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Derrick B. Allred
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Derrick B. Allred, MD

Languages spoken: Spanish, English

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Dr. Derrick Allred, MD, is an Associate Professor (Clinical) in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital. He serves as the Brain Injury Medical Director, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of brain injuries such as traumatic brain injury, disorders of consciousness, and neurologic disorders.

Board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and Brain Injury Medicine, Dr. Allred's clinical focus center on providing individualized care and education for patients and their families, both in inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient settings. His commitment to excellence extends to his memberships in the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the Association of Academic Physiatry.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Allred is actively involved in trainee education and is a passionate advocate for fostering a dynamic learning environment. Beginning in 2025, he will assume the role of Fellowship Director for the ACGME-accredited Brain Injury Fellowship training program. Raised in Southern Utah, he completed his undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of Utah, followed by his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Allred brings his experience from UT Health San Antonio, where he served as an Assistant Professor and fulfilled the role of Residency Program Director.

Board Certification

American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sub: Brain Injury Medicine)
American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine

Patient Rating

Patients consistently praise Dr. Allred for attentive listening, clear explanations, compassion, and professionalism, noting he takes time to assess concerns and makes uncomfortable tests more tolerable. Reviewers frequently mention his competence, thoroughness, and respectful bedside manner, as well as his willingness to include other specialties and teach residents. Overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with a small number of neutral three-star comments.

Generated via Patient Reviews

4.8 /5
( out of 281 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.


May 28, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

He did a good job with the procedure.

Apr 11, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

He treated me with compassion and respect. I appreciate his kindness.

Mar 23, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Very carrying

Mar 03, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

He is a good guy!

Mar 02, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr Allred is an amazing doctor! He took the time to review my chart and go over concerns with me. I would recommend him and his staff to anyone.

Mar 02, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

His bedside manner is comforting, especially because during the tests you are being polked and shocked.

Feb 27, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

The doctors attending were extremely courteous and explained step-by-step of the procedure and the testing they were conducting. They also gave me the information of the results of their testing. Extremely professional explaining the procedure of the test in what likely results they found.

Feb 26, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Very cordial, explained things, very knowledgeable.

Feb 11, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr. Allred was very skilled and made great judgment calls during the evaluation to make any needed adjustments in the testing

Feb 03, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

verry good

Jan 28, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Good

Jan 09, 2026
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Great experience considering this was not the most pleasant procedure. Dr. Allred was fast efficient and kind.

Dec 20, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr Allred listens intently and ensures he understands. You are not treated as a number or a rushed time block, he takes the time needed to adequately assess you.

Dec 18, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr Allred was attentive and very polite.

Oct 16, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr. Allred is very gentle and concerned for the comfort of the patient. He does a great job explaining things.

Sep 15, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr. Allred and his staff were all amazing! They were all very welcoming and down to earth. I wish every doctor appointment was like this! They were absolutely the best! Dr. Allred bedside manners were 10/10! He was so nice and explained everything that he was doing and made sure I was comfortable.

Sep 01, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

I'm 77 yrs old Retired from military Active Duty & have seen LOTS of doc's of varying specialties in LOTS of places. Allred is EXCELLENT.

Aug 23, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Wonderful experience. Very patient, knowledgeable, and caring.

Jul 05, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

He is polite and kind. A rare treat

Jun 05, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

He was very helpful and kind. He took the time to explain everything to me. I felt good about the visit.

May 26, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Excellent Physician and provider!

Apr 20, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Very satisfied thanks

Apr 09, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr. Allred was very professional and friendly. He explained the procedure very well.

Mar 27, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Excellent Doctor

Mar 19, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

It was a good experience

Feb 17, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

He was super nice and fun to talk!

Feb 13, 2025
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Thanks for making it tolerable!

Nov 05, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr Allred was very warm and friendly. He listened carefully without judgement. He made sure that I did'nt feel rushed . I felt very good about the care I will have with him and his colleagues.

Oct 03, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr. Allred was professional amazing and had great patient skills, I really appreciated the care I got that day

Sep 21, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Extremely competent and professional. Very personal

Sep 18, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Es muy amable y a tentó con el pariente Ase sentir que su le interesa la persona

Sep 05, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Really great doctor. Kind, patient and explains things in a really understandable way.

Jul 24, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Friendly, very knowledgeable and explained everything clearly and answered all our questions and concerns.

Jul 12, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Buen servicio amable y eficaz

Jul 11, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

He is very knowledgeable

Jun 28, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr. Allred was very professional, courteous and thorough, explaining each step of the test.

Apr 25, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr. Allred is professional, compassionate caregiver.

Apr 21, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Greatest personality ever. Very professional!

Apr 17, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr. Allred is a very knowledgeable and proficient physician I am very greatful to have been referred to him and his team.

Mar 19, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

I really appreciate Dr Allred and his staff for working so tirelessly with me for nearly a year to improve my quality of life. Dr Allred is exceptional at active listening and making assessments with his patients input. He is willing to include other specialities into the treatment mix and isn't afraid to acknowledge what he doesn't know. I appreciate his kindness, respect, and patience the most. I have never felt more heard with a doctor in my 40 years of treatment. It is rare to find a doctor like Dr Allred. He is very deserving of his position, and my entire family appreciates his care and concern for me and my unique case. Plus, I always leave happier after an appointment than when I came in. 100 stars!

Feb 18, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Very attentive and explained everything I needed to know.

Feb 17, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

This was my second time seeing both Dr. Derrick Allred & Dr. Tyler Woodworth. They also had another resident during my appointment. All three were extremely professional and kind. I appreciate the time they take to make sure tests are run accurately. While I don't enjoy the testing, they always make me feel comfortable, and aim to minimize as much pain as possible. Dr. Allred is also an excellent teacher for his residents.

Jan 19, 2024
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Thank you, we cleared somethings up and we both have a better understanding of what is wrong.

Nov 25, 2023
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

I feel extremely validated! I am so so grateful to Dr. Allred and Dr. Woodworth, who not only took their time to listen but actually took their time and evaluated me to make sure the test was done properly and accurately. For the last 2.5years, these symptoms have been bothering me, and I kept being dismissed by other providers and being told it was all "in my head." While the results were not what I had hoped for, I am truly grateful to now have scientific evidence and be able to prove to my primary providers, and even family that there was and is something wrong with my nerves. I wish I would have been listened to in the past, so it didn't have to get this severe, and perhaps it could have been caught in time to slow the process of the nerve damage. Anyhow, I am very pleased with the level of professionalism from both doctors and to receive their honest opinions. Thank you!

Jul 24, 2023
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Excellent experience with a knowledgeable and considerate doctor

Jul 12, 2023
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr. . Allred is competent and trustworthy.

Jul 10, 2023
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

If I ever needed to be "zapped" again I'll plan on asking for Dr. Allred

Jul 08, 2023
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Incredibly knowledgeable and professional. Great communication and interaction Very pleased with how things progressed

Jul 03, 2023
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Dr Allred is dedicated to patient rehabilitation

Apr 19, 2023
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

extremely polite

Jan 27, 2023
NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Very Nice


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.

Dr. Derrick Allred, MD, is an Associate Professor (Clinical) in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital. He serves as the Brain Injury Medical Director, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of brain injuries such as traumatic brain injury, disorders of consciousness, and neurologic disorders.

Board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and Brain Injury Medicine, Dr. Allred's clinical focus center on providing individualized care and education for patients and their families, both in inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient settings. His commitment to excellence extends to his memberships in the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the Association of Academic Physiatry.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Allred is actively involved in trainee education and is a passionate advocate for fostering a dynamic learning environment. Beginning in 2025, he will assume the role of Fellowship Director for the ACGME-accredited Brain Injury Fellowship training program. Raised in Southern Utah, he completed his undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of Utah, followed by his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Allred brings his experience from UT Health San Antonio, where he served as an Assistant Professor and fulfilled the role of Residency Program Director.

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation -Associate Professor (Clinical)
Board Certification
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sub: Brain Injury Medicine)
American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine

Education history

Undergraduate General Education - Snow College A.A.
Undergraduate Behavioral Science & Health - University of Utah B.S.
Undergraduate Major: Biology; Minor: Chemistry - University of Utah B.S.
Professional Medical Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine M.D.
Residency Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Resident
Chief Resident Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Administrative Chief Resident

Selected Publications

Journal Article

  1. Nwora C, Allred DB, Verduzco-Gutierrez M (2021). Mitigating Bias in Virtual Interviews for Applicants Who are Underrepresented in Medicine. J Natl Med Assoc, 113(1), 74-76.
  2. Crouch AK, Dawson M, Long D, Allred D, Madsen T (2010). Perceived confidence in the FAST exam before and after an educational intervention in a developing country. Int J Emerg Med, 3(1), 49-52.

Review

  1. Eapen BC, Allred DB, O'Rourke J, Cifu DX (2015). Rehabilitation of moderate-to-severe traumatic brain injury. [Review]. Semin Neurol, 35, (1), e1-3.