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Specialties
- Chronic Pain
- Pain Management
- Pain Medicine & Palliative Care
- Pelvic Pain
- Anesthesiology
Board Certification
National Board of Medical ExaminersAmerican Board of Anesthesiology (Sub: Pain Medicine)American Board of AnesthesiologyPatient Rating
4.8 /5( out of 61 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.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERVery nice, informative, anxious to help try something new.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERIt was a 6 month return visit but anything but routine given how much has happened with my health since [DATE REMOVED]. Dr. Hagn took as much time with me as we needed to to listen to my version of events and I appreciated being heard. Since [DATE REMOVED] I have found out I have a problem with my limbar fusion loose screws, I fell while hiking broke my rt. clavicle, and later fpound out compression fx of l-1 akso, I got diagnosed with PMR-ploymyalgia rheumatica. I got diagnosed with osteoporosis, I need a revision of my lumbar fusion. That's a lot.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERVery caring. Great listener.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr Hagn explains everything and is genuinely invested in my recovery. I finally have some relief from CRPS thanks to her guidance and care!!!! She is an amazing Dr! I trust her with my medical treatment.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hagn is a true professional in every aspect, kind and caring
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERgood
UTAH DIABETES CENTERexcellent
UTAH DIABETES CENTERDr Hagn is the best physician there is.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERDr. Hagn is the best physical there is! She's knowledgeable in her field and if she doesn't know am answer/solution, she will research and find one. She remembers every detail of my case,, she remembers details about my family, and I trust her judgment implicitly. I have never received better care from a doc than from Emily. I really think she is the best of the best!
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr Hagen is very kind and explains thing very careful
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERProfessional and Kind.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERIt is very good and I recommend it to patients. [TRANSLATED]
UTAH DIABETES CENTERAwesome
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERShe is amazing. I have all the faith in the world, in her skill and compassion.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hagn listened to me carefully and we made treatment decisions together.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hagn does a great job teaching our newest doctors the spinal techniques used for ablation or steroid injection with me as the patient. In there lies a good future.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDoctor was rude, did not listen to me and did not even look at my chart to see my history.
UTAH DIABETES CENTEREmily Hagn is the best physician at the U of U. She's so intelligent and knowledgeable in her field. actually I can't think of anything she isn't intelligent and knowledgeable about. she is caring, kind, and goes out of her way to make sure I'm cared for. she recommends other md's if necessary, and wants to make sure I'm covered in every way. she is interested and mental/emotional health as much as the physical pain. and I feel I could tell her anything without being embarrassed or afraid; I know she takes me seriously and I feel she really cares about me and my family. I love dr Hagn and I'm so appreciative of all she's done for me in the past 8 years!
UTAH DIABETES CENTERDr. Hagn is one of the best providers I've ever had- despite the COVID madness, she still let me come in to get trigger point injections and could not have been nicer or more supportive about it. She said she knew they help me stay functional and working. She came in and was so positive about the COVID craziness- her attitude was to garb up and jump in and help. She was very inspiring. Dr. Hagn helps me manage my pain and stay functional- I honestly don't know what I would do without her. She is the best of the best and needs to be recognized for that.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERThe doctor took the time to help me deal with the problems that I had right now she showed genuine concern I really appreciate the extra time she took.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERI thought it was so caring that Dr Hagn sat down after the procedure and was like these are our options, this is what I think but it is up to you and your decision. my response was poor because my throat was itchy and had a choking feeling because I just had a SGB. I felt bad about that.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTEREmily was very friendly to work with. She listened to all my symptoms carefully and talked through her thoughts with me and explained the treatment plan in a way I could understand. I loved working with her. By far the best doctor I have ever worked with.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERVery good doctor
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr Hagn has incredible expertise and unfathomable knowledge. Her bedside manner is very kind, caring, sympathetic and she has a vested interest in you and sincerely wants to help.
University HospitalNO MAGIC FIX!!
University HospitalAwesome people
University HospitalNo flaws great team.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERExcellent care and compassion
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERAgain Dr Hagn is efficient and she came in as soon as it was my appt time and refilled the pump and I was done in 15 min.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hagn has helped me through several years of recovery, amidst chronic pain and multiple spional procedures and surgery. She has been there throughout the arc of time that I have be a patient of hers at the Pain Clinic. I am grateful for that.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERA concerned individual with professional support
UTAH DIABETES CENTERGreat visits. One of my best. She is always good
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERI'll say this at every opportunity I am able: Dr Hagn is the best doctor at the U. She's knowledgeable but has common sense. She's professional but relatable. She's empathetic not sympathetic (because I know the difference now! I watched Brenee Browns YouTube talk). Finally she's professional yet so fun and friendly. she knows me well enough to know what my top concerns are before I tell her and then, she's always asks anyway. Even when we're winding down. She stays in the room like she had nowhere to be but with me, even though it throws her day off and her MAs are waiting at the door for her. I respect Dr Hagn and trust her advice for me with anything she says. I know she wants the best possible outcome with every treatment she has for me. she's the best!
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr Hagn was so patient and honest and answered all my questions. She is an excellent provider with care and concern at the top of her list.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERI'm having a very difficult time. Dr. Hagn was very concerned and very compassionate and made me feel that she really cared and was nworried about me
UTAH DIABETES CENTERAwesome
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERVery helpful and courteous
UTAH DIABETES CENTERIt is hard to describe the impact that Dr. Hagn has had on me and my life. She is the consummate professional... a medical genius, but she also has the gift of "giving a damn" and true empathy. I've been through a lot and wouldn't be here without her... her expertise has kept me out of bed and working and I've enjoyed a wonderful career thus far, given that she's helped me manage my pain behind the scenes. My condition might be considered a bit unique, but she has never judged me or given up on me and my debilitating symptoms. I ultimately had a total joint replacement and it has been quite traumatic and at my last visit, she embraced me and we cooked up a plan going forward to heal, feel better, and get my life back after 18 years. She truly cares about her patients. She is the full package. I cannot emphasize enough the impact she has had on me having the most functional life possible. If she could be cloned... she should be. Everyone deserves a provider like Dr. Hagn.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERCaring and listens to you
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERKnowledgeable and caring
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERI have never had a medical provider want me to make a procedure appointment before I could talk it over with my care provider or wife ! I have no trust in her .
UTAH DIABETES CENTERtheres not a better Dr than Emily Hagn. she spends as much time as I need with her and never seems rushed. she asks about my family and knows them and their interests and is specific with her questions and follows up on things Ive told her at previous visits. shes my biggest cheerleader and Im grateful to have her on my team on this SCI journey I didnt know Id be taking. another thing I seem to have noticed more is how professional yet patient and kind and is with the residents and fellows that she teaches. as she explains my situation and addressesme by name and talks about my family and interests before she talk about my diagnosis and/or why Im at the Pain Clinic. she is friendly with them and can joke with them while keeping it professional. she introduces them to me and can always tell me a little about them and I think it helps all of us feel a little more human and connected. I think its one of the many great things about Dr. Hagn.she keeps it real and has a way of humanizing everyone. the world would be a better place if every doctor was just like Emily Hagn!
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERthere's no very physician than Dr Hagn. she cares about me as a patient, a person, a mom. she remembers details about me that could contribute to my pain and health overall. she is the best Dr I've even known.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hag'n is always amazing.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERShe's the best to have . She is concerned about you and wants things she does have a effect on your health
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERI love her as my doctor!
UTAH DIABETES CENTERDr Hagn has a genuine concern for patients and she has incredible knowledge for my not well known condition . I have been seeing pain doctors for the last 23 years and she has far surpassed them all! Phenomenal bedside manner, expertise in pain management and skilled hands for injections make her a super effective physician!
UTAH DIABETES CENTERDr. Hagn is an A+ 100% fine human and physician.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr.Hagn is very kind, she rememberd the last time I had seen her my father had just died, and asked how I was doing, she also read my chart so she knew what I was dealing with, before she came into the room, I didnt feel like just a number, she realy creas about her patients
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hagn is an excellent physician; knowledgeable, very good listener, easy to talk with and always has next steps for treatment.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERDr Hagen takes the time to listen, understand and provide the best treatment available to her for my issues.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERShe is awesome she makes room for me so I can get back to back treatment
UTAH DIABETES CENTERthe nurse taking care of me was great. the doc just popped in & popped out
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERIt was a great relief to have Dr. Hagn explain that I have alternatives beyond my previous procedures, since I have continued to be in sometimes very bad pain, despite physical therapy and cortisone injections.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERShe is Awesome
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERHer professionalism. She is caring and compassionate. She remembers details about her patients.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERShe's amazing and non-judgmental! I trust her with all of my pain care!
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hagn was very professional, caring and proactive concerning my care. She listened to my concerns and toke steps to remedy my issues.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERVery professional. She has a plan for the help I need.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERI wasn't told I would have to get a lydocain treatment every month.
University HospitalAlways professional and easy to talk to about procedure
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hagn has been helping me with Chronic pain along with an addiction alcoholism diagnoses for more than a decade. I have benefitted from the relationship in so many ways. Knowing that Dr. Hagn was there for me made a big difference in my journey. I'm at the point now where I can transition to having my PCP or the clinic RNP prescribe meds and do follow up appts. Thanks and gratitude. You're the best.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTEREmily is very professional in the care she gives and in explaining everything going forward.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERthere's not a provider as wonderful as Emily Hagn. In 52 years, 7 children (2 adoptions), multiple health problems including this spinal cord injury, she is end best provider I've had the pleasure of working with- in every way.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERDr. Hagn had an earlier opening and offered it to me. She was very caring and helpful.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERI have already recommended this clinic, and Dr. Hagen. She is simply the best.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERShe was very personable, super caring and completely thorough. She gave me some hope.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERVery professional in all aspects of care
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr Hagn is not only a master knowledge about chronic pain syndromes, she is determined to not give up on you until you until you are at an acceptable level of pain. Her kindness and compassion are rare to find in a dr who is an expert in their field. Even if you have been to several places searching for help with your chronic pain, please see Dr Hagn and your hope will be restored that there is help and that a dr really cares about you and wants to help get your disease under control.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERIt was okay
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hagen is amazing.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERI really felt heard and that she cared about my getting help for my condition
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hagn is very kind and very patient with me. I have a lot of restrictions in difficult-to-treat and she never makes me feel like I am a problem or isn't interested. I really feel like that she has my best interest at heart and is very concerned in my behalf.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr Hagn listens to me and doesn't make me feel like she's in a hurry to get in for my appointment and move on to the next one which in turn makes me feel like she cares about my success in treatments. I feel seen and heard in all my visits
UTAH DIABETES CENTERDr Hagn takes the necessary time with me to explain goals of care and what I can expect from treatment options. She listens with compassion. Excellent care from Dr Hagn
UTAH DIABETES CENTERDoctor Hagn has helped me with numerous aspects of my overall health. Her expertise has helped keep me safe while managing my ongoing health issues and considering new treatment options. I've been seen by many doctors and she's one of the few I'm going to continue to work with long-term. Highly recommend.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERShe listens to me and takes time trying to get me the care I need
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr. Hagn was very kind and listened to my needs, she helped me start a pain management regiment and Im excited to start!
University HospitalBoth Dr. Hagn and Dr. Richman are wonderful. Dr. Hagn is always thoughtful and listens closely. I feel grateful and thankful to be in her care.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr Hagn is a wonderful doctor.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERDr Hagn has a demeanor of competence and spends all the time needed to answer the patient's concerns.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERExcellent Physician, very thorough, easy to talk To and always spends plenty of time with you. Always has several care plan options.
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTEREmily Hagn is the best physician I've ever seen. She is smart and caring. She's relatable and quick thinking. I trust her with anything from my bank account to my life. She's that great. The University of Utah is a better place because Emily Hagn is there.
UTAH DIABETES CENTERgood
PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTERShe went out of her way to get me appointment 2 weeks from my other procedure so it works together not separate
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Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments Anesthesiology -Associate Professor (Clinical)
Board Certification National Board of Medical ExaminersAmerican Board of Anesthesiology (Sub: Pain Medicine)American Board of AnesthesiologyEducation history
Undergraduate Applied Mathematics, Graduation with Highest Distinction, Most Outstanding Applied Mathematics Graduate Award - University of Colorado College of Engineering B.S. Professional Medical Medicine - University of Utah M.D. Internship Transitional Year - Sacred Heart Medical Center, University of Washington Intern Residency Anesthesiology - University of Utah Health Sciences Center Resident Fellowship Chronic Pain Medicine - University of Utah Health Sciences Center Fellow Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Iacob E, Hagn EE, Sindt J, Brogan, Tadler, Kennington KS, Hare BD, Bokat CE, Donaldson GW, Okifuji A, Junkins S (2018). Tertiary Care Clinical Experience with Intravenous Lidocaine Infusions for the Treatment of Chronic Pain. Pain medicine (Malden, Mass.), 19(6), 1245-1253.
- Nguyen L, Lee A, Jalbout Hastie M, Hagn (2023). Leading Change and Managing Resistance for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity in Anesthesiology Departments. Anesthesia and analgesia, 137(4), 788-793. (Read full publication)
- DiBlasi E, Kaufman EA, Webster S, Hagn EE, Shabalin AA, Chen D, Han S, Jawish R, Monson ET, Staley MJ, Keeshin BR, Docherty AR, Bakian AV, Okifuji A, Coon (2024). Phenome-wide diagnostic comparison among suicide deaths and living individuals with chronic pain diagnoses. BMC medicine, 22(1), 568. (Read full publication)
Review
- Boeckermann L, Menjivar D, Hagn EE, Previtera M, Cheshier SH, McCrary HC, Alt J (2025). Evaluating Methodology for Increasing Diversity in US Residency Training Programs: A Scoping Review. Journal of graduate medical education, 17(5), 579-594. (Read full publication)
Book Chapter
- Roussel D, Hagn E (2015). Review of Cytochrome P450 1A2 Chapter. 41-44.
- Hagn E (2005). Hiking Injuries, Women's Health, C-Spine Practical Scenarios.
- Okifuji, A, Hagn, E, Bokat, C. & Turk, DC In Fishman, SM, McCarron, R (Eds (2017). Motivating chronic pain patients for behavioral change.
- Hagn E, Fine (2021). Bleeding, Draining, Malodorous Lesions . 76-83.
- Hagn (2021). Pruritus. 173-176.
- Hagn (2021). Lidocaine Infusions for Refractory Neuropathic Pain. 211-213.
Book Review
- Hagn EE (2013). Book Review. [Review of the book Perioperative Pain Management]. Journal of Pain and Palliative Care Pharmacotherapy, 27:3, 305.
Abstract
- Eli Iacob, PhD, Emily Hagn, MD, Jill Sindt, MD, Shane Brogan, MD, Scott Tadler, MD, Konrad Kennington, MD, Bradford Hare, MD, Christina Bokat, MD, Gary Donaldson, PhD, Akiko Okifuji, PhD, & Scott Junkins, M (2017). Tertiary care clinical experience with intravenous lidocaine infusions for the treatment of chronic pain.
- Shonte McKenzie MD, Christina Bokat MD, Jill Sindt MD, Emily Hagn M (2020). Impact of Ketamine Infusion on Refractory Neuropathic Pain and Mood Disturbance. 45(2), 167.
Other
- Emily Hagn, M (2023). Rise Up: Using Art to Heal Through the Pandemic, ASA Monitor 2023; 87:22 doi: https://doi.org/10.1097/01.ASM.0000921988.94144.66.
- Emily Hagn, M (2022). Poem published in RUBOR Magazine - Reflections on Medicine from the Wasatch Front https://rubor.med.utah.edu/voices/author/emily-e-hagn/. 10,
- TELEMUNDO news television Salt Lake City, Nathalie Avilá (2024). Television Feature, 3rd Annual IMAGINE U Day https://www.telemundoutah.com/noticias/local/estudiantes-de-quinto-y-sexto-grado-experimentaron-la-carrera-de-sus-suenos-en-la-u-of-u/2272179/.
Video/Film/CD/Web/Podcast
- Hagn, Emil (2012). Practical Inpatient Pain Care for Chronic Pain Patients.
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