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Ligia Onofrei
( out of 177 reviews )

Ligia Onofrei, MD

Languages spoken: Romanian, English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

South Jordan Health Center

5126 West Daybreak Parkway
South Jordan , UT 84009
  • 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

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

    Patient Rating

    4.8 /5
    ( out of 177 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.

    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Im so glad I found a provider I trust and listens to me.

    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    I appreciate that Dr. Onofrei looked at my symptoms and redirected my care in a better direction. She was very kind and I felt like she really cares about me getting better.

    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Onofrei and her MA are amazing!

    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    She was very nice and professional

    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    She is an excellent doctor. She answered any questions I had.

    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Onofrei is the best provider I've ever had.

    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Carrie and Dr. Onofrei were compassionate and professional.

    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER 1

    The best clinical neurologist; wonderful, caring physician.

    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    She was prompt and very helpful

  • 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 -Associate Professor (Clinical)
    Board Certification
    American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Sub: Neuromuscular Medicine)
    American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

    Education history

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

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

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

    Book Chapter

    1. Onofrei LV, Smith A (2019). Chapter 33: Advocacy for patients with neuropathic pain.