Alexandra E. Fogarty
( out of 26 reviews )

Alexandra E. Fogarty, FAAPMR, MD

Languages spoken: English, French, Spanish

Clinical Locations

Farmington Health Center

Farmington
801-213-3200
Directions

University Orthopaedic Center

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Salt Lake City
801-587-7109
Directions

  • Dr. Alexandra Fogarty, MD, FAAPMR, ABPM, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and a triple board-eligible specialist in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R), Sports Medicine, and Pain Medicine. With fellowship training at Harvard Medical School/Massachusetts General Hospital, Dr. Fogarty offers expertise in the full spectrum of musculoskeletal and pain care, from delivering advanced diagnostics to state-of-the-art treatments. Her extensive training across three specialties enables her to provide an integrated approach to diagnosing and treating pain, restoring function, and improving quality of life. A former elite alpine ski racer, Dr. Fogarty brings a unique perspective to treating chronic pain and athletic injuries, with a care philosophy that focuses on helping patients achieve their personal and functional goals.

    Dr. Fogarty specializes in the evaluation and treatment of spine and musculoskeletal disorders, including back and neck pain, as well as other musculoskeletal injuries. She is also an expert in managing painful nerve disorders, neuropathic pain, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Her approach combines advanced diagnostic tools such as electromyography (EMG) and nerve ultrasound with cutting-edge therapies, including Qutenza, Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS), Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS), and image-guided injections (joint, epidural injections, radio frequency ablations). She emphasizes non-opioid pain management and develops personalized rehabilitation plans to optimize recovery and functionality without surgery.

    Actively engaged in clinical research and leadership, Dr. Fogarty focuses on advancing innovative approaches to pain management and improving care for spine and musculoskeletal conditions. She serves as a chairperson in various roles at the International Spine Intervention Society (IPSIS), contributing her expertise to the field. Her dedication to excellence and comprehensive care make her a leader in the field of pain medicine and rehabilitation.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 26 reviews )

    The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.

    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

    Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    January 24, 2025
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    A wonderful doctor in the way she explains and listens kindly to the patient, paying attention to all the details and answering all the questions without getting upset or complaining. [TRANSLATED]

    January 24, 2025
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    I was impressed with Dr. Fogarty's empathy and compassion. Also she was great about explaining exactly what she was doing and fully reviewed the medical tests with me in a manner that was not rushed. She is amazing and I highly recommend her to anyone requiring Sports Medicine

    January 19, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr Fogarty is a most caring & kind person . Explains things in plain language & I am so grateful to have her as my dr.

    January 08, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr Fogarty is very 'em pathetic & caring. I feel fortunate to have her as my doctor

    January 06, 2025
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    I really liked the way I was treated by Dr. Fogarty and her nurses. That made me feel comfortable and relaxed. It was a great experience to have such kindness and caring from the whole team.

    January 04, 2025
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Excellent in everything

    December 19, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    I really appreciate the time that Dr. Fogarty spent with me during my appointment. I never felt rushed and she listened to all of my concerns. I left feeling optimistic about my treatment plan.

    December 14, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr. Fogarty listened to my concerns and explained the problem and potential solutions in an understandable way. I came from out of state and she was very flexible and accommodating in scheduling.

    December 09, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Very professional, explained what she was doing during the procedure

  • Dr. Alexandra Fogarty, MD, FAAPMR, ABPM, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and a triple board-eligible specialist in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R), Sports Medicine, and Pain Medicine. With fellowship training at Harvard Medical School/Massachusetts General Hospital, Dr. Fogarty offers expertise in the full spectrum of musculoskeletal and pain care, from delivering advanced diagnostics to state-of-the-art treatments. Her extensive training across three specialties enables her to provide an integrated approach to diagnosing and treating pain, restoring function, and improving quality of life. A former elite alpine ski racer, Dr. Fogarty brings a unique perspective to treating chronic pain and athletic injuries, with a care philosophy that focuses on helping patients achieve their personal and functional goals.

    Dr. Fogarty specializes in the evaluation and treatment of spine and musculoskeletal disorders, including back and neck pain, as well as other musculoskeletal injuries. She is also an expert in managing painful nerve disorders, neuropathic pain, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Her approach combines advanced diagnostic tools such as electromyography (EMG) and nerve ultrasound with cutting-edge therapies, including Qutenza, Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS), Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS), and image-guided injections (joint, epidural injections, radio frequency ablations). She emphasizes non-opioid pain management and develops personalized rehabilitation plans to optimize recovery and functionality without surgery.

    Actively engaged in clinical research and leadership, Dr. Fogarty focuses on advancing innovative approaches to pain management and improving care for spine and musculoskeletal conditions. She serves as a chairperson in various roles at the International Spine Intervention Society (IPSIS), contributing her expertise to the field. Her dedication to excellence and comprehensive care make her a leader in the field of pain medicine and rehabilitation.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation -Assistant Professor
    Board Certification
    American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    Education history

    Fellowship Pain Medicine - Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School Fellow
    Fellowship Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sports Medicine - Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis Fellow
    Chief Resident Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Barnes Jewish Hospital, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis Chief Resident
    Residency Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Barnes Jewish Hospital, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine - Saba University School of Medicine M.D., M.S.
    Undergraduate Major: Romance Languages - French & Spanish literature; Minor: Chemistry - Bowdoin College B.A. (Hons)

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Hao D, Yong RJ, Narouze S, Fogarty AE, Sutton OM, Stojanovic MP (2024). Epidural Glucocorticoid Injection for Lumbosacral Radicular Pain. N Engl J Med, 391(18), e38. (Read full article)
    2. Fogarty AE, Wilson A, Godambe M, Shinde N, Gou C, Decker G, Steensma J (2023). The carbon footprint of epidural steroid injections: A pilot study. PM R. (Read full article)
    3. Prather H, Fogarty AE, Cheng AL, Wahl G, Hong B, Hunt D (2021). Feasibility of an intensive interprofessional lifestyle medicine program for patients with musculoskeletal conditions in the setting of lifestyle-related chronic disease. PM R, 15(1), 41-50. (Read full article)
    4. Rustamov N, Wilson EA, Fogarty AE, Crock LW, Leuthardt EC, Haroutounian S (2022). Relief of chronic pain associated with increase in midline frontal theta power. Pain Rep, 7(6), e1040. (Read full article)
    5. Fogarty AE, Burnham T, Kuo K, Tate Q, Sperry BP, Cheney C, Walega DR, Kohan L, Cohen SP, Cushman DM, McCormick ZL, Conger A (2021). The Effectiveness of Fluoroscopically Guided Genicular Nerve Radiofrequency Ablation for the Treatment of Chronic Knee Pain Due to Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review. Am J Phys Med Rehabil, 101(5), 482-492. (Read full article)
    6. Anderson KS, Gosselin N, Sadikot AF, Lagu-Beauvais M, Kang ESH, Fogarty AE, Marcoux J, Dagher J, de Guise E (2021). Pitch and Rhythm Perception and Verbal Short-Term Memory in Acute Traumatic Brain Injury. Brain Sci, 11(9). (Read full article)
    7. Cheng AL, Fogarty AE, Calfee RP, Salter A, Colditz GA, Prather H (2020). Differences in Self-Reported Physical and Behavioral Health in Musculoskeletal Patients Based on Physician Gender. PM R, 13(7), 720-728. (Read full article)
    8. Fisher E, Moore RA, Fogarty AE, Finn DP, Finnerup NB, Gilron I, Haroutounian S, Krane E, Rice ASC, Rowbotham M, Wallace M, Eccleston C (2020). Cannabinoids, cannabis, and cannabis-based medicine for pain management: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials. Pain, 162(Suppl 1), S45-S66. (Read full article)
    9. Haroutounian S, Gilron I, Belton J, Degenhardt L, Di Forti M, Finn DP, Fogarty A, Kalso E, Krane E, Moore RA, Rowbotham M, Wallace M, Rice ASC (2020). Societal issues and policy implications related to the use of cannabinoids, cannabis, and cannabis-based medicines for pain management. Pain, 162(Suppl 1), S110-S116. (Read full article)
    10. Haroutounian S, Arendt-Nielsen L, Belton J, Blyth FM, Degenhardt L, Di Forti M, Eccleston C, Finn DP, Finnerup NB, Fisher E, Fogarty AE, Gilron I, Hohmann AG, Kalso E, Krane E, Mohiuddin M, Moore RA, Rowbotham M, Soliman N, Wallace M, Zinboonyahgoon N, Rice ASC (2021). International Association for the Study of Pain Presidential Task Force on Cannabis and Cannabinoid Analgesia: research agenda on the use of cannabinoids, cannabis, and cannabis-based medicines for pain management. Pain, 162(Suppl 1), S117-S124. (Read full article)
    11. Krill MK, Fogarty AE, Jacob S (2020). A 71-year-old man with a rare rhabdoid brain tumour: using a multidisciplinary medical and rehabilitative model of care. BMJ Case Rep, 13(6). (Read full article)
    12. Fogarty AE, Guay CS, Simoneau G, Colorado BS, Segal GR, Werner JK Jr, Ellenbogen JM (2019). Head Motion Predicts Transient Loss of Consciousness in Human Head Trauma: A Case-Control Study of Mixed Martial Artists. Am J Phys Med Rehabil, 98(10), 859-865. (Read full article)
    13. de la Rosa Rodriguez R, Fogarty A, Israel GM, Sanchez MJ (2019). Annular pancreas in a 24-year-old woman with persistent abdominal pain. BMJ Case Rep, 12(6). (Read full article)
    14. Fogarty A, Lenza E, Gupta G, Jarzem P, Dasgupta K, Radhakrishna M (2018). A Systematic Review of the Utility of the Hoffmann Sign for the Diagnosis of Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy. Spine (Phila Pa 1976), 43(23), 1664-1669. (Read full article)

Schedule Online