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Dr. Chen attended Brigham Young University and received a degree in molecular biology. He then completed medical school at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. Subsequent to a transitional internship in Portland, Oregon, Dr. Chen did his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Stanford University. After residency, Dr. Chen completed an interventional spine and pain fellowship through the Utah Center for Pain Management and Research in Provo, Utah. Dr. Chen founded Alta Pain Physicians in 2010.
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Kimberly F.

09/15/2022

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Always listens like a friend, not like a doctor

Dr. Chen has always been a very friendly doctor and he listens as if he’s a friend. I understand his diagnosis and he always gives the treatment plan to me without using big dr. words I don’t understand. He treats me as a friend who really cares instead of a stuffy and perfect walking medical dictionary who has zero feelings about people who need help.

I left a pain specialist I’d been seeing for approximately four years. The “only” thing he was doing was putting a Band-Aid on my problems by prescribing me more and more pills to take. After one appt. with Dr. Chen, my eyes were wide open to the fact I was only getting my pain managed by pills Dr. Chen had me get an MRI and started fixing me instead of just taking more drugs.

I have recommended Dr. Chen to other people I know who need help managing pain either before or after surgery.

Sherry S.

09/15/2022

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Great experience, very satisfied.

Very efficient and caring. No wait time and always explains every step of the procedure. Makes sure that you are comfortable and addresses your concerns.

Kara L. J.

09/15/2022

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Easy to talk to!

Went well. Was a follow up with medicine check. Dr Chen followed up with me a few weeks ago for a problem with my medicine and the pharmacy. The miscommunication wasn't his fault. He requested generic substitute if name brand couldn't be filled. The pharmacy didn't relay this to me. They just told me that the insurance company has denied the request and I needed a new pre-authorization. They didn't even ask if it was okay to fill with generic substitute. Dr Chen responded to my email within 15 minutes to let me know that's what had happened. He also called the pharmacy to tell them to fill the prescription with generic. If they had let me know the issue I could have had my prescription filled within a day, instead of a week late and I wouldn't have had to contact Dr Chen on his personal email. But he was great to respond to me so quickly to get this issue resolved. Thank you, Dr Chen!!!

B L.

09/15/2022

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I would like a but more time to explain my pain.

I seen doc Shane this and every visit. He and doc Chen are awesome doctors. But I would really like a bit more time in explaining more about my pains. I now ha e hip and knee troubles.

Mary E. R.

09/15/2022

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Good!

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Larry F.

09/15/2022

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Great experience with Dr. Chen and Shane.

Dr. Chen and Shane have a real interest in diagnosing and treating my pain problems. So appreciate them and their new staff.

Jeremy S.

09/16/2022

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Doctor is Thoughtful of my needs.

Didn’t wait long. Doc was attentive of my needs. I’m thankful for Dr. Chen and his staff.

Kim K.

06/15/2022

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Dr. Chen is the best pain doctor I’ve ever see .

He always listens to all of my concerns, involves me in the decisions about my treatment, genuinely cares about me and my family and knowing how we are, never tries to tell me I need more treatment than I do just to get extra money, and he is super empathetic about my pain. Totally judgment-free.

John R.

06/15/2022

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This was a change from Dr. Byrd.

I had been seeing Dr. Byrd since 2004. Then Dr. Byrd transitioned to Alta Pain Clinic, and I continued seeing him until he transitioned once again, this time out of state, so this was my first appointment with anyone other than Dr. Byrd since 2004. However, the experience proved to be enjoyable and I was able to continue with the pain medication regimen that Dr. Byrd and I had set up and proved worked.

J P.

09/14/2022

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Dr Chen and his staff are the best

Dr Chen and staff have been helpful and caring during any of my visits

Rick N.

09/14/2022

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GREAT!!!

My visit today with Shane was Exceptional

Cheryl H.

09/14/2022

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By far, the best experience with a provider I've had in a long, long time!

Went in due to chronic pain I've been experiencing for over 2 years. He was professional and actually listened to what had been going on - not in a hurry at all - took the time I needed to explain the situation. Refreshing, engaged...basically a God-send to me.

R V.

09/14/2022

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Always great!

Dr. Chen always listens and is willing to help with relieving pain. He and his staff are friendly and willing to do is needed to make it each visit a good experience.

M R.

09/16/2022

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Made me fell less anxious

Fast and easy

J F.

09/19/2022

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Shane is very good with listening to my problems

Dr. Chan and Shane are One of the best doctors and facilities I’ve had to deal with with listening to my problems not treating me as somebody out just to get meds but actually helps me with my extreme pain willing to give me options to help relieve instead of just throwing Tess and procedures at me they actually try to help with my overall quality of life considering I’m also in organ failure they take that into consideration and are very diligent on keeping base and in touch with my other doctors all the staff are wonderful friendly rarely do you have to wait and if you do it’s only 5 to 10 minutes

S D.

09/19/2022

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All the help I need for my pain issues.

On time. Great ideas. Follows through.

Lisa W.

09/19/2022

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The new nurses need more training, i wait 1 and half forto go see him and they kept putting people i

Oh i love seeing Dr Chen and Shane are wonderful

Melinda W.

09/20/2022

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Always positive. I feel very confident in his abilities and kniwledge

Been going for many years. I have total confidence in him.

T R.

09/20/2022

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Cares about his patients

I would recommend this place to anybody

Jan C.

09/20/2022

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Very efficient and trustworthy

Always a pleasure

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Chen, Michael M, DO

Chen, Michael M, MD

Categories
Physicians & Surgeons, Pain Management, Physicians & Surgeons, Physicians & Surgeons, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Specialties: Physical Medicine/Rehabilitation

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