Dr. Spencer Richards, MD, Bountiful, UT | Sports Medicine Specialist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.87

About Dr. Spencer Richards

For a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency dept. For immediate help with a mental health crisis, call 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. We focus on three things in my practice: 1) Accurate diagnosis--many times the wrong or insufficient treatments are recommended because the real root problems haven't been identified. We use detailed exam, history questions, and in-office imaging tools to get to the accurate cause of your problem. 2) Nonsurgical, conservative treatments--we create treatment plans with you (and your specific needs and goals) that include therapeutic exercise, body mechanic adjustments, medications, injections, biologic tools like platelets, and general health recommendations. We'll help you understand the difference between just treating your pain and really solving the problem. We also keep in mind how quickly you want to get back to activity and do everything we can to minimize that time. 3) Health promotion and wellness--we promote healthy lifestyles and provide specific instructions, recommendations, tips and answers to your questions about exercise, sleep, nutrition, etc. We want to keep you active or help you start being more active, and we will work around any medical issues you have so that you're safe. I am one of you—working to stay healthy, active, and enjoy life. Like everyone, I sometimes face setbacks, health issues, or injuries along the way. I am passionate about my role as a sports medicine physician in helping you get better safely, conservatively, cost-effectively, and quickly--because I've been in your shoes and appreciate those principles of care just like you. I will engage you in your care, helping you make decisions about what tests we pursue, what treatments are best, and when it's safe to resume full activity. I want you to have every bit the same quality of life I'm trying to enjoy!

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Pain in joint

Other popular visit reasons

Arthritis

Arthroscopy

Foot Consultation

Foot Injuries

Orthopedic Consultation

Pain Management Consultation

Physical Therapy Consultation

Prolotherapy

Arthritis

Arthroscopy

Foot Consultation

Foot Injuries

Office location

Intermountain Health Sports Medicine Specialists - Bountiful

280 N Main St, Bountiful, UT 84010

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Education and background

Practice names

Intermountain Health UT - Central Sports Medicine

Hospital affiliations

LDS Hospital

Board certifications

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

Education and training

Medical School - University Utah Physical Medcn, Doctor of Medicine
Intermountain Health Utah Valley Sports Medicine - Provo, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Residency in Family Practice
Brigham Young University (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

English
Korean

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1609845775

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

4.87

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Spencer Richards?

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Is Dr. Spencer Richards accepting new patients?

Dr. Spencer Richards generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Richards's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Which hospital is Dr. Spencer Richards affiliated with?

Dr. Spencer Richards is affiliated with LDS Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Spencer Richards work with?

Dr. Spencer Richards works with Intermountain Health UT - Central Sports Medicine.

Where is Dr. Spencer Richards's office located?

Dr. Spencer Richards's office is located at 280 N Main St, Bountiful, UT 84010.

Which board certifications does Dr. Spencer Richards have?

Dr. Spencer Richards 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. Spencer Richards?

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