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Our Experts Deliver Specialized Care with a Comprehensive Team Approach

When you choose University Orthopaedic Services at University of Utah Health, you receive care from an integrated team of specialists. Our model of comprehensive care creates a unique treatment plan tailored to your condition. From physical therapy to surgery (if needed), our team collaborates to deliver the care you need, in one place.

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Where Utah Goes for Orthopedic Care

Our patients love our care approach. Whether we help you recover from an injury or deal with a chronic condition, you are our priority.

As one of the nation’s leading specialty services, we offer the latest in treatments for your bones, joints, and muscles. Treatments like physical therapy, hip and knee replacement, sports medicine services, and more are available.

Find our specialists at University Orthopaedic Center and in the Farmington, Salt Lake City, Redwood, South Jordan, and Sugar House areas.

Learn what an orthopedic physician does and what to expect at your first appointment.

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WE TAKE CARE OF EVERY ORTHOPEDIC CONDITION FOR THE YOUNG AND OLD ALIKE.

Why Choose University Orthopaedics

We treat patients from all over the nation. Other health care providers know they can depend on us for complex care. Patients with complex conditions are often sent to our system or their providers contact us.

Wherever you are located, we want to see you. The University Orthopaedic Center in Salt Lake City is our home, but we will provide care wherever you are: Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Colorado, Montana, or beyond. We are here for you.

Our specialists also participate in clinical research and educating tomorrow’s physicians. Our priority is to make sure that you get the same great care tomorrow as we provide today.

Learn More About Our Research & Education

Research in Orthopedics

The Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Utah has increased our research programs over the past decade. This research provides you with the best in cutting edge care from a team of clinical faculty, PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and clinical research coordinators.

Education in Orthopaedics

Because you will need care not just today but into tomorrow, we work hard to share our expertise. The education we offer for medical students, residents, and fellows is critical to our success in the future.

Resources for Our Patients

What Does an Orthopedic Doctor Do?

If you play sports, are in your 40s or 50s, or have family and friends who are physically active, you’ve probably heard of the word "orthopedics.” But do you know what orthopedic doctors really do? And how do you know if you could benefit from seeing one?

Read About Orthopedic Doctors

Orthopedic Injury Clinic

At our Orthopedic Injury Clinic, you can get an appointment the day you call. Come to this clinic for fractures, dislocations, or other pains to your bones, joints, or muscles that won't go away.

View Our Ortho Injury Clinic

When to See a Sports Medicine Doctor

Everyone has a body. To take care of it, you’ll need to stay active. But no matter how careful you are, at some point or another, you may injure yourself. Should you see a doctor right away? Or is it better to take it easy and wait for the injury to heal on its own?

Read the Symptoms & Injury List

What Is Physical Therapy?

Physical therapy helps you improve your function, range of motion, and overall quality of life. It can help speed up healing from an injury, reduce pain, and prevent injury. For some people, physical therapy can significantly delay the need for surgery or help avoid it altogether.

Learn How Physical Therapy Can Help You

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