
Languages Spoken: English
Lara Haynes, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), is a provider with the Traumatic Brain Injury team at the University of Utah in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Haynes graduated with honors from the University of Utah with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice in May, 2017. She is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She also earned a Graduate Certificate in Gerontology from the University of Utah. Dr. Haynes graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Utah in August, 2013. She is also an alumni of the College of the Atlantic, where she earned a BA in Human Ecology in 1999. Dr. Haynes has a background in pediatric nursing as well as working in mental health. She has participated in researching the effects of grief and manualized care for people who are experiencing grief, specifically individuals who suffered a loss as a result of suicide or dementia. Her graduate thesis studied the prevalence of complicated grief in the veteran population. Dr. Haynes’ current clinical interests include concussion management for athletes, non-athletes, adults, adolescents, and children.
Clinical Locations
801-646-8000
Fax: (801) 585-3498
801-587-7109
Fax: (801) 587-5482
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Advanced Practice Clinician |
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
4.7/ 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
4.5/ 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
February 03, 2022
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Good
UofU Patient
November 12, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Lara is a great listening and excellent explainer. Feel very lucky to have her care.
UofU Patient
October 24, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Lara was fantastic at explaining everything, listening, and helping me understand my current situation. It was a great experience.
UofU Patient
October 10, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Laura was very understanding of my situation. She took time to listen and I feel that she gave me great advice and treatment options. I didn't feel rushed through. She genuinely cared.
UofU Patient
July 18, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Laura the dr was amazing
UofU Patient
March 30, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
I am very glad that I visited her on MYCHART. I was sure it would work well in this case. However, I was very impressed about using mychart to communicate.
UofU Patient
March 29, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
Laura was excellent listening to both my concerns and my sons. I appreciate her time and concern.
UofU Patient
February 25, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
I would recommend her.
UofU Patient
February 20, 2021
ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
She was ready and patient with my daughter.
UofU Patient
January 28, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Laura is the best the UofU TBI has!
UofU Patient
January 21, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Laura is very concerned and listens intently. She works with me to help me get the best possible care.
UofU Patient
January 14, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
She was superb from the start. I definitely felt she had my best interest in mind.
UofU Patient
July 27, 2020
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
She seemed very good
UofU Patient
June 29, 2020
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
probably be a little better if it was in person.
Lara Haynes, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), is a provider with the Traumatic Brain Injury team at the University of Utah in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Haynes graduated with honors from the University of Utah with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice in May, 2017. She is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She also earned a Graduate Certificate in Gerontology from the University of Utah. Dr. Haynes graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Utah in August, 2013. She is also an alumni of the College of the Atlantic, where she earned a BA in Human Ecology in 1999. Dr. Haynes has a background in pediatric nursing as well as working in mental health. She has participated in researching the effects of grief and manualized care for people who are experiencing grief, specifically individuals who suffered a loss as a result of suicide or dementia. Her graduate thesis studied the prevalence of complicated grief in the veteran population. Dr. Haynes’ current clinical interests include concussion management for athletes, non-athletes, adults, adolescents, and children.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Advanced Practice Clinician |
Education History
Professional Other | University of Utah College of Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner DNP, 2017 |
Undergraduate | University of Utah College of Nursing Nursing BSN, 2013 |
Undergraduate | College of the Atlantic Human Ecology B.A., 1999 |