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Nick Monson
Rating: 4.9 of 5
( out of 887 reviews )

Nick Monson, DO

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

Farmington Health Center

165 N. University Ave.
Farmington , UT 84025

Injury Clinic

Orthopaedic Injury Clinic
590 Wakara Way
Salt Lake City , UT 84108
  • Dr. Nick Monson, Associate Professor, (clinical) is a board certified primary care sports medicine specialist within the Orthopedic Department of the University of Utah. Dr. Monson specializes in evaluation and treatment of spine, shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee and foot and ankle issues. He also has special interest in concussion management and treatment of chronic tendon issues. Dr. Monson utilizes ultrasound for diagnosis as well as for guidance of injections allowing for rapid assessment and treatment. He also specializes in performing spinal injection procedures using fluoroscopy.

    Dr. Monson graduated Magna Cum Laude from Utah State University in Exercise Science and then attended medical school at Des Moines University in Iowa where he earned multiple academic awards. He completed residency at the University of Utah in Family Medicine followed by a fellowship in Sports Medicine also at the University of Utah. Dr. Monson serves as a team physician for the Utah Stars, Utah Jazz, US ski team, University of Utah Athletics, Salt Lake Community College as well as multiple local high schools and remains active in event coverage throughout the community. Dr. Monson also serves as the director of Orthopedics for the University of Utah’s Farmington Health Center.

    Dr. Monson grew up overseas in Japan, England and Germany following his Dad who was a teacher and coach. He learned a passion for a wide spectrum of sports and human performance and remains active in athletics of all types. His special interest lies in keeping high level athletes, weekend warriors and those that sometimes enjoy watching sports at the top of their game.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Family Medicine
    American Board of Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)

    Patient Rating

    Rating: 4.9 out of 5
    4.9 /5
    ( out of 887 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

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    December 31, 2025
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr Monson was very caring and efficient. Made sure I was comfortable at all times and that I knew what was

    December 30, 2025
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Monson is an excellent physician and surgeon, whom I can't recommend too highly.

    December 21, 2025
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    He's amazing and caring, looks for solutions instead of jumping right to surgery options.

    December 20, 2025
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr Monson is amazing! He always addresses my concerns, kind, and thorough with the plan to address and improve my concerns.

    December 18, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Such a fantastic doctor. Quickly assessed my issue, asked the right questions and quickly delivered the prognosis and recommendations. Highly recommend for assessment of orthopedic issues!

    December 15, 2025
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr Monson was great! He took the time to explain procedures, and his bedside manner was great!

    December 11, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    A wonderful caring person!! Would and do recommend him to friends and family.

    December 11, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Even though Dr. Monson is very hard to get an appointment with, he makes me feel very comfortable and at ease with the process. I have been to him twice, have been twisted in various positions while he has stretched my legs, hips and back and in doing so has needed to touch areas that may have made me run if others needed to do so. He is very respectful and asked me before each time he needed to touch a specific area. It has been informative. I have honestly enjoyed going!!

    December 08, 2025
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Monson is a fantastic doctor! He communicates and explains things very well. It was a pleasure to be treated by him.

  • Dr. Nick Monson, Associate Professor, (clinical) is a board certified primary care sports medicine specialist within the Orthopedic Department of the University of Utah. Dr. Monson specializes in evaluation and treatment of spine, shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee and foot and ankle issues. He also has special interest in concussion management and treatment of chronic tendon issues. Dr. Monson utilizes ultrasound for diagnosis as well as for guidance of injections allowing for rapid assessment and treatment. He also specializes in performing spinal injection procedures using fluoroscopy.

    Dr. Monson graduated Magna Cum Laude from Utah State University in Exercise Science and then attended medical school at Des Moines University in Iowa where he earned multiple academic awards. He completed residency at the University of Utah in Family Medicine followed by a fellowship in Sports Medicine also at the University of Utah. Dr. Monson serves as a team physician for the Utah Stars, Utah Jazz, US ski team, University of Utah Athletics, Salt Lake Community College as well as multiple local high schools and remains active in event coverage throughout the community. Dr. Monson also serves as the director of Orthopedics for the University of Utah’s Farmington Health Center.

    Dr. Monson grew up overseas in Japan, England and Germany following his Dad who was a teacher and coach. He learned a passion for a wide spectrum of sports and human performance and remains active in athletics of all types. His special interest lies in keeping high level athletes, weekend warriors and those that sometimes enjoy watching sports at the top of their game.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics -Associate Professor (Clinical)
    Board Certification
    American Board of Family Medicine
    American Board of Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)

    Education history

    Fellowship Sports Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine Fellow
    Residency Family Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine Resident
    Professional Medical Osteopathic Medicine - Des Moines University D.O.
    Undergraduate Exercise Science; Minors in Spanish and Chemistry - Utah State University B.S.
    Undergraduate Exercise Science; Minors in Spanish and Chemistry - Utah State University

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Morris A, Fino NF, Pelo R, Cushman DM, Monson NE, Jameson T, Dibble LE, Fino PC (2023). Reactive postural responses predict risk for acute musculoskeletal injury in collegiate athletes. J Sci Med Sport, 26(2), 114-119. (Read full publication)
    2. Cushman DM, Knox J, Kobayashi JK, Zarate M, Wheelwright JC, Monson N, English J, Teramoto M (2022). Does anesthetic relief correspond to future pain relief? A prospective trial examining future pain relief for ultrasound-guided corticosteroid-anesthetic injections. Am J Phys Med Rehabil, 101(11), 1020-1025. (Read full publication)
    3. Morris A, Cassidy B, Pelo R, Fino NF, Presson AP, Cushman DM, Monson NE, Dibble LE, Fino PC (2020). Reactive Postural Responses After Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Their Association With Musculoskeletal Injury Risk in Collegiate Athletes: A Study Protocol. Front Sports Act Living, 2, 574848. (Read full publication)
    4. Cushman DM, Monson N, Conger A, Kendall RW, Henrie AM, McCormick ZL (2018). Use of 0.5 mL and 1.0 mL of Local Anesthetic for Genicular Nerve Blocks. Pain Med, 20(5), 1049-1052. (Read full publication)