Theresa A. Hennessey,
MD
Languages Spoken: English, French, Spanish
Dr. Theresa Hennessey, Assistant Professor, has been with the Department of Orthopaedics since 2006, when she completed her fellowship in Pediatric Orthopaedics. Her practice is primarily at Shriners Hospital for Children in Salt Lake City. Dr. Hennessey practices General Pediatric Orthopaedics, her areas of particular interest include clubfeet, developmental dysplasia of the hip, Perthes Disease, Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, limb deformities and deficiencies. She also has experience with skeletal dysplasias, arthrogryposis, cerebral palsy, and foot deformities. Dr. Hennessey is passionate about International Medicine and involved in such work in Nicaragua, Haiti, and Ecuador.
Clinical Locations
Shriners Hospital for Children
801-536-3564
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Orthopaedics
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Associate Professor (Clinical) |
| Board Certification | American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery |
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
4.5/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.5/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.5/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.0/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.4/ 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
September 08, 2020
RIVERTON CLINICS
The provider was very quick to go through the x-ray results and was quick to tell us that we only needed a cast and no surgery was needed. It was a fast visit, but very efficient.
UofU Patient
June 28, 2020
RIVERTON CLINICS
Dr Hennessy came into the exam room looked at the X-ray explained she would need a cast for 5 weeks non weight barring and then in a walking boot. Then said she we would cast it. I assumed she was coming back to help with the casting. I just was never able to ask her questions or did she indicate that she would not be returning to the exam room. For being a specialist she spent less than 5 min in the exam room, didn't touch or look at my daughter's leg and did not answer any ofmy questions. I appreciate not having to wait for hours at the appointment but some bedside manner and actually seeing the patient would have been nice. Customer service like this in an other profession wouldn't be tolerated, especially with such a price tag. After the visit I read reviews with similar experiences it sounds like the Dr could really use some extra guidance or training.
UofU Patient
March 13, 2020
RIVERTON CLINICS
dr hennessy was awesome as usual. she knew exactly what was going on and got us taken care of quickly.
UofU Patient
March 11, 2020
RIVERTON CLINICS
The provider was helpful and kind, but very quick. I felt rushed and I struggled to remember the directions given after I left. I think it would be helpful to give written instructions as well as verbal that I could refer back to.
UofU Patient
March 09, 2020
RIVERTON CLINICS
The doctor was so rushed that I didnt have a chance to ask the questions I had before she left the room. I was trying to concentrate on all the info she was spouting out that I didnt even remember to ask (not that there would have been time before she rushed from the room). She was nice though.
UofU Patient
October 04, 2019
RIVERTON CLINICS
the appointment started off rough. She seemed annoyed that we were seeing her instead of Dr. Maak, but we were just following the discharge instructions. We were under the impression she wanted to see ____ based on what the hospital staff told us. Once I made clear that I wasn't trying to doctor shop, I just wanted answers for my child, her demeanor seemed to soften. I appreciated her willingness to explain to me that a referral to the pain clinic may be appropriate. We are open to the fact that this may not be an orthopedic issue and that she may process pain differently. We've tried mindfulness activities, alternative medicine, holistic healthcare, diet changes, traditional medicine. She still seems to be a mystery. But I also intuitively know that she did not somatically break her bones or tear her muscles. I was grateful for another option to help us better understand her chronic pain.
UofU Patient
July 26, 2019
RIVERTON CLINICS
the care provider was very specify and awesome in giving guidance
UofU Patient
May 03, 2019
RIVERTON CLINICS
care provider and nurse were very helpful
UofU Patient
May 02, 2019
RIVERTON CLINICS
Dr Hennessey is great! I feel like she is very efficient but still always takes the time to answer any questions I have. She always engages my four year old son who comes with me to his brother's appointments. She makes all of us feel very comfortable and welcome there! I really like her, I trust her, and I trust that my son is in great hands! I would totally recommend her in the future!
UofU Patient
April 05, 2019
RIVERTON CLINICS
henessy was incredible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! also the nurses speak very highly of her in every way! we trusted her completely
UofU Patient
August 27, 2018
RIVERTON CLINICS
Dr. Hennessey was kind and understanding of our situation and helped us in the best possible way with treatment going forward.
UofU Patient
December 01, 2017
just wish we didn't waste a whole hour of our day to get a 5 minute explanation of what was going to happen and what the dr expected.
UofU Patient
November 15, 2017
Running to far behind everything felt rushed
UofU Patient
July 22, 2017
I am very grateful to have had Dr. Hennessey helping our family through a difficult time with my son.
UofU Patient
November 15, 2016
our doctor is excellent. but the overall experience was not good.
UofU Patient
June 21, 2016
I would and have recommended her to anyone I can. To a cousin with arm surgery gone wrong as well as letting my pediatrician know not to send people to the orthopedic surgeon in Provo and to send people to Theresa instead because she is such a good doctor.
UofU Patient
May 24, 2016
Dr Hennessey was great!
UofU Patient
May 19, 2016
already recommended people to her. we love her. she takes her time with us and answers all our questions. she holds my baby. he loves her too. we feel blessed to have found her.
Dr. Theresa Hennessey, Assistant Professor, has been with the Department of Orthopaedics since 2006, when she completed her fellowship in Pediatric Orthopaedics. Her practice is primarily at Shriners Hospital for Children in Salt Lake City. Dr. Hennessey practices General Pediatric Orthopaedics, her areas of particular interest include clubfeet, developmental dysplasia of the hip, Perthes Disease, Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, limb deformities and deficiencies. She also has experience with skeletal dysplasias, arthrogryposis, cerebral palsy, and foot deformities. Dr. Hennessey is passionate about International Medicine and involved in such work in Nicaragua, Haiti, and Ecuador.
Academic Locations
Shriners Hospital for Children
801-536-3600
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Orthopaedics
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Associate Professor (Clinical) |
| Board Certification | American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery |
Education History
| Graduate Training | Dartmouth College/The Dartmouth Institute/Tuck School of Business MHCDS Masters of Health Care Delivery Science MHCDS |
| Fellowship | University of Utah School of Medicine Pediatric Orthopedics Fellow |
| Residency | Case Western Reserve University Orthopedic Surgery Resident |
| Internship | Case Western University Hospital General Surgery Intern |
| Professional Medical | University of Colorado School of Medicine M.D. |
| Undergraduate | University of Notre Dame Major: Government and International Studies, 2nd Major: French, Minor: Peace Studies B.A. |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Chong DY, Macwilliams BA, Hennessey TA, Teske N, Stevens PM (July 2015). Prospective comparison of subtalar arthroereisis with lateral column lengthening for painful flatfeet. J Pediatr Orthop B, 24(4), 345–353.
- Hyman JE, Trupia EP, Wright ML, Matsumoto H, Jo CH, Mulpuri K, Joseph B, Kim HKW, International Perthes Study Group Members (2015). Interobserver and Intraobserver Reliability of the Modified Waldenstrom Classification System for Staging of Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 97(8), 643-650.
- Sant DW, Margraf RL, Stevenson DA, Grossmann AH, Viskochil DH, Hanson H, Everitt MD, Rios JJ, Elefteriou F, Hennessey TA, Mao R (01/22/2015). Evaluation of somatic mutations in tibial pseudarthrosis samples in neurofibromatosis type 1. J Med Genet, 10.1136, 1-6.
- Carroll KL, Murray KA, MacLeod LM, Hennessey TA, Woiczik MR, Roach JW (2011). Measurement of the center edge angle and determination of the Severin classification using digital radiography, computer-assisted measurement tools, and a Severin algorithm: intraobserver and interobserver reliability revisited. J Pediatr Orthop, 31(4), e30-5.
Book Chapter
- Hennessey TA, Thompson GH (2005). The Limping Child. In Burg, Ingelfinger, Polin and Gershon (Eds.), Current Pediatric Therapy (18th edition). Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Publishers.
- Wilber JH, Hennessey TA (2005). Initial Assessment and Management of the Multiple-Injured Patient with Orthopaedic Injuries. In Fonseca et al (Ed.), Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma (Third Edition). Saunders Publishers.