Jill A. Erickson,
PA-C
Languages Spoken: English
Jill Erickson has worked with our Adult Reconstruction Surgeons since 1999, and with Christopher Peters, M.D. exclusively since 2003, with Joint Replacements as well as Hip Preservation procedures. She is an integral member of our University of Utah Center for Hip & Knee Reconstruction team and coordinates our research, surgical and clinical outcomes databases. She is a Nationally Certified Physician Assistant who joined the Department of Orthopaedics in 1999 after training at Gannon University in Erie Pennsylvania.
In her own clinic, she sees adults with Orthopaedic problems involving the hip and knee. She does the initial history and physical exam, evaluates x-rays and radiographic studies, then formulates a treatment plan. She discusses conservative treatments like injections and details of surgical options and recovery. If further care is necessary, she refers patients to the appropriate physician/surgeon.
Jill plays an integral role in the University of Utah Joint Academy. She has helped to develop the tools needed for best outcomes and fastest recovery. Access to this information and videos are available here: https://healthcare.utah.edu/orthopaedics/specialties/joint-replacement/joint-academy.php
Clinical Locations
801-587-7028
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Orthopaedics
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Advanced Practice Clinician |
| Board Certification | 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
4.8/ 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
4.6/ 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
August 22, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Very positive experience
UofU Patient
August 21, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill Erickson is a treasure.
UofU Patient
August 14, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Excellent
UofU Patient
July 17, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
The appointment went well and gave me the support I needed.
UofU Patient
July 17, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
She took her time, spoke in a normal voice and answered all my questions. She was knowledgeable and had great advice.
UofU Patient
July 10, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
No treatment needed.
UofU Patient
May 15, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
they helped me feel I could share my concerns with them.
UofU Patient
May 09, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Every procedure improved my quality of life 100 percent. I truly grateful for the quality of life they have enabled to have. T hank you all so much. we
UofU Patient
April 18, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill Erikson was verythorough and fully explained all my issues and answered all my question
UofU Patient
March 29, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Matt saw and heard how well knee is doing in the recovery process, so he gave me new exercises to incorporate into my rehabilitation program.
UofU Patient
March 21, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill provided all the explanations I required. In addition she gave me a good time prognosis for healing and activity level.
UofU Patient
March 05, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Very Experienced!
UofU Patient
February 26, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
A very thorough discussion of options and approaches to issues of hip, knee and back. very useful! informative as well as cordial. excellent!
UofU Patient
January 11, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
It was a great experience, I have recommended it to family and friends. The whole surgery went so smooth and the doctor did an amazing job!
UofU Patient
December 08, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
TERRIFIC
UofU Patient
November 19, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
listened to everything and took it all into consideration and described and explained everything with detail
UofU Patient
November 08, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill Erickson is very good, skilled & conscientious. excellent care giver
UofU Patient
November 01, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
I often recommend this office to others in need of Ortho services
UofU Patient
October 21, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
PA Was vert explicit with her questions, her explanations. listening to me and her medical advice.
UofU Patient
September 27, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Not only did she go over everything from x-rays to treatment expectations she included me in making healthcare decisions. I was so scared and in pain and I came away from my appointment with a clear action plan for me to control. The risks that were discussed are were I felt unpowered to help mitigate risks and quickly move forward with further treatments in a manner that will be safer for my health and success with surgery.
UofU Patient
August 21, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
great experience overall. when I opened my eyes it was already over.
UofU Patient
August 04, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
the PA was hurried, seemed uninterested in me as a patient, and was very businesslike, not listening to my concerns. I believe this provider needs either some extended training in compassion or a break, to treat burnout. Overall, this provider is not very warm or compassionate, is not patient-centered, and is a bit hostile. Disappointed.
UofU Patient
August 04, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
PA was a poor listener.
UofU Patient
August 03, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Thank you for all your attention.
UofU Patient
August 02, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
I always brag about Dr. Peters and Jill Erickson to anyone that needs to be seen for their knees. I truly believe they are the best out there. I had my replacement 20 years ago and it is still tight and doing great.
UofU Patient
July 05, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
answered all of my questions and addressed all of my concerns
UofU Patient
July 01, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Dr. Jill and Matt (PT) both very helpful.
UofU Patient
June 28, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
though this is my second knee in 3 mos. Jill treated me with great attention and treated this as a new issue not as if I should know it all from 3 mid. ago
UofU Patient
June 28, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill was concerned, caring, kind, informative, efficient and the treatment she provided was very effective.
UofU Patient
June 07, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
I felt like she listened & cared about what I was telling her.
UofU Patient
June 02, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
very impressed with Jill Erickson and the entire team she works with
UofU Patient
April 25, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
loved loved meeting with Dr Erickson. she went over all my questions and made me feel validated. I felt like she actually listened to my concerns and didn't push me one way or another.
UofU Patient
March 27, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
more details about the risks and pain after surgery.
UofU Patient
March 10, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
ok
UofU Patient
March 08, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill Ericsson and the team were amazing! They took the time to explain to me exactly what muscles and bones had been cut and why I needed to be cautious with certain activity. They were warm and understanding.
UofU Patient
March 04, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
as I have become accustomed to, the care provider and everyone in the office treated me very well. Jill took the time to listen to me, and then to explain my diagnosis.
UofU Patient
March 04, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Very nice and helpful to me
UofU Patient
February 18, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
great experience
UofU Patient
February 16, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
very thorough
UofU Patient
February 16, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill (PA) and Matt (PT) were great
UofU Patient
February 11, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Showed me X-rays & explained findings
UofU Patient
January 28, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill spend a lot of time with me, showed and explained my x-rays and did not leave until all my questions were answered.
UofU Patient
January 21, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Excellent service.
UofU Patient
January 19, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
good care & concern.
UofU Patient
January 14, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill the PA was amazing !! She answered all our questions with knowledge and care . She had Matt a PT come in and show me how to progress . He was the best also
UofU Patient
January 13, 2020
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill was extremely competent
UofU Patient
December 24, 2019
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Jill is an excellent PA, as was the nurse who assisted me first. They were patient and helpful with all my questions.
Jill Erickson has worked with our Adult Reconstruction Surgeons since 1999, and with Christopher Peters, M.D. exclusively since 2003, with Joint Replacements as well as Hip Preservation procedures. She is an integral member of our University of Utah Center for Hip & Knee Reconstruction team and coordinates our research, surgical and clinical outcomes databases. She is a Nationally Certified Physician Assistant who joined the Department of Orthopaedics in 1999 after training at Gannon University in Erie Pennsylvania.
In her own clinic, she sees adults with Orthopaedic problems involving the hip and knee. She does the initial history and physical exam, evaluates x-rays and radiographic studies, then formulates a treatment plan. She discusses conservative treatments like injections and details of surgical options and recovery. If further care is necessary, she refers patients to the appropriate physician/surgeon.
Jill plays an integral role in the University of Utah Joint Academy. She has helped to develop the tools needed for best outcomes and fastest recovery. Access to this information and videos are available here: https://healthcare.utah.edu/orthopaedics/specialties/joint-replacement/joint-academy.php
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Orthopaedics
-
Advanced Practice Clinician |
| Board Certification | National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants |
Research Interests
- Hip Dysplasia
- Femoroacetabular Impingement
- Hip Replacement
- Knee Replacement
Education History
| Undergraduate | Gannon University Physician Assistant Studies B.S., 1998 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Campbell KJ, Blackburn BE, Erickson JA, Pelt CE, Anderson LA, Peters CL, Gililland JM (2021). Evaluating the Utility of Using Text Messages to Communicate With Patients During the COVID-19 Pandemic. J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev, 5(6).
- Hanley AW, Gililland J, Erickson J, Pelt C, Peters C, Rojas J, Garland EL (2020). Brief preoperative mind-body therapies for total joint arthroplasty patients: a randomized controlled trial. Pain, 162(6), 1749-1757.
- Hanley AWGililland J, Erickson J, Pelt C, Peters C, Rojas J, Garland EL (2021). Brief preoperative mind-body therapies for total joint arthroplasty patients: a randomized controlled trial (Epub ahead of print) doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000002195. Pain.
- Duensing I, Pelt CE, Anderson MB, Erickson J, Gililland J, Peters CL (2020). Revisiting the role of isolated polyethylene exchange for aseptic failures in total knee arthroplasty. Knee, 27(3), 958-962.
- Livermore AT, Erickson JA, Blackburn B, Peters CL (2020). Does the sequential addition of accelerometer-based navigation and sensor-guided ligament balancing improve outcomes in TKA? Bone Joint J, 102-B(6_Supple_A), 24-30.
- Kagan RP, Greber EM, Richards SM, Erickson JA, Anderson MB, Peters CL (2019). Advantages of an Anterior-Based Muscle-Sparing Approach in Transitioning From a Posterior Approach for Total Hip Arthroplasty: Minimizing the Learning Curve. J Arthroplasty, 34(12), 2962-2967.
- Wodowski AJ, Pelt CE, Erickson JA, Anderson MB, Gililland JM, Peters CL (2019). 'Bundle busters': who is at risk of exceeding the target payment and can they be optimized? Bone Joint J, 101-B(7_Supple_C), 64-69.
- Livermore AT, Anderson LA, Anderson MB, Erickson JA, Peters CL (2019). Correction of mildly dysplastic hips with periacetabular osteotomy demonstrates promising outcomes, achievement of correction goals, and excellent five-year survivorship. Bone Joint J, 101-B(6_Supple_B), 16-22.
- Greber EM, Pelt CE, Gililland JM, Anderson MB, Erickson JA, Peters CL (2017). Challenges in Total Hip Arthroplasty in the Setting of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip. J Arthroplasty, 32(9S), S38-S44.
- Pelt CE, Wingert NC, Erickson JA, Anderson MB, Peters CL (5/8/2017). A Less Invasive Approach to Periacetabular Osteotomy Improves Patient Reported Outcomes without Compromising Orientation. DOI https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0037-1603804. Journal of Hip Surgery, 1-6 (online).
- Anderson LA, Anderson MB, Erickson JA, Chrastil J, Peters CL (2017). Acetabular Wall Indices Help to Distinguish Acetabular Coverage in Asymptomatic Adults With Varying Morphologies. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 475(4), 1027-1033.
- Wylie JD, Ross JA, Erickson JA, Anderson MB, Peters CL (2017). Operative Fluoroscopic Correction Is Reliable and Correlates With Postoperative Radiographic Correction in Periacetabular Osteotomy. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 475(4), 1100-1106.
- Anderson LA, Erickson JA, Swann RP, McAlister IP, Anderson MB, Sierra RJ, Peters CL (2016). Femoral Morphology in Patients Undergoing Periacetabular Osteotomy for Classic or Borderline Acetabular Dysplasia: Are Cam Deformities Common? J Arthroplasty, 31(9 Suppl), 259-63.
- Parry JA, Swann RP, Erickson JA, Peters CL, Trousdale RT, Sierra RJ (2016). Midterm Outcomes of Reverse (Anteverting) Periacetabular Osteotomy in Patients With Hip Impingement Secondary to Acetabular Retroversion. Am J Sports Med, 44(3), 672-6.
- Anderson LA, Anderson MB, Kapron A, Aoki SK, Erickson JA, Chrastil J, Grijalva R, Peters C (2016). The 2015 Frank Stinchfield Award: Radiographic Abnormalities Common in Senior Athletes With Well-functioning Hips but Not Associated With Osteoarthritis. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 474(2), 342-52.
- Peters CL, Chrastil J, Stoddard GJ, Erickson JA, Anderson MB, Pelt CE (2016). Can Radiographs Predict the Use of Modular Stems in Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip? Clin Orthop Relat Res, 474(2), 423-9.
- Gililland JM, Swann P, Pelt CE, Erickson J, Hamad N, Peters CL (2016). What Is the Role for Patelloplasty With Gullwing Osteotomy in Revision TKA? Clin Orthop Relat Res, 474(1), 101-6.
- Ginnetti JG, Pelt CE, Erickson JA, Van Dine C, Peters CL (2013). Prevalence and treatment of intraarticular pathology recognized at the time of periacetabular osteotomy for the dysplastic hip. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 471(2), 498-503.
- Stronach BM, Pelt CE, Erickson J, Peters CL (2013). Patient-specific total knee arthroplasty required frequent surgeon-directed changes. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 471(1), 169-74.
- Peters CL, Aoki SK, Erickson JA, Anderson LA, Anderson AE (2012). Early experience with a comprehensive hip preservation service intended to improve clinical care, education, and academic productivity. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 470(12), 3446-52.
- Gililland JM, Anderson LA, Sun G, Erickson JA, Peters CL (2012). Perioperative closure-related complication rates and cost analysis of barbed suture for closure in TKA. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 470(1), 125-9.
- Hallows RK, Pelt CE, Erickson JA, Peters CL (2011). Serum metal ion concentration: comparison between small and large head metal-on-metal total hip arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty, 26(8), 1176-81.
- Peters CL, Anderson LA, Erickson JA, Anderson AE, Weiss JA (2011). An algorithmic approach to surgical decision making in acetabular retroversion. Orthopedics, 34(1), 10.
- Anderson LA, Erickson JA, Severson EP, Peters CL (2010). Sequelae of Perthes disease: treatment with surgical hip dislocation and relative femoral neck lengthening. J Pediatr Orthop, 30(8), 758-66.
- Anderson LA, Crofoot CD, Erickson J, Morton DA, Peters CL (2010). Acetabular osteochondroplasty and simultaneous reorientation: background and validation of concept. Orthopedics, 33(5).
- Peters CL, Schabel K, Anderson L, Erickson J (2010). Open treatment of femoroacetabular impingement is associated with clinical improvement and low complication rate at short-term followup. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 468(2), 504-10.
- Peters CL, Erickson JA, Anderson L, Anderson AA, Weiss J (2009). Hip-preserving surgery: understanding complex pathomorphology. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 91 Suppl 6, 42-58.
- Peters CL, Erickson JA, Gililland JM (2009). Clinical and radiographic results of 184 consecutive revision total knee arthroplasties placed with modular cementless stems. J Arthroplasty, 24(6 Suppl), 48-53.
- Parvizi J, Bican O, Bender B, Mortazavi SM, Purtill JJ, Erickson J, Peters C (2009). Arthroscopy for labral tears in patients with developmental dysplasia of the hip: a cautionary note. J Arthroplasty, 24(6 Suppl), 110-3.
- Anderson LA, Peters CL, Park BB, Stoddard GJ, Erickson JA, Crim JR (2009). Acetabular cartilage delamination in femoroacetabular impingement. Risk factors and magnetic resonance imaging diagnosis. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 91(2), 305-13.
- Peters CL, Severson E, Crofoot C, Allen B, Erickson J (2008). Popliteus tendon release in the varus or neutral knee: prevalence and potential etiology. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 90 Suppl 4, 40-6.
- Peters CL, McPherson E, Jackson JD, Erickson JA (2007). Reduction in early dislocation rate with large-diameter femoral heads in primary total hip arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty, 22(6 Suppl 2), 140-4.
- Peters CL, Erickson J (2006). The etiology and treatment of hip pain in the young adult. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 88 Suppl 4, 20-6.
- Peters CL, Erickson JA, Hines JL (2006). Early results of the Bernese periacetabular osteotomy: the learning curve at an academic medical center. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 88(9), 1920-6.
- Peters CL, Shirley B, Erickson J (2006). The effect of a new multimodal perioperative anesthetic regimen on postoperative pain, side effects, rehabilitation, and length of hospital stay after total joint arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty, 21(6 Suppl 2), 132-8.
- Peters CL, Erickson JA (2006). Treatment of femoro-acetabular impingement with surgical dislocation and debridement in young adults. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 88(8), 1735-41.
- Peters CL, Hickman JM, Erickson J, Lombardi AV, Berend KR, Mallory TH (2006). Intramedullary total femoral replacement for salvage of the compromised femur associated with hip and knee arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty, 21(1), 53-8.
- Peters CL, Erickson J, Kloepper RG, Mohr RA (2005). Revision total knee arthroplasty with modular components inserted with metaphyseal cement and stems without cement. J Arthroplasty, 20(3), 302-8.
- Peters CL, Dienst M, Erickson J (2004). Reconstruction of the medial femoral condyle and medial collateral ligament in total knee arthroplasty using tendoachilles allograft with a calcaneal bone block. J Arthroplasty, 19(7), 935-40.
- Peters CL, Miller M, Erickson J, Hall P, Samuelson K (2004). Acetabular revision with a modular anti-protrusio acetabular component. J Arthroplasty, 19(7 Suppl 2), 67-72.
- Peters CL, Erickson JA, Dunn HK (2003). Revision of well-fixed cementless acetabular components for polyethylene failure. Clin Orthop Relat Res, (414), 129-35.
Book Chapter
- Pelt CE, Erickson JA, Peters CL (6/1/2016). Minimally Invasive Posterolateral Approach (2016) doi:10.1007/978-3-319-15206-6_46-1. In Scuderi, R.G., Tria, J.A. (Eds.), Minimally Invasive Surgery in Orthopedics (pp. 1-9). Springer.
- Chrastil J, Pelt CE, Erickson JA, Peter, CL (6/1/2015). Skeletally Mature Acetabular Dysplasia: Anatomy, Pathomorphology, Pathomechanics, Clinical Presentation, and Imaging Studies. In Nho, S., Leunig, M., Larson, C., Bedi, A., Kelly, B. (Eds.), Hip Arthroscopy and Hip Joint Preservation Society (1,2, Vol. 2, Chap. 43, pp. 571-581). New York, NY: Springer-Verlag.
- Peters CL, Stronach BM, Pelt CE, Erickson JA (2012). Open surgical dislocation for the treatment of femoroacetabular impingement: past, present, and future. In Instr Course Lect (61, pp. 273-86). United States.
Case Report
- Feldman GJ, Peters CL, Erickson JA, Hozack BA, Jaraha R, Parvizi J (2012). Variable expression and incomplete penetrance of developmental dysplasia of the hip: clinical challenge in a 71-member multigeneration family. J Arthroplasty, 27(4), 527-32.
- Anderson LA, Crofoot CD, Erickson JA, Peters CL (2009). Staged surgical dislocation and redirectional periacetabular osteotomy: a report of five cases. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 91(10), 2469-76.
News Articles
The Scope & Other Podcasts
- How Do You Know When It's Time for a Joint Replacement?
- Anesthesia and the Operating Room
- What to Expect on the Day of Surgery
- Your Return Home and Following Up
- Welcome to Joint Academy
- What to Expect in Physical Therapy
- Preparing For Surgery
- Preparing for Your Return Home
- The Role of Your Care Coach
- Your Hospital Stay