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Very thorough, explained everything clearly. Great demeanor.
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
Great experience! Very professional! Explained everything and answered all my questions.
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
I like dr salko, and feel confident in his care. However, I would prefer having images from xrays of my injuries or area of concern readily accessible in the exam room/area.
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
Very compassionate. Shared everything he was doing. Very professional.
(5 days ago)
Jan-2026
He gives the least painful shots I e ever gotten and I’ve had lots. Most personable too
(5 days ago)
Jan-2026
Great appointment & I never felt the Shot👍👍👍
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Salko is excellent! He listens to concerns and explains things thoroughly.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Very personable, great bedside manner and completely professional
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Salko is always very professional and helpful. He answers my questions, is very through with testing and exams. I can trust him and always feel confident in his wisdom and the next steps to take to healing. I give him A+.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Outstanding experience — looking forward to followup
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
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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.
Very thorough, explained everything clearly. Great demeanor.
Great experience! Very professional! Explained everything and answered all my questions.
I like dr salko, and feel confident in his care. However, I would prefer having images from xrays of my injuries or area of concern readily accessible in the exam room/area.
Very compassionate. Shared everything he was doing. Very professional.
He gives the least painful shots I e ever gotten and I’ve had lots. Most personable too
Great appointment & I never felt the Shot👍👍👍
Dr. Salko is excellent! He listens to concerns and explains things thoroughly.
Very personable, great bedside manner and completely professional
Dr. Salko is always very professional and helpful. He answers my questions, is very through with testing and exams. I can trust him and always feel confident in his wisdom and the next steps to take to healing. I give him A+.
Outstanding experience — looking forward to followup