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Board Certification
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American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (Sub: Sports Medicine)
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Patient Rating
Many patients describe the physician as knowledgeable, thorough, and efficient, noting detailed exams, clear discussion of options, and conservative recommendations that inspired confidence. However, a number of patients reported inconsistent bedside manner and communication—feeling rushed, dismissed, or spoken over—and some cited inadequate follow-up or confusing explanations of imaging. Staff and assistants were repeatedly praised, leaving an overall impression of strong clinical skill but variable interpersonal communication and follow-up.
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4.7
/5
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14 reviews
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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 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.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Orthopaedics
-Professor |
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| Board Certification |
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (Sub: Sports Medicine)
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Education history
| Undergraduate | Chemistry - Southern Methodist University | B.A. |
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| Professional Medical | Medicine - St. Louis University | M.D. |
| Internship | Orthopedic Surgery - University of California - San Diego | Intern |
| Residency | Orthopedic Surgery - University of California - San Diego | Resident |
| Fellowship | Orthopedic Surgery - Kaiser Foundation Hospital | Fellow |
| Fellowship | Steadman Hawkins Clinic | Mini-Fellowship |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Rosenthal RM, Mortensen AJ, Gupta AS, Illing D, Guss A, Presson AP, Burks RT, Aoki S (2024). Biomechanical Evaluation of Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Grafts Fixed at Nonanatomic Femoral Insertion Points: MPFL Reconstruction And Femoral Tunnel Location. Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine, 12(12), 23259671241304451.
- Kovacevic, D; Suriani Jr, RJ; Grawe, BM; Yian, EH; Gilotra, MA; Hasan, SA; Srikumaran, U; Hasan, SS; Cuomo, F; Burks, RT; Green, AG; Nottage, WM; Theja, S; Kassamk, HF; Saad, MA; Ramirez, MA; Stanley, RJ; Williams, MD; Nadarajah, V; Konja, AC; Koh, JL; Rokito, AS; Jobin, CM; Levine, WN; Schmidt, C (2020). Management of irreparable massive rotator cuff tears: a systematic review and meta-analysis of patient-reported outcomes, reoperation rates, and treatment response. Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery, 29(12), 2459-2475.
- Kovacevic D, Suriani RJ Jr, Grawe BM, Yian EH, Gilotra MN, Hasan SA, Srikumaran U, Hasan SS, Cuomo F, Burks RT, Green AG, Nottage WM, Theja S, Kassam HF, Saad MA, Ramirez MA, Stanley RJ, Williams MD, Nadarajah V, Konja AC, Koh JL, Rokito AS, Jobin CM, Levine WN, Schmidt CC, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Massive Cuff Evaluation and Research Initiative (ASES MERIT) Investigator (2020). Management of irreparable massive rotator cuff tears: a systematic review and meta-analysis of patient-reported outcomes, reoperation rates, and treatment response. Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery, 29(12), 2459-2475.
- Chalmers PN, Beck L, Miller M, Kawakami J, Dukas AG, Burks RT, Greis PE, Tashjian R (2020). Acromial morphology is not associated with rotator cuff tearing or repair healing. Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery, 29(11), 2229-2239.
- Tashjian RZ, Shin J, Broschinsky K, Yeh CC, Martin B, Chalmers PN, Greis PE, Burks RT, Zhang (2020). Minimal clinically important differences in the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, Simple Shoulder Test, and visual analog scale pain scores after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery, 29(7), 1406-1411.
- O'Neill DC, Christensen G, Kawakami J, Burks RT, Greis PE, Tashjian RZ, Chalmers P (2020). Revision anterior glenohumeral instability: is arthroscopic treatment an option?. JSES international, 4(2), 287-291.
- Uffmann WJ, Christensen GV, Yoo M, Nelson RE, Greis PE, Burks RT, Tashjian RZ, Chalmers P (2019). A Cost-Minimization Analysis of Intraoperative Costs in Arthroscopic Bankart Repair, Open Latarjet, and Distal Tibial Allograft. Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine, 7(11), 2325967119882001.
- Chalmers PN, Granger E, Ross H, Burks RT, Tashjian R (2019). Preoperative Factors Associated With Subsequent Distal Clavicle Resection After Rotator Cuff Repair. Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine, 7(5), 2325967119844295.
- Murphy MM, Tashjian RZ, Burks R (2018). Rotator Cuff Repair Technique With Transosseous Knotless Anchor System. Arthroscopy techniques, 7(9), e927-e937.
- Karns MR, Epperson RT, Baran S, Nielsen MB, Taylor NB, Burks R (2018). Revisiting the Anterior Glenoid: An Analysis of the Calcified Cartilage Layer, Capsulolabral Complex, and Glenoid Bone Density. Arthroscopy, 34(8), 2309-2318.
- Montanez A, Makarewich CA, Burks RT, Henninger H (2016). The Medial Stitch in Transosseous-Equivalent Rotator Cuff Repair: Vertical or Horizontal Mattress?. The American journal of sports medicine, 44(9), 2225-30.
- Kullar RS, Reagan JM, Kolz CW, Burks RT, Henninger H (2015). Suture placement near the musculotendinous junction in the supraspinatus: implications for rotator cuff repair. The American journal of sports medicine, 43(1), 57-62.
- Swenson JD, Davis JJ, Stream JO, Crim JR, Burks RT, Greis P (2015). Local anesthetic injection deep to the fascia iliaca at the level of the inguinal ligament: the pattern of distribution and effects on the obturator nerve. Journal of clinical anesthesia, 27(8), 652-7.
- Potter MQ, Wylie JD, Granger EK, Greis PE, Burks RT, Tashjian R (2015). One-year Patient-reported Outcomes After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair Do Not Correlate With Mild to Moderate Psychological Distress. Clinical orthopaedics and related research, 473(11), 3501-10.
- Wylie JD, Crim JR, Working ZM, Schmidt RL, Burks R (2015). Physician provider type influences utilization and diagnostic utility of magnetic resonance imaging of the knee. The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume, 97(1), 56-62.
- Tashjian RZ, Burks RT, Zhang Y, Henninger H (2015). Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty: a biomechanical evaluation of humeral and glenosphere hardware configuration. Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery, 24(3), e68-77.
- Thackeray EM, Swenson JD, Gertsch MC, Phillips KM, Steele JW, Burks RT, Tashjian RZ, Greis P (2013). Diaphragm function after interscalene brachial plexus block: a double-blind, randomized comparison of 0.25% and 0.125% bupivacaine. Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery, 22(3), 381-6.
- Scheffel PT, Henninger HB, Burks R (2013). Relationship of the intercondylar roof and the tibial footprint of the ACL: implications for ACL reconstruction. The American journal of sports medicine, 41(2), 396-401.
- Henninger HB, Barg A, Anderson AE, Bachus KN, Burks RT, Tashjian R (2012). Effect of lateral offset center of rotation in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty: a biomechanical study. Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery, 21(9), 1128-35.
- Snow BJ, Wilcox JJ, Burks RT, Greis P (2012). Evaluation of muscle size and fatty infiltration with MRI nine to eleven years following hamstring harvest for ACL reconstruction. The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume, 94(14), 1274-82.
- Henninger HB, Barg A, Anderson AE, Bachus KN, Tashjian RZ, Burks R (2012). Effect of deltoid tension and humeral version in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty: a biomechanical study. Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery, 21(4), 483-90.
- Bergeson AG, Tashjian RZ, Greis PE, Crim J, Stoddard GJ, Burks R (2012). Effects of platelet-rich fibrin matrix on repair integrity of at-risk rotator cuff tears. The American journal of sports medicine, 40(2), 286-93.
- Clevenger T, Vance RE, Bachus KN, Burks RT, Tashjian R (2011). Biomechanical comparison of acromioclavicular joint reconstructions using coracoclavicular tendon grafts with and without coracoacromial ligament transfer. Arthroscopy, 27(1), 24-30.
- Rothberg DL, Burks R (2009). Capsular tear in line with the inferior glenohumeral ligament: a cause of anterior glenohumeral instability in 2 patients. Arthroscopy, 25(8), 934-6.
- Davis JJ, Swenson JD, Greis PE, Burks RT, Tashjian R (2009). Interscalene block for postoperative analgesia using only ultrasound guidance: the outcome in 200 patients. Journal of clinical anesthesia, 21(4), 272-7.
- Burks RT, Crim J, Brown N, Fink B, Greis P (2009). A prospective randomized clinical trial comparing arthroscopic single- and double-row rotator cuff repair: magnetic resonance imaging and early clinical evaluation. The American journal of sports medicine, 37(4), 674-82.
- Tashjian RZ, Burks R (2009). Arthroscopic aspiration and labral repair for treatment of spinoglenoid notch cysts. American journal of orthopedics (Belle Mead, N.J.), 38(2), 94-6.
- Greis PE, Legrand A, Burks R (2008). Bilateral shoulder chondrolysis following arthroscopy. A report of two cases. The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume, 90(6), 1338-44.
- Beck P, Brown NA, Greis PE, Burks R (2007). Patellofemoral contact pressures and lateral patellar translation after medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction. The American journal of sports medicine, 35(9), 1557-63.
- Burks RT, Friederichs MG, Fink B, Luker MG, West HS, Greis P (2003). Treatment of postoperative anterior cruciate ligament infections with graft removal and early reimplantation. The American journal of sports medicine, 31(3), 414-8.
- Burks RT, Desio SM, Bachus KN, Tyson L, Springer (1998). Biomechanical evaluation of lateral patellar dislocations. The American journal of knee surgery, 11(1), 24-31.
- Burks RT, Metcalf MH, Metcalf R (1997). Fifteen-year follow-up of arthroscopic partial meniscectomy. Arthroscopy, 13(6), 673-9.
Review
- Tokish JM, Kuhn JE, Ayers GD, Arciero RA, Burks RT, Dines DM, Duralde XA, ElAttrache NS, Millett PJ, St Pierre P, Provencher MT, Tibone JE, Ticker JB, Cordasco F (2020). Decision making in treatment after a first-time anterior glenohumeral dislocation: A Delphi approach by the Neer Circle of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons. Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery, 29(12), 2429-2445.
Book Chapter
- Burks RT, Judd R (2016). Arthroscopic Single-Row Rotator Cuff Repair. Chapter 5, 49-60.
- Erickson GA, Burks R (2016). Biceps Tenodesis: Arthroscopic Considerations and Fixation Options. 2, 201-211.
Editorial
- Burks R (2019). Editorial Commentary: All-Suture Anchor for Medial-Row Fixation in Rotator Cuff Repair-Ready for Prime Time?. Arthroscopy, 35(5), 1377-1378.
Video/Film/CD/Web/Podcast
- Reagan J, Kullar R, Burks (2015). MPFL Reconstruction: Technique and Results.
I came to see the doctor about my knee and all that was decusse was the gout
Excellent Dr, caring and professional.
He is a great doctor and takes the time to evaluate and explain his findings.
I found Dr. Burks to be patient, Informative, focused and personal. He was easy to understand and see Jack only interested in concerned.
I had excellent surgical help to restore my knee by Dr. Burks
Very knowledgeable. Spent a lot of time explaining options.
Dr Burks is very honest straightforward and will tell you exactly how it is.
Dr. Burks is thorough and very engaged in discussions concerning diagnosis & care options. He has been our shoulder go-to MD for several years.
excellent care
Full disclosure: Dr. Burks is a friend, but his clinic set up and staff is top drawer.
Dr Burks and staff are great
I wasnt told the name of the procedure, or even how long I would have to be off work. I was just told Okay, we will schedule surgery. It would be helpful to know what the heck you were scheduling, how it was to be done, anything other than just walking out of the room and saying he will try to get his colleague to do it because hes booked.
Explained all very clearly
Excellent orthopedist, he has taken care of my injuries since the 90s.
For someone whos done a couple surgeries on me already, I thought hed be a little more personable. He
Patronizing. Appears, dont want to leave the room as soon as possible.
He was very straight forward.on his thoughts.he explains exactly what he feels should be.i like his honesty.
Great care. Would recommend to family.
He has been exceptional in treating me 30 years running. Fabulous Dr and human being
I am getting my second surgery with him so that should tell ya what I think of his work
Dr. Burke is excellent! I am very fortunate to have been able to have him review my injury with me. I feel his diagnosis was excellent and would recommend him strongly to friends and family. Thank you Dr. Bird for taking time with me and for the excellent care of you provided!
Kind, thorough, took his time to explain and answer all questions. Unfortunately, I was unable to schedule follow up within the week timing he recommended.
One of the best surgeons operating at the U.
If you are looking for an experienced Doctor who cares about his patients with a great staff go see Doctor Burks!
Dr. Burks is an outstanding physician.
Dr. Burks was great. He has performed two surgeries on me and both greatly helped my injuries. I would definitely recommend Dr. Burks and his staff at the U of U.
Dr. Burks explained in detail the procedure he performed and showed detailed pictures of the procedure. He is very knowledgeable and informative.
Good care provider
Dr. Burks is a wonderful physician. He sincerely listened to everything I said. I will refer everyone I know who needs shoulder surgery to him.
I honestly still don't know what's wrong with me or recommended care until a followup 5 weeks later. I had to go to someone else.
I have already recommended Dr. Burks to two of my friends
We love Dr Burks .
I felt good about resolving my issues as I left
Dr. Burkes was thorough, patient and presented me with numerous options and answered thoughtfully and completely the questions that I raised. His physical exam was very detailed and I thought that between his reading of the MRI, questioning to me and physical exam he covered all the bases and I was confident in his conclusions and recommendations. I was particiularly pleased that he advised me to proceed cautiously on my decision and give myself time to let things sink in and to think about it carefully.
I was more scolded and insulted on my weight than my actual knee condition and was asked bluntly what I wanted to do about it.
I appreciate Dr. Burks explanations and validation to me regarding my pain. He has always encouraged my input in any treatment decisions.
Dr. Burks is the best surgeon I have ever had! He genuinely cares about how you feel and respects which option you have chosen. He obviously loves what he does for a living.
Taylor explained the option of getting a cortisone shot instead of rotator cuff surgery and the Dr. Burks also explained it clearly in more detail. The shot is working wonderfully to relieve my left shoulder pain.
Great
I asked to have my daughter listen in via phone so I would have another set of ears to process the info from the doctor, and both Dr Burks and his Fellow were very gracious in accepting
Very good interaction
Dr Burks listened to my physical symptoms and considered my individual clinical findings vs MRI to make the best recommendations.
Dr Burks' explanations were clear and easy to understand concerning the possible problems with my shoulder and what the next step would be. He answered my questions and concerns. I felt confident in the care I received.
Excellent information and exam by Chad (athletic trainer) and Dr. Burks
Awesome!
Great clinician, bedside manner iffy.
Nice visit
Care provider was top of the line best i've ever had
Very good
Very good
Very good
Great!
Couldn't ask for better help from all the staff
Dr. Burks is great. Listens carefully. Invites discussions.
I trust Dr Burks to provide the best possible care. He gives all necessary information and potential treatments and supports the patient's decision.
Very upsetting appointment for me. I've been a patient of Dr. Burks for 17 years and something changed with this visit. He seemed unprepared and disagreed with the radiologist's findings. Dr. Burks had no answers or ideas about what was going on in my knee and said, " maybe I'm missing something." He was in a hurry to leave the room as he inched closer and closer to the door. I left very frustrated and felt my appointment was a waste of time.
Dr. Burks is the best! He has taken care of me through a number of mishaps and he is so very knowledgeable, compassionate and justbplain wonderful !!!
Excellent care as usual from Dr Burks. Explained options well and carried out procedure with care.
Good experience
Factual, honest and helpful
Dr. Berk and his assistant were very professional and informative. Enjoyed our virtual visit and the convenience of not traveling 3 hrs.
Dr. Did not want to hear what I was saying.
Good experience
Dr. Burks was very clear about what I could & could not do at this point after my surgery.
minimal explanation of what was wrong and treatment options. He just read the results.
Dr. Burks & Chad are great!
good communication
dr burks took adequate tome explaining my options and risks. made a solid decision with his help
Dr Burks always listens to my concerns and explains my chronic changes in terms I can understand
Dr. Burks always engaged with me to discuss recovery process
I appreciated very much the care Dr. Burks gave me. Friendly, thorough and invested in my care. It was a great experience.
The doctor did not introduce himself, barely looked at me, acted condescending when I asked him to stop doing an examination that hurt. He said there was nothing he could do for me and did not explain why or what he thought my diagnosis was. I was upset and started to cry. The doctors did not express any concern and just left.
Dr Burke did a fantastic job explaining what is wrong in my shoulder, what the possible complications he could find once he gets inside my shoulder, and what to expect after my surgery. I would have liked it if he had left more time for me to ask questions. he answered my questions but it felt rushed.
Everything was very thoroughly explained
I was very pleased with the questions and options, the testing the resident and the surgeon performed. They both showed me the MRIs that had been taken of my injured area and explained what they saw in some detail.
doctor had to refer me to another doctor for further care, but made sure to do everything he could to make sure I had everything he could provide before sending me on my way.
Doctor seemed rushed. had his hand on the door at the end of the session. Felt a little bit like I was being talked down to. He didn't know anything about me prior to walking in the door. Didny take my financial and professional concerns about not delaying surgery seriously.
GOOD EXPERIENCE
The entire care team is consistently courteous, professional, and caring. These are important when it comes to my selection of health care providers.
Dr. Burks doesn't engage very well in trying to come to a resolution of my symptoms.
After knee surgery, I had some abnormal pain and swelling in the areas of incision and around the knee. Dr. Burks and staff were very helpful and showed concern to help me be seen before my followup appointment to learn about the pain and what could be going on. I am grateful the team was so helpful to help me heal quickly and ensure all was okay. I continue to improve and get better and have healed quickly from the surgery.
Dr. Burks was great, as always. Took lots of time; answered all questions. He's very personable and caring. Also, the 2nd year resident, Megan (I think), was extremely detailed and knowledgeable. She took one helluva detailed history and repeated it to Dr. Burks completely. She was also quite personable and caring.
He was disrespectful and assumptive. He said I was a difficult patient after knowing me for less than 5 minutes. He said I was lazy because I have diabetes. I am not lazy. He also said I would have slow healing time because I'm diabetic and lazy. He said that I would ask for a sling and not do any exercise so my shoulder would freeze up. This is not true. I torm my MCL. I went to physical therapy and did the exercises at home. Instead of assuming he should ask questions. He should be counseled on how to properly communicate with patients. As for not being lazy, I am currently remodeling my house. It's hard work. I'm not paying a contractor. that is why I need my shoulder fixed so I can get back to work.
All of the professionals who interacted with me on the call seemed to care about my situation and answered my questions completely.
Dr Burk is totally to be trusted in his evaluations.
I achieved exactly what I expected to achieve during the visit. the doctor answered all of my questions clearly and understandably
If I have any further problems with that knee or any problems with my other knee, I will certainly be looking for Dr. Burkes again.
Very good.
dr Burkes was very thorough and was able to get me scheduled for surgery quickly
I kept asking about the possibilty of my meniscus 'popping' out of place. It was totally ignored. I went to a different ortho doc the next day for a different issue and he answered that question with a yes it is possible. The doctors there all dismissed it like I was some fool.
I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Dr. Burks.
Dr Burks is the best! Chad and Oliver are so good at supporting me! great team!
great.
U of U Campus Orthopaedic is the best. Dr. Burks and everyone in his staff, along with the Surgery team , everyone of them are hands down world class quality. the level of professionalism, expertise, facilities, techological advance and most important , the human touch in caaring service is the very best you cand find. Thank you to everyone. The best treatment and surgery experience ever .
Explanations were clear, concise and involved/ encouraged my input regarding conservative treatment vs surgery-left me with food for thought but gave me all the information I will need to decide which option I choose.
Dr. Burks is an excellent surgeon but when it comes to anything out of the operating room you'll be hard pressed to get his attention and to get him to answer questions. He seems to always have his hand on the door handle ready for the next patient every time (literally). I always wait 20-45 minutes for him to come into the room and I'm lucky if I get 5 minutes out of him. Recommend as a surgeon but not as a doctor.
Dr. Burks was great. This was my first follow-up post surgery and he was very clear what the next steps would be. He reviewed my xrays with me and even showed me some pictures from during the surgery. All of my questions were answered during the visit.
seemed rushed. didn't give me options
Dr. Burke was fantastic. I very much appreciated his efforts and the efforts of his assistant.
Dr. Burke is all buisness and very detailed in his explanation. Which is exactly what I want from someone who will be cutting me open.
Dr. Burks showed little concern for my condition and was dismissive of my input and questions. The other doctors I have seen in this practice have been amazing, so this was a disappointing experience.
Dr. Burks has been extraordinary. Chad & Oliver as well!
Burks and his team are top notch. They were able to address all of my concerns and were a delight to work with. I felt very comfortable discussing my medical needs and knew their attention was 100% on me and my health.
Dr. Burks and Chad were both supportive, clear, and explained clearly my options
DR Berk was thorough about the process and potential risk, he also was very attentive to my concerns about surgery or natural healing.