Dr. Benjamin Buchanan, MD, St. George, UT | Sports Medicine Specialist

About Dr. Benjamin Buchanan

Dr. Benjamin Buchanan, MD, is a board-certified sports medicine physician specializing in non-surgical orthopedic care. He diagnoses and treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including fractures, tendon and ligament injuries, joint pain, arthritis, overuse injuries, sports injuries, and other orthopedic conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, foot, and ankle. He cares for patients of all ages and activity levels—from competitive athletes to individuals simply looking to stay active and pain-free. Dr. Buchanan's goal is to relieve pain, restore function, and help patients safely return to work, sports, and activities they enjoy. He emphasizes personalized, evidence-based treatment plans and specializes in ultrasound-guided procedures while pursuing non-operative treatment whenever possible. In addition to caring for patients in the clinic, Dr. Buchanan serves as a Team Physician for Utah Tech University and Dixie High School, providing orthopedic/sports medicine care for student-athletes. His experience treating athletes complements his expertise in caring for active individuals and everyday patients alike. Dr. Buchanan earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Brigham Young University before receiving his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Paul L. Foster School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center and a Sports Medicine fellowship at Uniformed Services University. With a background in military medicine, Dr. Buchanan is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care focused on recovery, injury prevention, and helping patients return to the activities that matter most. Dr. Buchanan is a member of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine and the American College of Sports Medicine. Originally from El Paso, Texas, he is proud to serve the St. George community with comprehensive orthopedic and sports medicine care.

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Areas of expertise

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Pain in joint

Arthritis

Pain in joint

Arthritis

Office location

Intermountain Health Southwest Orthopedics

652 S Medical Center Dr, Ste 120, St. George, UT 84790

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Education and background

Practice names

Intermountain Health Southwest Orthopedics

Hospital affiliations

Dixie Regional Medical Center - River Road Campus

Board certifications

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

Education and training

Medical School - Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, Doctor of Medicine
Brigham Young University, B.S.
Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (Residency)
Uniformed Services University (Fellowship) Sports Medicine

Professional memberships

American Medical Society for Sports Medicine

Awards and publications

Intermountain Health Patient Experience Award of Excellence (2022)
Intermountain Health Patient Experience Award of Excellence (2023)
Intermountain Health Patient Experience Award of Excellence (2024)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1700299310

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Frequently asked questions

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Which hospital is Dr. Benjamin Buchanan affiliated with?

Dr. Benjamin Buchanan is affiliated with Dixie Regional Medical Center - River Road Campus.

What practice does Dr. Benjamin Buchanan work with?

Dr. Benjamin Buchanan works with Intermountain Health Southwest Orthopedics.

Where is Dr. Benjamin Buchanan's office located?

Dr. Benjamin Buchanan's office is located at 652 S Medical Center Dr, St. George, UT 84790.

Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Buchanan have?

Dr. Benjamin Buchanan is certified by American Board of Family Medicine and Sports Medicine (American Board of Family Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Benjamin Buchanan?

Dr. Benjamin Buchanan frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Foot Consultation, Orthopedic Consultation, Physical Therapy Consultation, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Benjamin Buchanan on their profile.