
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Child 2-12
- Adolescent 13-18
- Adult 19-64
- Older Adult >65
Gender
MaleHospital 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
- Southwest Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic - Hurricane
- 75 North 2260 West, Hurricane, UT 84737
- Get Directions
- phone: 435-628-4460
- fax: 435-251-3601
- Southwest Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic - Sports Medicine
- 652 South Medical Center Drive, Suite 120, Saint George, UT 84790
- Get Directions
- 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 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
He listens, he cares. He makes me feel like I matter
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2026
Very skilled in ultrasound guided diagnosis and injections
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2026
Exceptional! Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Very happy with his willingness to help with the problems of my particular situation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Gave me options and recommendations. Treatment was spot on.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
Dr. Buchanan was very professional and listened to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
He is an exceptional doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
Explained the required treatment and provided my with options. Very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Very thankful that Dr Buchanan agreed to work with me and my unusual situation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
One of the Best Doctors I have been treated by
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2025
Suggested several additional treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
he explained all my questions to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Understands my treatment needs and treatment has always been successful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Good visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2025
Greats technique and patient skills
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
He was on time and explained options to help with my shoulder problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
He was patient with me & answered all my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Answered my questions. Explained everything in a simple way and was very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
Would not go anywhere else.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Nice guy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
None. Doctor was very good at explaining everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
Very positive experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
Lisen understand make decision very good
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
He listen well and treated my problem that I had fast. I like that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
He took the time to answer all my questions in a kind and unhurried manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
I like working with him. His approach made sense and seems like a logical next step.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
knowledgeable, caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Very professional and skilled
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Doctor Buchanan has been doing a great job as usual.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
I liked how completely he described everything and how he offered options for my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
A very pleasant and caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
He's very knowlegable and is very gentle with the procedsure I had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
It was a great experience
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
Seemed to be rushing me through
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
He's one of the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
Dr Buchanan was kind and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
There should be an exceptional option...Dr. Buchanan was exceptional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Very thorough and explained the procedure so that I understood
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
The outcome of my appointment was 100% successful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Very professional, thoughtful and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Keep doing what you're doing. Giving the best care.