Kathleen Fossen
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Kathleen Fossen, PA-C, MPAS

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

  • Katie L. Fossen is a Physican’s Assisant (PA) at the University of Utah who exclusively treats hand, wrist and elbow conditions. Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, she has been working in Orthopaedic Surgery since receiving her graduate degree, and has extensive experience in treating hand, wrist, and elbow problems.

    In addition to many common problems affecting the upper extremity, Katie Fossen, PA, also has specific expertise in treating injuries to the hand, wrist, and elbow. She helps to treat urgent and acute problems due to broken bones, tendon lacerations, nerve injuries and trauma. Katie is available to see patients with acute problems on short notice, helping to identify which injuries may need surgery urgently.

    She primarily works in concert with Dr. Andrew Tyser, MD at both the University Orthopaedic Center and the South Jordan Medical Center. Katie performs all aspects of non-surgical upper extremity care including injections, casting, and splinting, and helps to refer patients who may wish to explore surgical options with Dr. Tyser. Together, they help find the best solutions for patients with upper extremity problems, and work as an integrated team.

    Andrew R. Tyser M.D. is an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Utah Hospital and Clinics who exclusively specializes in hand, upper extremity (hand / wrist / forearm / elbow), peripheral nerve, and microvascular surgery.

    Katie Fossen and Dr. Tyser treat common upper extremity disorders such as:

    Carpal tunnel syndrome

    Dupuytren's disease (collagenase/Xiaflex injection, percutaneous needle aponeurotomy, and surgery)

    Trigger finger

    Thumb arthritis

    Cubital tunnel syndrome

    Injuries of the elbow, wrist and hands including:

    Distal Radius Fractures

    Elbow Fractures

    Scaphoid Fractures

    Lacerations to nerves and tendons

    For selected smaller procedures, and based on patient preference, Dr. Tyser commonly performs "wide-awake" surgery--a streamlined experience that can help decrease the time, expense, and inconvenience associated with having hand surgery. This is also known as WALANT (wide-awake, local anesthesia, no tourniquet) surgery.

    Internationally, Dr. Tyser has been involved with multiple service trips to locations such as the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, and Ecuador. He is an active member of Health Volunteers Overseas, and considers care of the underserved both at home and abroad a priority.

    Dr. Tyser received his B.A. in Biology from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN, his medical degree at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and completed a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Utah. His fellowship training in Hand and Microvascular Surgery was completed at the Curtis National Hand Center in Baltimore, MD.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 143 reviews )

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    February 28, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Amazing doctor takes time to listen and explain and very positive.

    February 23, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Kathleen is very professional, she treated me as family. Definitely I'll recommend her to friends and family

    February 14, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Finally! Someone who took the time to listen. After several weeks and expense she agreed that I needed the treatment I had originally requested. Total treatment time=30 minutes with great explanation and options for future treatment if necessary. Katie Fossen is amazing. Thank you!

    January 28, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    She is very kind, listens to why your are there and what you are needing to help with the issue experiencing. Gave me several ways to consider to help with my issue with my thumbs.

    January 26, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    We talked about 15 minutes, she made me feel very comfortable, She very nice How to do therapy on my thumbs to range. I want to say thank you, to her and her staff.

    December 29, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Kathleen was very professional and friendly and explained everything to me to my satisfaction

    December 24, 2023
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Very competent, kind provider.

    December 14, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Excellent treatment all the way around.

    December 10, 2023
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Excellent care. While it took a long time to get a first appointment, she facilitated a quick follow up with no delaying intermediate things to do.

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  • Katie L. Fossen is a Physican’s Assisant (PA) at the University of Utah who exclusively treats hand, wrist and elbow conditions. Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, she has been working in Orthopaedic Surgery since receiving her graduate degree, and has extensive experience in treating hand, wrist, and elbow problems.

    In addition to many common problems affecting the upper extremity, Katie Fossen, PA, also has specific expertise in treating injuries to the hand, wrist, and elbow. She helps to treat urgent and acute problems due to broken bones, tendon lacerations, nerve injuries and trauma. Katie is available to see patients with acute problems on short notice, helping to identify which injuries may need surgery urgently.

    She primarily works in concert with Dr. Andrew Tyser, MD at both the University Orthopaedic Center and the South Jordan Medical Center. Katie performs all aspects of non-surgical upper extremity care including injections, casting, and splinting, and helps to refer patients who may wish to explore surgical options with Dr. Tyser. Together, they help find the best solutions for patients with upper extremity problems, and work as an integrated team.

    Andrew R. Tyser M.D. is an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Utah Hospital and Clinics who exclusively specializes in hand, upper extremity (hand / wrist / forearm / elbow), peripheral nerve, and microvascular surgery.

    Katie Fossen and Dr. Tyser treat common upper extremity disorders such as:

    Carpal tunnel syndrome

    Dupuytren's disease (collagenase/Xiaflex injection, percutaneous needle aponeurotomy, and surgery)

    Trigger finger

    Thumb arthritis

    Cubital tunnel syndrome

    Injuries of the elbow, wrist and hands including:

    Distal Radius Fractures

    Elbow Fractures

    Scaphoid Fractures

    Lacerations to nerves and tendons

    For selected smaller procedures, and based on patient preference, Dr. Tyser commonly performs "wide-awake" surgery--a streamlined experience that can help decrease the time, expense, and inconvenience associated with having hand surgery. This is also known as WALANT (wide-awake, local anesthesia, no tourniquet) surgery.

    Internationally, Dr. Tyser has been involved with multiple service trips to locations such as the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, and Ecuador. He is an active member of Health Volunteers Overseas, and considers care of the underserved both at home and abroad a priority.

    Dr. Tyser received his B.A. in Biology from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN, his medical degree at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and completed a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Utah. His fellowship training in Hand and Microvascular Surgery was completed at the Curtis National Hand Center in Baltimore, MD.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics -Midlevel
    Board Certification
    National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

    Education history

    Graduate Training Physician Assistant Studies - Idaho State University M.P.A.S.
    Biological Sciences - University of Nebraska B.S.

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