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He was exceptional.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Very knowledgeable and easy to speak to.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Very professional and explained things well.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Great communicator and fabulous bed side manner.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Professional, nice, quick, and courteous. Hopefully I don't have to visit him again, but if I do, I know im in good hands!
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Kind, knowledgeable and very personable. I felt very fortunate to have him during my orthopedic emergency visit!
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Professional, patient, kind, listens well and very considerate and attentive. Answered all questions thoroughly, very personable overall.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Rushed appointment. Given very minimal information.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Very brilliant and relatable to the patient. Explains everything.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
He took the time to listen and examine me. Showed me the X-ray and why I was having these symptoms. Offered solutions as well as causes. Very pleased with the visit.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
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University Orthopedics - Mansfield Forbes
89 Forbes Blvd Suite 100 Mansfield, MA 02048
University Orthopedics - Middletown
34 Valley Road Middletown, RI 02842
University Orthopedics - East Greenwich
1598 South County Trail East Greenwich, RI 02818
University Orthopedics - Kettle Point
1 Kettle Point Ave #1 East Providence, RI 02914
Dr. Philip Salko specializes in primary care sports medicine and interventional pain management utilizing ultrasound, fluoroscopy and other non-invasive modalities. He has advanced training in regenerative medicine techniques such as “Platelet Rich Plasma” injections and continues teach on the subject.
Prior to joining University Orthopedics, he worked as Chief of Primary Care Sports Medicine for a regional orthopedic group. He served as Head Team Physician at Bryant University and as an Assistant Professor at Brown Medical School. He is now a team physician for Brown University and head team physician for Salve Regina University.
Additionally, Dr. Salko was one of the original founders of the Brown Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship, where he served as Assistant Site Fellowship Director. Dr. Salko is also a member of the Communications Committee of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, as well as, a Board Member of the Sports Medicine Advisory Committee of the Rhode Island Interscholastic League. He has served as a medical volunteer for the Save the Bay Swim; “Rhode Races” Newport marathon and half marathon; North Kingstown High School; Bryant University; RI Medical Reserve Corps; and Disaster Medical Assistance Team. Dr. Salko received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster PA.
Throughout his training he has worked with multiple Olympic teams including Bobsledding, Ski Jumping, and Short Track Speed Skating. He has worked with multiple teams from football and soccer to water polo and golf in all divisions of NCAA athletics.
Dr. Salko lives with his wife, two dogs and five chickens in North Kingstown, RI.
He was exceptional.
Very knowledgeable and easy to speak to.
Very professional and explained things well.
Great communicator and fabulous bed side manner.
Professional, nice, quick, and courteous. Hopefully I don't have to visit him again, but if I do, I know im in good hands!
Kind, knowledgeable and very personable. I felt very fortunate to have him during my orthopedic emergency visit!
Professional, patient, kind, listens well and very considerate and attentive. Answered all questions thoroughly, very personable overall.
Rushed appointment. Given very minimal information.
Very brilliant and relatable to the patient. Explains everything.
He took the time to listen and examine me. Showed me the X-ray and why I was having these symptoms. Offered solutions as well as causes. Very pleased with the visit.