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Benjamin K. Buchanan

Benjamin K. Buchanan, MD

Sports Medicine

Accepting New Patients
Need help scheduling? Call 435-251-3600

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Child 2-12
  • Adolescent 13-18
  • Adult 19-64
  • Older Adult >65

Gender

Male

Hospital Affiliation

  • St George Regional Hospital

About Benjamin K. Buchanan

About The Provider

Dr. Benjamin Buchanan, MD, is a board-certified sports medicine physician with advanced training in non-surgical orthopedic care. He specializes in diagnosing and managing musculoskeletal injuries, helping patients recover from pain and return to the activities they enjoy—whether that’s daily life, work, or high-level athletics.

Dr. Buchanan earned his Bachelor of Science in exercise science from Brigham Young University and received his medical degree from Texas Tech Health Science Center Paul L. Foster School of Medicine. He completed residency at Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center and a sports medicine fellowship at Uniformed Services University.
With a background in military medicine and expertise in treating athletes of all levels, Dr. Buchanan provides patient-centered care that prioritizes recovery, performance, and prevention. His professional affiliations include the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine and the American College of Sports Medicine. Originally from El Paso, Texas, Dr. Buchanan brings a strong sense of discipline, compassion, and commitment to the St. George community.

Locations

  1. Southwest Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic - Hurricane
    • phone: 435-628-4460
    • fax: 435-251-3601
  2. Southwest Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic - Sports Medicine
    • 652 South Medical Center Drive, Suite 120, Saint George, UT 84790
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    • phone: 435-251-3600
    • fax: 435-216-4934

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: National Capital Consortium, Sports Medicine, 2020
  • Residency: Alexander T Augusta Military Medical Center, Family Medicine, 2017
  • Medical School: Texas Tech Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, 2014

Board Certifications

  • Sports Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine, 2020
  • American Board of Family Medicine, 2017

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

604 ratings, 65 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    He listens, he cares. He makes me feel like I matter

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    Very skilled in ultrasound guided diagnosis and injections

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    Exceptional! Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    Very happy with his willingness to help with the problems of my particular situation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Can't say enough good things about Dr. Buchanan. I trust him to give me the very best medical advice and treat me soundly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Gave me options and recommendations. Treatment was spot on.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    Dr. Buchanan was very professional and listened to my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    He is an exceptional doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/4/2026

    Dr Buchanan was very helpful in explaining my hip and back issues and giving me options to remedy it. He is very knowledgeable, compassionate, and professional with his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    He has a great bedside manner. He explained everything, and made me feel comfortable. Will recommend him highly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    Explained the required treatment and provided my with options. Very professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Very thankful that Dr Buchanan agreed to work with me and my unusual situation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Dr Buchanan explains so that you as the patient understands exactly what is happening and offers alternatives and give choices to treatments. He truly cares about my well being.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    One of the Best Doctors I have been treated by

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/13/2025

    Suggested several additional treatments.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    he explained all my questions to me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Very helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Understands my treatment needs and treatment has always been successful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Good visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    Greats technique and patient skills

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    I enjoyed my first time visiting him A Doctor that is very good at being a doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    He was on time and explained options to help with my shoulder problems.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    He was patient with me & answered all my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    Dr Ben uses his expertise to treat my conditions to meet my desires. He is also a good person with a pleasant fun and caring disposition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Answered my questions. Explained everything in a simple way and was very thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Would not go anywhere else.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    All good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Nice guy

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    My first meeting with Dr Buchanan. I like him. He was thorough, Knowledgeable and honest about my diagnosis and how to treat my knee problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Dr. Buchanan is a great listener and a doctor who wants to help. He’s the type of doctor you can trust to know that he will do his best to help you heal.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    None. Doctor was very good at explaining everything.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Very positive experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    He's the best for me!ND my husband, my sister, Etc..... Need i say more? We all think the world of him!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Dr. Benjamin Buchanan was very professional, compassionate, and explained the options I had and let me make the decisions needed with his professional and educated information to help me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    I liked him a lot, and he was very attentive and responsive to questions which were asked by my family on my behalf.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Lisen understand make decision very good

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    Awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    He listen well and treated my problem that I had fast. I like that.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    He took the time to answer all my questions in a kind and unhurried manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    I like working with him. His approach made sense and seems like a logical next step.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    I appreciate his professionalism as well as doing what he could to keep the medical costs minimal. Thanks for all your help!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    knowledgeable, caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    I greatly appreciate the care I received from Dr. Buchanan because he listened to my concerns and made cogent recommendations. Additionally he explained everything very well, was polite, and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    He is very knowledgeable and explains things very well. I would definitely see him again if necessary.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    He was just incredible. Explained the procedure thoroughly and made us feel comfortable and confident with him and the procedure. 10 out of 10, highly recommend!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Professional, empathetic towards symptoms of discomfort. He went out of his way to adjust his schedule so I could be seen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Very professional and skilled

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Doctor Buchanan has been doing a great job as usual.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Dr. Buchanan did an amazing job treating me and getting me back to my regular, daily activities. I hope to be able to continue to see him in the future to manage my knee injury.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    He's good at understanding problems I have and giving me what I need to help through the situation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    I liked how completely he described everything and how he offered options for my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    A very pleasant and caring doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    He's very knowlegable and is very gentle with the procedsure I had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    It was a great experience

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/5/2025

    Seemed to be rushing me through

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    He's one of the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Dr Buchanan was kind and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    There should be an exceptional option...Dr. Buchanan was exceptional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    Very thorough and explained the procedure so that I understood

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    the provider gave me excellent feedback on my condition and I felt confident that he knew exactly what he was doing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/11/2025

    The outcome of my appointment was 100% successful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    All good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Very professional, thoughtful and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Keep doing what you're doing. Giving the best care.