Spencer S. Olsen, MD
Occupational-Environmental Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 19-64
Gender
MaleHospital Affiliation
- St. Mary's Regional Hospital
About Spencer S. Olsen
About The Provider
Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, Dr. Olsen grew up in Billings, Montana. He attended Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana for his undergraduate studies before moving to Seattle, Washington and earning his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Washington. Dr. Olsen continued his studies with a General Surgery Internship, a Master of Public Health – Environmental Health Sciences and a residency in Occupational Medicine at the University of Washington. For the last 15 years, Dr. Olsen has been practicing in San Diego, California. His clinical interests include musculoskeletal disorders, environmental exposures and hyperbaric medicine.
“I believe in patient care, first and foremost. I strive to do the right thing clinically for the patient at all times, provide medical information as best possible, and involve the patient in the decision-making process.”
When not working, Dr. Olsen enjoys alpine skiing, biking, jiu-jitsu and spending time with his wife and son in the great outdoors.
Locations
- Patterson Occupational Medicine Clinic
- 2686 Patterson Road, Grand Junction, CO 81506
- Get Directions
- phone: 970-298-2001
- fax: 970-298-7042
Expertise
Education
- Residency: University of Washington Occupational Medicine GME, Occupational Medicine, 2006
- Post Graduate: University of Washington, 2006
- Residency: University of Washington School of Medicine, Surgery (General Surgery), 2004
- Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine, 2001
Board Certifications
- Public Health and General Preventive Medicine: American Board of Preventive Medicine, 2007
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem BCBS
- Cigna
- Cofinity
- CorVel
- Coventry
- First Health/Coventry
- Friday Health Plans
- Humana
- InnovAge PACE
- Kaiser
- Meritain
- NaphCare
- Pinnacol Assurance
- Rocky Mountain Health Plans
- Tri West
- United Healthcare
Ratings & Reviews
4.6 out of 5
122 ratings, 13 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.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
He was professional but not very friendly. He conducted the entire experience all business.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
He listened to me and gave me good direction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Always is genuinely concerned for my well-being and recovery, pursuing all usefully options for my growth and repair.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
He attempts to offer a variety of options, informs me of their benefits and shortcomings, and then walks me through each one so we together can choose the best option with the most favorable outcomes
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
The doctor was very kind and knowledgeable and he explained things well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
I really appreciate his taking the time to really listen and offer consistent and compassionate responses.
- No RatingReviewed on 8/30/2025
I felt that he was interested in giving me the care I needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
My visit this time is the way I expected the doctor to be to his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
very competent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Very very kind and a good listener and very smart l.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Took the time to go over my CT scan and show it to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
I appreciated his friendly and respectful approach. I also appreciate his concern & thoroughness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Olsen is very caring and is making sure all my needs are met