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Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer, MD

Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
5848 S Fashion Blvd, Murray, UT
Benjamin Widmer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow reconstruction who practices at The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (TOSH). His clinical interests include shoulder arthroplasty, fracture care, arthroscopic treatment of instability, and rotator cuff pathologies. Additionally, he provides trauma and fracture care at Intermountain Medical Center’s Level I Trauma Center. He is a partner in The Orthopedic Specialty Clinic and serves as the Medical Staff President at TOSH. Additionally, he serves as the Associate Medical Director for Shoulder Surgery in Intermountain Healthcare’s Musculoskeletal Clinical Program. He is involved with the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Society (ASES), the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). He serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. Ben was born in Maine but grew up primarily outside Philadelphia. He received bachelor’s degrees in Zoology and English from Ohio Wesleyan University and his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Chicago. He completed an orthopedic internship and residency at the University of Utah before heading back to Philadelphia for a fellowship in adult reconstruction of the shoulder and elbow at the University of Pennsylvania. Ben and his wife live in Salt Lake City with their two children. They coach youth soccer and lacrosse and enjoy skiing, biking, and camping as a family.
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About Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer

Benjamin Widmer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow reconstruction who practices at The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (TOSH). His clinical interests include shoulder arthroplasty, fracture care, arthroscopic treatment of instability, and rotator cuff pathologies. Additionally, he provides trauma and fracture care at Intermountain Medical Center’s Level I Trauma Center. He is a partner in The Orthopedic Specialty Clinic and serves as the Medical Staff President at TOSH. Additionally, he serves as the Associate Medical Director for Shoulder Surgery in Intermountain Healthcare’s Musculoskeletal Clinical Program. He is involved with the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Society (ASES), the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). He serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. Ben was born in Maine but grew up primarily outside Philadelphia. He received bachelor’s degrees in Zoology and English from Ohio Wesleyan University and his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Chicago. He completed an orthopedic internship and residency at the University of Utah before heading back to Philadelphia for a fellowship in adult reconstruction of the shoulder and elbow at the University of Pennsylvania. Ben and his wife live in Salt Lake City with their two children. They coach youth soccer and lacrosse and enjoy skiing, biking, and camping as a family.

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This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Rotator cuff injury
Total shoulder replacement
Joint injury due to trauma
Joint problems
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand
Arthritis
Rotator cuff injury
Total shoulder replacement
Joint injury due to trauma
Joint problems

Office location

Intermountain Health UT - Central Sports Medicine
5848 S Fashion Blvd, Murray, UT 84107
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Intermountain Medical Center
  • LDS Hospital

Board certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • University Utah Physical Medcn, Internship in General Surgery
  • U of U Health Orthopaedic Center Pharmacy, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

Languages spoken

  • English

NPI number

1871760439

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Which hospital is Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer affiliated with?

Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer is affiliated with Intermountain Medical Center and LDS Hospital.

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Where is Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer's office located?

Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer's office is located at 5848 S Fashion Blvd, Murray, UT 84107.

Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer have?

Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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

Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Foot Consultation, Orthopedic Consultation, Pain Management Consultation, and Physical Therapy Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer speak?

Dr. Benjamin J. Widmer speaks English.

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