Richard L. Backman
( out of 88 reviews )

Richard L. Backman, MD

Languages spoken: English, Spanish, French

Clinical Locations

South Main Clinic

Salt Lake City
801-587-2525

  • Richard L. Backman, M.D., is a board-certified family medicine physician who focuses on the medically underserved and teaching future healthcare providers. He received B.A. degree in Biology and Chemistry from Pitzer College in Claremont, California and obtained his M.D. at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Backman completed residency in family medicine at the University of Wisconsin, and served as Medical Director of the Madsen Family Health Center at the University of Utah Hospital and Clinics until 2012. He is currently the medical director for the University of Utah Division of Physician Assistant Studies. He is a member of the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine and the Physician Assistant Education Association. His professional interests include Interprofessional education, care for the medically underserved. and quality and safety in healthcare. In his leisure time, he enjoys backpacking, biking, skiing and tending chickens and bees with his wife, Sylvie. He is fluent in Spanish and conversational French. Dr. Backman sees patients at the University of Utah South Main Clinic and is currently welcoming new patients and accepts most insurance plans.

    Very limited availability for new patients.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Family Medicine

    Patient Rating

    5.0 /5
    ( out of 88 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    November 11, 2024
    SOUTH MAIN CLINIC

    Dr. Backman cares about me as a person and I trust him with my healthcare needs.

    October 14, 2024
    SOUTH MAIN CLINIC

    El Dr. Backman es un excelente doctor y siempre está atento a nuestro salud.

    September 20, 2024
    SOUTH MAIN CLINIC

    He is easy to work with and quite personable

    September 17, 2024
    SOUTH MAIN CLINIC

    The best primary care MD on the planet. Period.

    September 05, 2024
    SOUTH MAIN CLINIC

    Dr. Backman is thorough, kind and straightforward. Although he acknowledges me, the parent, I appreciate that he mainly addresses my children and has good rapport with them. Dr. Richard Backman is a gem and I am grateful to have him as our family pediatrician. Thank you!

    July 24, 2024
    SOUTH MAIN CLINIC

    I like the kindness and professionalism of Dr. Backman . Extra careful and kind . Will also contact you the following day to make sure you are okay . What a gentleman.

    July 12, 2024
    SOUTH MAIN CLINIC

    He is a good doctor,

    July 07, 2024
    SOUTH MAIN CLINIC

    Super humble dude even with his knowledge and breadth of experience. He makes you feel comfortable, provides his professional opinion, and gives you options with their pros and cons so you can make an informed decision. Thank you Doc.

    June 27, 2024
    SOUTH MAIN CLINIC

    Excellent doctor. So grateful for his ability to listen and care about each person individually.

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  • Richard L. Backman, M.D., is a board-certified family medicine physician who focuses on the medically underserved and teaching future healthcare providers. He received B.A. degree in Biology and Chemistry from Pitzer College in Claremont, California and obtained his M.D. at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Backman completed residency in family medicine at the University of Wisconsin, and served as Medical Director of the Madsen Family Health Center at the University of Utah Hospital and Clinics until 2012. He is currently the medical director for the University of Utah Division of Physician Assistant Studies. He is a member of the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine and the Physician Assistant Education Association. His professional interests include Interprofessional education, care for the medically underserved. and quality and safety in healthcare. In his leisure time, he enjoys backpacking, biking, skiing and tending chickens and bees with his wife, Sylvie. He is fluent in Spanish and conversational French. Dr. Backman sees patients at the University of Utah South Main Clinic and is currently welcoming new patients and accepts most insurance plans.

    Very limited availability for new patients.

    Education history

    Residency Family Medicine - University of Wisconsin Resident
    Internship Family Medicine - University of Wisconsin Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Texas Health Science Center M.D.
    Undergraduate Biology and Chemistry - Pitzer College B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Langelier C, Graves M, Kalantar KL, Caldera S, Durrant R, Fisher M, Backman R, Tanner W, DeRisi, J, Leung D (2019). Microbiome and Antimicrobial Resistance Gene Dynamics in International Travelers. Emerg Infect Dis, 25(7), 1380-1383.