Ligia Onofrei
( out of 153 reviews )

Ligia Onofrei, MD

Languages spoken: English, Romanian

Clinical Locations

South Jordan Health Center

South Jordan
801-213-4500

  • Dr. Ligia Onofrei is an assistant professor of neurology at the University of Utah and faculty member of the Neuromuscular Division. Dr. Onofrei also serves as the director of the Jack H. Petajan Clinical Neurophysiology Laboratory and the associate program director for the adult neurology residency program. Dr. Onofrei completed her neurology residency training, as well as her neuromuscular training, at the University of Utah. In addition to the treatment and evaluation of neuromuscular disorders, Dr. Onofrei has a special interest in exploring the interplay between neurological disorders and degenerative spine disorders. Dr. Onofrei is passionate about teaching and has developed lectures and curricula for trainees at all stages: medical students, physician-assistant students, residents, and fellows.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
    American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Sub: Neuromuscular Medicine)

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 153 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    October 31, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    She was very friendly and made me feel comfortable about asking questions. Seemed to be very knowledgeable

    September 21, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Very professional and very busy

    September 19, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    She LISTENS to her patients as well

    September 17, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr. Onofrei treated me like a friend, made me comfortable with the results and options presented and took all the time necessary to answer my questions.

    September 12, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    When I told her about symptoms that my father had that are similar to mine she laughed and acted like she didn't believe me. This was hard for me to talk about and I felt I was laughed at and disbelieve d.

    July 30, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    She listens and responds to your concerns. Very nice and professional.

    July 29, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Very kind , concerned and professional

    July 25, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr. Onofrie is amazing! She always is upfront with me, and she lets me know how I need to do things. The staff around her are always happy & accommodating I appreciate all of them very much!

    July 12, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Onofrei always treats me with kindness and respect. You can tell she is very knowledgeable. She is always willing to listen to my ideas, and talk through whether she agrees or disagrees and why. She goes above and beyond and is willing to try a wide variety of things, even some that seem unconventional. I trust Dr. Onofrei wholeheartedly. I've been to a lot of doctors in my life and she is truly one of the best.

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  • Dr. Ligia Onofrei is an assistant professor of neurology at the University of Utah and faculty member of the Neuromuscular Division. Dr. Onofrei also serves as the director of the Jack H. Petajan Clinical Neurophysiology Laboratory and the associate program director for the adult neurology residency program. Dr. Onofrei completed her neurology residency training, as well as her neuromuscular training, at the University of Utah. In addition to the treatment and evaluation of neuromuscular disorders, Dr. Onofrei has a special interest in exploring the interplay between neurological disorders and degenerative spine disorders. Dr. Onofrei is passionate about teaching and has developed lectures and curricula for trainees at all stages: medical students, physician-assistant students, residents, and fellows.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Neurology -Primary
    Board Certification
    American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
    American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Sub: Neuromuscular Medicine)

    Education history

    Fellowship Neuromuscular Medicine - University of Utah Fellow
    Residency Neurology - University of Utah Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Colorado School of Medicine M.D.
    Undergraduate Majors: Biology, Chemistry - University of Colorado Colorado Springs B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Onofrei LV (2024). Structural Myelopathies. Continuum (Minneap Minn), 30(1), 73-98. (Read full article)
    2. Onofrei LV, Henrie AM (2021). Cervical and Thoracic Spondylotic Myelopathies. Invited Review. Semin Neurol, 41(3), 239-246. (Read full article)
    3. Conger A, Sperry BP, Cheney CW, Burnham TM, Mahan MA, Onofrei LV, Cushman DM, Wagner GE, Shipman H, Teramoto M, McCormick ZL (2020). The Effectiveness of Spinal Cord Stimulation for the Treatment of Axial Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review with Narrative Synthesis. Pain Med, 21(11), 2699-2712. (Read full article)
    4. Cushman DM, Strenn Q, Elmer A, Yang AJ, Onofrei L (2019). Complications Associated With Electromyography: A Systematic Review. Am J Phys Med Rehabil, 99(2), 149-155. (Read full article)

    Book Chapter

    1. Onofrei LV, Smith AG (2019). Chapter 33: Advocacy for patients with neuropathic pain. In Grisold W, Struhal W, Grisold T (Eds.), Advocacy in Neurology. Oxford: Oxford University Press.