Michael M. Green,
DO
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Dr. Michael Green is currently an associate professor (Clinical) of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (Department of PMR with adjunct in the Department of Pediatrics), School of Medicine, University of Utah.
Dr. Green is an attending physician at Primary Children’s Hospital where he manages an inpatient and outpatient pediatric rehabilitation service. He cares for children with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injuries, neuromuscular disorders, spinal cord injuries, peripheral nerve injuries, torticollis and many other physical disabilities. Dr. Green performs spasticity management (including intramuscular injections of Botulinum toxin and phenol), intrathecal baclofen pump management and electrophysiology for selective dorsal rhizotomy.
At the University of Utah adult PMR clinic he manages the rehabilitation needs of adults with childhood onset disabilities. This clinic specializes in the transition care of pediatric to adult rehabilitation systems.
Dr. Green’s primary goal is to promote the best outcome and best situation for each patient, and be supportive of their needs and situation. He is an advocate for patients and their families, as well as strives to optimize patient care. Dr. Green is continuously working toward improving the lives of children and adults with physical disabilities.
Dr. Green is Board Certified in the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in General Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation; Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Subspecialty; and Brain Injury Medicine Subspecialty. Dr. Green is also currently a member of the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine and is an active member of the life span subcommittee. He is also a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation on multiple executive committees.
He completed his residency at the Combined Residency between Baylor College of Medicine and University of Texas Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Houston, Texas. Following he completed his Fellowship in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.
Clinical Locations
801-662-5888
Fax: (801) 662-5880
Primary Children's Hospital
Physical Medicine & RehabilitationSchool of Medicine
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation801-581-2267
Fax: (801) 585-3498
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Associate Professor (Clinical) Occupational and Recreational Therapies - Adjunct Associate Professor Pediatrics - Adjunct Associate Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Pediatric Complex Care |
| Board Certification | American Board of Phys Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sub: Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine) American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sub: Brain Injury Medicine) National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners |
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's explanation of condition/problem
4.8/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.9/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.6/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.9/ 5
Patient Comments
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UofU Patient
October 18, 2022
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
I can't say enough positive things about our experience. Everyone was amazing. Dr. Michael Green asked questions, showed concern, and provided options for [NAME REMOVED] unlike almost any other doctor we've ever had contact with. It was a great experience all around.
UofU Patient
June 12, 2022
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr. Green is the best Dr. I have had in 15 years. He is excellent on every level. Additionally his staff is wonderful. Specifically his medical assistant, Melanie! She goes above and beyond to assist me with any medical needs I have.
UofU Patient
June 05, 2022
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr. Green was very considerate and explained things in a way both my Dad could understand, he also reassured me and noted any concern I had.
UofU Patient
April 18, 2022
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Exvellent
UofU Patient
January 20, 2022
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
This provider goes above and beyond any other provider that we have past or present. We have had many awsome providers!
UofU Patient
December 26, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
I have a chronic illness which I have had care for for 14 years in 4 different states. Dr. Green is the absolute best doctor I have had. His care,compassion and kindness are amazing. Additionally he and his staff quickly respond to any questions or concerns I have. I am so thankful for Dr. Green!
UofU Patient
April 04, 2021
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr. Green was extremely thorough. He exceeds all of my expectations.
UofU Patient
December 08, 2020
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Dr. Green is an excellent communicator and an exceptional doctor. He listens to all our concerns, asks probing questions, and takes the time necessary to provide a comprehensive exam.
Dr. Michael Green is currently an associate professor (Clinical) of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (Department of PMR with adjunct in the Department of Pediatrics), School of Medicine, University of Utah.
Dr. Green is an attending physician at Primary Children’s Hospital where he manages an inpatient and outpatient pediatric rehabilitation service. He cares for children with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injuries, neuromuscular disorders, spinal cord injuries, peripheral nerve injuries, torticollis and many other physical disabilities. Dr. Green performs spasticity management (including intramuscular injections of Botulinum toxin and phenol), intrathecal baclofen pump management and electrophysiology for selective dorsal rhizotomy.
At the University of Utah adult PMR clinic he manages the rehabilitation needs of adults with childhood onset disabilities. This clinic specializes in the transition care of pediatric to adult rehabilitation systems.
Dr. Green’s primary goal is to promote the best outcome and best situation for each patient, and be supportive of their needs and situation. He is an advocate for patients and their families, as well as strives to optimize patient care. Dr. Green is continuously working toward improving the lives of children and adults with physical disabilities.
Dr. Green is Board Certified in the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in General Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation; Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Subspecialty; and Brain Injury Medicine Subspecialty. Dr. Green is also currently a member of the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine and is an active member of the life span subcommittee. He is also a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation on multiple executive committees.
He completed his residency at the Combined Residency between Baylor College of Medicine and University of Texas Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Houston, Texas. Following he completed his Fellowship in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Associate Professor (Clinical) Occupational and Recreational Therapies - Adjunct Associate Professor Pediatrics - Adjunct Associate Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Pediatric Complex Care |
| Board Certification | American Board of Phys Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sub: Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine) American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sub: Brain Injury Medicine) National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners |
Research Interests
- Pediatric Spasticity Management
- Acquired Brain Injury
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Pediatric Transitions into Adulthood
- Torticollis
- Minimally Conscious State
- Disorders of Arousal/Alertness/Focus
- Electrical Stimulation Guided Botulinum Chemodenervation Injections
- Electrical Stimulation Motor Point/Peripheral Nerve Blocks (lidocaine, alcohol, and phenol)
Education History
| Certification | Children’s Mercy Hospital Medical Bioethics Certificate Course Certificate, 2013 |
| Fellowship | University of Missouri, Kansas City/Children's Mercy Hospital (CMH) and Clinics Program Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Fellow, 2013 |
| Residency | University of Texas (UT) Health Science Center/Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) Alliance Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Resident, 2011 |
| Internship | Good Samaritan Hospital Pediatrics Transitional Internship, 2008 |
| Professional Medical | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine D.O., 2007 |
| Undergraduate | University of Arizona Major: Physiology, Minor: Chemistry B.S., 2001 |
| Undergraduate | University of Nevada, Las Vegas , 1998 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Michael Green, Heakyung Kim, Ruth Gauden, Adam Scheinbergc, A Sebastian Schroedere, Florian Heinene, Steffen Berwecke, Bo Young Hongf and Mark Gormleyg (2022). Needlepoints: Clinical approach to child living with cerebral palsy. J Pediatr Rehabil Med. 2022;15(1):91-106. doi: 10.3233/PRM-220006. PMID: 35275576. J Pediatr Rehabil Med.
- Vova, Joshua Green, MM Brandenburg, Joline Davison, Loren Paulson, Andrea Depshande, Supreet Oleszek, Joyce Inanoglu, Didem McLaughlin, Matthew (2021). A Consensus Statement on the use of Botulinum Toxin in Pediatric Patients. doi: 10.1002/pmrj.12713. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34558213. PM R.
- A V Kirby, M L Diener, H Canary, F Sumsion, and MM Green (2021). Community reintegration needs following paediatric brain injury: perspectives of caregivers and service providers. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2021.1946176. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34251954. Disabil Rehabil.
- Green, MM, Madison Niermeyer, PhD Douglas Ball, MD, DrPH Bradley Jensen, DPT Laura Pace, MD, PhD Robert Shingleton, DPT Bradley Fawver, PhD Stephen K Trapp, PhD (2021). Interoceptive attention regulation in Ehlers-Danlos syndromes: Associations between pain and psychiatric symptom severity. doi: 10.1093/tbm/ibab049. PMID: 33949672; PMCID: PMC9034325 . J Behav Med.
- Ryan S, Dudley N, Green MM, Pruitt C, Jackman G (6/2018). Altered Mental Status at High Altitude. doi: 10.1542/peds.2017-3973. Epub 2018 Jul 5. PMID: 29976571. Pediatrics, 142(2).
- Green MM, Wicclair MR, Wocial LD, Kondrat A, Mukherjee D (2017). Moral Distress in Rehabilitation. doi: 10.1016/j.pmrj.2017.05.006. PMID: 28732562. PM R, 9(7), 720–726.
- Green MM, Carter B, Lasky A (12/01/2015). Difficult discharge in pediatric rehabilitation medicine causing mental distress. PMID: 26625304. J Soc Work Disabil Rehabil.
- Nelson G, Bonkowsky JL, Doll E, Green MM, Helund GL, Moore KR, Bale JF Jr (2015). Recognition and Management of Acute Flaccid Myelitis in Children. PMID: 26621554. Pediatr Neurol.
- Mclaughlin M, Green MM (2015). Intradural spinal arteriovenous malformation in a 13-month-old female: A case report. PMID: 26410067. J Pediatr Rehabil Med, 8(3), 247-250.
- Green MM, Berliner J, Frontera J (2011). Pediatric Idiopathic transverse myelitis presenting as an anterior cord syndrome: a case report. PMID: 22543887. J Pediatr Rehabil Med, 5(2), 1-6.
Review
Book Chapter
- Kothari S, Green MM, Durand-Sanchez A (2016). Neurovascular Complications After Nonpenetrating Brain Injury. In Zollman FS (Ed.), Manual of Traumatic Brain Injury: Assessment and Management (Second Edition, pp. 456-465). New York: Demos Medical.
- Kothari S, Durand A, Green MM (2011). Neurovascular Complications after Nonpenetrating Brain Injury. In Zollman FS (Ed.), Felise Zollman M.D.’s Traumatic Brain Injury Management Handbook (First, pp. 371-380). New York: Demos Medical.
Editorial
- Deborah Gaebler-Spira, Michael Green, and Heakyung Kim (2022). Let’s get HIP – And learn from others. J Pediatr Rehabil Med.
- Deborah Gaebler-Spira and Michael Green (2021). Green, MM., Editorial Article "Recognizing and Reacting to challenges" Issue title: Cerebral Palsy. . J Pediatr Rehabil Med, 14(2), 151-152.
- Michael M Green, Deborah Gaebler-Spira (2019). Cerebral Palsy Special Edition. 12(2), 113-114.
Abstract
- Green MM (2013). Rehabilitation of Children with Acute Spinal Cord Injuries: The Importance of Considering Developmental and Psychosocial Factors [Abstract]. Top Spinal Cord Inj Rehabil, 19(2).
Other
- Green MM (9/2018). Walking Changes and AssociatedImplications across the Lifespan forIndividuals with Cerebral Palsy - Fact Sheet http://www.aacpdm.org/publications/fact-sheetshttp://www.aacpdm.org/publications/fact-sheets. AACPDM. Milwaukee, WI: AACPDM.
- Green MM, Fuentes M, Tsao E, Apkon S (2013). In Case You Missed It . . . The Pediatric Rehabilitation/Developmental Disabilities Council Quarterly Information Letter. (5(3)).
- Green MM, Fuentes M, Tsao E, Apkon S (2013). In Case You Missed It ...The Pediatric Rehabilitation/Developmental Disabilities Council Quarterly Information Letter. Pediatric Passages (5(1)).
- Green MM, Fuentes M, Tsao E, Apkon S (2013). In Case You Missed It. The Pediatric Rehabilitation/Developmental Disabilities Council Quarterly Information Leter. Editor of Pediatric Passages from 2015-2018. (5(2)).
- Green MM, Fuentes M, Tsao E, Apkon S (2013). Green MM, Fuentes M, Tsao E, Apkon S (2013). In Case You Missed It . . . The Pediatric Rehabilitation/Developmental Disabilities Council Quarterly Information Letter. (5(3)). Editor of Pediatric Passages from 2015-2018.
- Green MM (2012). In Case You Missed It. . . The Pediatric Rehabilitation/Developmental Disabilities Council Quarterly Information Letter. Pediatric Passages (4(4)).
- Green MM, Settle E (2001). Jewish Genetic Disorders. University of Arizona Honors' Center.
Video/Film/CD/Web/Podcast
- Green, MM (2021). Research for the Red Fred Project on Spinal Cord Injury for Josie Roest's book "Soaring Without Wings" [Web]. Available: http://redfredproject.com/josie-ut .
- Michael Green, DO, Wendy Walker, RN, Jenny Wood, RN (2019). Pediatric Spinal Cord Injury [Web].
- Green MM (2009). Are Patients Likely to Understand the Educational Information Available On-Line? [Web]. Rehab in Review. Available: https://www.rehabinreview.com/.
Global Impact
Presentations
| Green MM. Introduction to Cerebral Palsy 101. Pediatric Department at Bhutan's Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital, Thimpu, Butan. | Bhutan |
| Green MM. Cerebral Palsy. Moulay Ali Institute for Rehabilitation, Marrakesh, Morocco. | Morocco |