Darin, partner Sandy and twin daughters enjoy traveling, great food, the outdoors and
their dog.
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 National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants |
Research Interests
- Health Disparities
- Multicultural Perspectives
- Inclusion, Equity and Diversity
Education History
| Graduate Training | University of Utah Physician Assistant M.P.A.S. |
| Graduate Training | Marshall University Exercise Physiology M.S. |
| Undergraduate | University of Utah Exercise Physiology B.S. |