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Graham E. Wagner
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Graham E. Wagner, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Clinical Neurosciences Center

Salt Lake City
801-585-7575

οƵ Orthopaedic Center

Salt Lake City
801-587-7109

  • Graham E. Wagner, MD is a physiatrist with a focus on the care and treatment of painful spine and musculoskeletal conditions. He holds specialty board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and subspecialty board certification in Pain Medicine. Dr. Wagner works closely with patients to diagnose the source of their pain and to help them understand their treatment options. Treatment plans span the spectrum of conservative care with rehabilitation and exercise all the way through interventional spinal procedures and cutting-edge neuromodulation, with the overarching goal of restoring function and improving quality of life. He also collaborates closely with spine surgeons at the Department of Neurosurgery to ensure that patients have access to the full gamut of spine treatment options and are receiving the “right treatment at the right time for the right reason.”

    Dr. Wagner completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the οƵ of Utah where he served as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in Pain Medicine at Dartmouth. He currently serves on the οƵ Policy Division of the International Spine Intervention Society and the οƵ Policy Council of the North American Spine Society. Dr. Wagner is also a mountain sports enthusiast and a community advocate for sustainable trail development as a means of promoting outdoor recreation and fostering active lifestyles.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sub: Pain Medicine)

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 728 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    May 31, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr Graham is an incredible doctor. I get very nervous about spine procedures and he is always clear about what is happening, calm and willing to answer any question. I am so appreciative of him and his team as I have spent years trying to find a solution. I am grateful to have found him and his team.

    May 24, 2025
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr.Wagner was very professional. He made sure that my health concerns were explained in a way that I would be able to understand. He

    May 22, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr. Wagner is an exceptional provider. He is knowledgeable, kind, respectful, and gently explains each step of my spinal injection before proceeding. I trust him. I am grateful that he is my provider. I get superb results from his injections!

    May 22, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE

    He has explained the procedure, process for insurance approval, and expectations of the procedure for my condition.

    May 22, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr Graham Wagner is a very good provider. He is so patient, kind, compassionate and caring provider. When he was doing my L2-3 & L3-4 steroid injection and he had to go around my spinal fusions he was so gentle and knew it was painful and he put medication very slow. I am so grateful that I have him as a provider and he is always concerned about my pain. I would recommend him to anyone who needs steroid injections. He is an awesome provider

    May 22, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE

    I liked his professionalism as well as his skill and knowledge.

    May 21, 2025
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr Graham Wagner is the best because he takes his care for his patients seriously; he loves what he does.

    May 14, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Very good doctor understood what I needed

    May 13, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr. Wagner is very cordial, yet professional. Hes' very easy to talk to and makes you feel comfortable.I would recommend him very highly.

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  • Graham E. Wagner, MD is a physiatrist with a focus on the care and treatment of painful spine and musculoskeletal conditions. He holds specialty board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and subspecialty board certification in Pain Medicine. Dr. Wagner works closely with patients to diagnose the source of their pain and to help them understand their treatment options. Treatment plans span the spectrum of conservative care with rehabilitation and exercise all the way through interventional spinal procedures and cutting-edge neuromodulation, with the overarching goal of restoring function and improving quality of life. He also collaborates closely with spine surgeons at the Department of Neurosurgery to ensure that patients have access to the full gamut of spine treatment options and are receiving the “right treatment at the right time for the right reason.”

    Dr. Wagner completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the οƵ of Utah where he served as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in Pain Medicine at Dartmouth. He currently serves on the οƵ Policy Division of the International Spine Intervention Society and the οƵ Policy Council of the North American Spine Society. Dr. Wagner is also a mountain sports enthusiast and a community advocate for sustainable trail development as a means of promoting outdoor recreation and fostering active lifestyles.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation -Assistant Professor (Clinical)
    Neurosurgery -Adjunct Assistant Professor
    Board Certification
    American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sub: Pain Medicine)

    Education history

    Fellowship Pain Medicine - Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth/Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Fellow
    Residency Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - οƵ of Utah School of Medicine Resident
    Chief Resident Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - οƵ of Utah School of Medicine Chief Resident
    Residency Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - οƵ of Utah School of Medicine Resident
    Internship Internal Medicine - Georgetown οƵ Medstar Washington Hospital Center Intern
    Undergraduate Political Science - οƵ of Rhode Island B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Joyce AA, Conger A, McCormick ZL, Kendall RW, Wagner G, Teramoto M, Cushman DM (2020). Changes in Interventional Pain Physician Decision-Making, Practice Patterns, and Mental οƵ During the Early Phase of the SARS-CoV-2 Global Pandemic. Pain Med, 21(12), 3585-3595. ()
    2. Conger A, Sperry BP, Cheney CW, Burnham TM, Mahan MA, Onofrei LV, Cushman DM, Wagner GE, Shipman H, Teramoto M, McCormick ZL (2020). The Effectiveness of Spinal Cord Stimulation for the Treatment of Axial Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review with Narrative Synthesis. Pain Med, 21(11), 2699-2712. ()

    Review

    1. Yang AJ, Wagner G, Burnham T, McCormick ZL, Schneider BJ (2021). Radiofrequency Ablation for Chronic Posterior Sacroiliac Joint Complex Pain: A Comprehensive Review. [Review]. Pain Med, 22(Suppl 1), S9-S13. ()

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