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Derrick B. Allred
( out of 68 reviews )

Derrick B. Allred, MD

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

Clinical Locations

Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital

Salt Lake City
801-646-8000

  • Dr. Derrick Allred, MD, is an Associate Professor (Clinical) in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital. He serves as the Brain Injury Medical Director, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of brain injuries such as traumatic brain injury, disorders of consciousness, and neurologic disorders.

    Board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and Brain Injury Medicine, Dr. Allred's clinical focus center on providing individualized care and education for patients and their families, both in inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient settings. His commitment to excellence extends to his memberships in the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the Association of Academic Physiatry.

    In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Allred is actively involved in trainee education and is a passionate advocate for fostering a dynamic learning environment. Beginning in 2025, he will assume the role of Fellowship Director for the ACGME-accredited Brain Injury Fellowship training program. Raised in Southern Utah, he completed his undergraduate and medical degrees at the ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ of Utah, followed by his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ of Texas ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Allred brings his experience from UT ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ San Antonio, where he served as an Assistant Professor and fulfilled the role of Residency Program Director.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
    American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
    American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sub: Brain Injury Medicine)

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 68 reviews )

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    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

    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.

    May 26, 2025
    NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

    Excellent Physician and provider!

    April 20, 2025
    NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

    Very satisfied thanks

    April 09, 2025
    NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

    Dr. Allred was very professional and friendly. He explained the procedure very well.

    March 27, 2025
    NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

    Excellent Doctor

    March 19, 2025
    NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

    It was a good experience

    February 17, 2025
    NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

    He was super nice and fun to talk!

    February 13, 2025
    NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

    Thanks for making it tolerable!

    November 05, 2024
    NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

    Dr Allred was very warm and friendly. He listened carefully without judgement. He made sure that I did'nt feel rushed . I felt very good about the care I will have with him and his colleagues.

    October 03, 2024
    NEILSEN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

    Dr. Allred was professional amazing and had great patient skills, I really appreciated the care I got that day

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  • Dr. Derrick Allred, MD, is an Associate Professor (Clinical) in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital. He serves as the Brain Injury Medical Director, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of brain injuries such as traumatic brain injury, disorders of consciousness, and neurologic disorders.

    Board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and Brain Injury Medicine, Dr. Allred's clinical focus center on providing individualized care and education for patients and their families, both in inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient settings. His commitment to excellence extends to his memberships in the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the Association of Academic Physiatry.

    In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Allred is actively involved in trainee education and is a passionate advocate for fostering a dynamic learning environment. Beginning in 2025, he will assume the role of Fellowship Director for the ACGME-accredited Brain Injury Fellowship training program. Raised in Southern Utah, he completed his undergraduate and medical degrees at the ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ of Utah, followed by his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ of Texas ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Allred brings his experience from UT ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ San Antonio, where he served as an Assistant Professor and fulfilled the role of Residency Program Director.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation -Associate Professor (Clinical)
    Board Certification
    American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
    American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
    American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sub: Brain Injury Medicine)

    Education history

    Chief Resident Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ of Texas ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ Science Center at San Antonio Administrative Chief Resident
    Residency Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ of Texas ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ Science Center at San Antonio Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine - ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ of Utah School of Medicine M.D.
    Undergraduate Behavioral Science & ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ - ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ of Utah B.S.
    Undergraduate Major: Biology; Minor: Chemistry - ÑÇÖÞ×ÔοÊÓƵ of Utah B.S.
    Undergraduate General Education - Snow College A.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Nwora C, Allred DB, Verduzco-Gutierrez M (2020). Mitigating Bias in Virtual Interviews for Applicants Who are Underrepresented in Medicine. J Natl Med Assoc, 113(1), 74-76. ()
    2. Crouch AK, Dawson M, Long D, Allred D, Madsen T (2010). Perceived confidence in the FAST exam before and after an educational intervention in a developing country. Int J Emerg Med, 3(1), 49-52. ()

    Review

    1. Eapen BC, Allred DB, ORourke J, Cifu DX (2015). Rehabilitation of moderate-to-severe traumatic brain injury. [Review]. Semin Neurol, 35(1), e1-3. ()

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