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Hand and Upper Extremity

M. Shane Frazier, DO

Fellowship trained in hand and upper extremity surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Medical Center. Board certified in orthopedic surgery with subspecialty certification in hand surgery. Born and raised in Provo. Fluent in Spanish.

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Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

Kevin Christensen, MD

Fellowship trained at the Andrews Institute under Dr. James Andrews. Board certified in orthopedic surgery with subspecialty certification in orthopedic sports medicine. Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Knee, shoulder and sports medicine. Fluent in Spanish.

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Foot and Ankle

Daniel Hoopes, MD

Fellowship trained in foot and ankle surgery at the University of Washington and Harborview Medical Center. Board certified. Twelve years in practice treating everything below the knee, plus knee pain in adults over fifty.

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Hand and Upper Extremity

Toby Johnson, MD

Weill Cornell Medical College graduate with a hand and upper extremity fellowship at Allegheny General Hospital. Board certified with a subspecialty certificate in surgery of the hand. Team physician at Fresno State University for seventeen years.

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Joint Replacement

Jeffrey Wallentine, MD

Thirty-four years in practice, the most senior surgeon at Ridgeline. Mako robotic-arm-assisted total and partial knee and hip replacement, direct anterior hip. Stanford sports medicine fellowship. Former U.S. Air Force and Utah Army National Guard medical officer.

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Shoulder and Sports Medicine

Michael Carlson, MD

Sports medicine fellowship at the Southern California Orthopaedic Institute. Board certified with a subspecialty certificate in orthopaedic sports medicine. Arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, knee, hip and ankle, with a conservative, minimally invasive approach.

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Hand and Upper Extremity

Travis Peterson, DO

Hand surgery fellowship at UMass Chan Medical School. Board certified in orthopedic surgery with a Certificate of Added Qualification in surgery of the hand. Performs office-based, wide-awake carpal tunnel release without general anesthesia. Holds an MBA from BYU.

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Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

About Dr. Christensen

Board Certified

Sports Med

Dr. Christensen completed his sports medicine fellowship at the Andrews Institute alongside Dr. James Andrews.

There he cared for athletes at every level, from collegiate programs to professional sports.He brings that training to Utah Valley: arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery, ACL and multi-ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, knee osteotomy, rotator cuff and labral repair, fracture care and biologic treatments.

At a glance

FellowshipAndrews Institute

BoardABOS + Sports Medicine

ResidencyUT Health San Antonio

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

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Dr. Christensen, MD · Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

Becoming a Specialist

Dr. Kevin Christensen began at Brigham Young University, where he earned his undergraduate degree in Spanish.He earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and the Gold Humanism Honor Society.He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, serving as Administrative Chief Resident in his final year, then a sports medicine fellowship at the Andrews Institute in Gulf Breeze, Florida, training alongside Dr. James Andrews and caring for collegiate and professional athletes.

Dr. Christensen, MD · Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

Certification and Experience

He is board certified in orthopedic surgery with subspecialty certification in orthopedic sports medicine, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. His experience includes published research in orthobiologic treatments, physician leadership, and years of caring for patients throughout Utah Valley.Today he brings that training and experience to every patient, emphasizing personalized care and exploring nonoperative options whenever appropriate. When surgery is necessary, he combines advanced techniques with a practical, individualized approach to recovering from injury, relieving pain and returning to the activities you love.

Dr. Christensen, MD · Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

In Practice

Dr. Christensen specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery and the knee and shoulder: ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, cartilage restoration, knee osteotomies, rotator cuff and labral repair, and clavicle and AC joint injuries. He also provides comprehensive care for fractures and general orthopedic injuries.His approach is individualized and begins with conservative options whenever appropriate: physical therapy, exercise, rehabilitation and biologic treatments such as platelet-rich plasma. When surgery is necessary, the goal is to restore function, relieve pain and return you to the activities you enjoy.

Dr. Christensen, MD · Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

Research and Hospital Privileges

Dr. Christensen has co-authored a book chapter on biologic interventions and published research on stem cell production and blood flow restriction training in rehabilitation. He remains committed to advances in orthopedic medicine that are supported by sound clinical evidence.He sees patients at the Ridgeline Provo clinic and holds surgical privileges at Utah Valley Hospital, Spanish Fork Hospital, American Fork Hospital, Mountain View Hospital, Timpanogos Regional Hospital, Central Utah Surgical Center and Intermountain Health Surgery Center Saratoga Springs.

Dr. Christensen, MD · Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

Knee Procedures

Meniscus Repair

ACL Reconstruction

MCL Reconstruction

Cartilage Restoration

MPFL Reconstruction

Quad and Patellar Tendon Repair

Knee Osteotomy

Multi-Ligament Knee Reconstruction

Knee Arthroscopy

Dr. Christensen, MD · Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

Shoulder and Fracture Procedures

Shoulder Arthroscopy

Rotator Cuff Repair

Shoulder Labral Repair

SLAP Repair

Biceps Tenodesis

Clavicle Fracture Repair

AC Joint Surgery

Fracture Fixation (ORIF)

Dr. Christensen, MD · Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

Biologics and Regenerative Medicine

Biologic Treatments

Regenerative Medicine

Dr. Christensen, MD · Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

Life Outside the Clinic

Dr. Christensen says his greatest joy is being a father to his five children: traveling to new places, exploring the outdoors, attending their activities, and working on cars and motorcycles together as a family.He has been named one of Utah Business 40 Under 40 and received the Utah Business Healthcare Heroes Award for his contributions to medicine and the community.He is fluent in Spanish and sees Spanish-speaking patients directly.

Ridgeline Orthopedic Specialists

Care at Ridgeline

Ridgeline Orthopedic Specialists is an independent orthopedic surgery practice serving Utah County from Provo and Orem.Our eight board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons provide expert, personalized care for a wide range of orthopedic conditions and injuries.Timely access to care is a priority. We strive to offer same-day appointments for acute orthopedic needs. One phone number, one scheduling team and coordinated care across both clinics make it easy to reach the right specialist when you need us.

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Two clinics, one number to call or text. Same-day appointments for acute injuries whenever we can. The front desk will match you with the right surgeon.

Call801-640-0000

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Provo1055 N 300 W, Ste 104

Orem700 W 800 N, Ste 330

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