Joseph L. Olivarez, PA-C has been with SpineNevada since September of 2004. He received his certificate in PA studies in 1995 from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, in Pomona, CA.
Joseph started his career in medicine in 1985 as a Navy corpsman. He spent 4 years in the Navy working as a surgical technologist. Upon his honorable discharge from the Navy, he continued work as a surgical technologist while pursuing his degree at Mount San Antonio College, in Walnut, California.
Joseph L. Olivarez, PA-C has been with SpineNevada since September of 2004. He received his certificate in PA studies in 1995 from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, in Pomona, CA.
Joseph started his career in medicine in 1985 as a Navy corpsman. He spent 4 years in the Navy working as a surgical technologist. Upon his honorable discharge from the Navy, he continued work as a surgical technologist while pursuing his degree at Mount San Antonio College, in Walnut, California.
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Very nice
(3 days ago)
Dec-2025
Dr Lynch and Joe are the greatest they explain everything in detail and if they can’t do anything they will tell you honestly
(4 days ago)
Dec-2025
Very pleasant very thorough very knowledgeable.
(4 days ago)
Dec-2025
Saw Joseph Friday and as of Monday at 2:00 pm, order for MRI still hasn't been sent to CVH in Gardnerville.
(4 days ago)
Dec-2025
Professional, explained all aspects of mri and solutions
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Super nice and very helpful
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Joseph is very knowledgeable, professional and he has always been helpful, by ordering CT-Scans, MRI’s and other diagnostic imaging so he can examine them and determine exactly what treatment that I might need.
I recommend Joseph highly. He is Dr. James Lynch’s medical assistant. Dr. Lynch founded Swift Institute and he is an excellent neurosurgeon.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
I like Dr Joe very much. Look forward to working with him to help my neck issues. .
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Joe always does an excellent job on explaining where I am at. It’s much appreciated
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Very nice, friendly, and personable provider. My niece and I both liked him very much
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
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Swift Institute – Reno Copperfield Office
9480 Double Diamond Pkwy Suite 200 Reno, NV 89521
Joseph L. Olivarez, PA-C has been with SpineNevada since September of 2004. He received his certificate in PA studies in 1995 from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, in Pomona, CA.
Joseph started his career in medicine in 1985 as a Navy corpsman. He spent 4 years in the Navy working as a surgical technologist. Upon his honorable discharge from the Navy, he continued work as a surgical technologist while pursuing his degree at Mount San Antonio College, in Walnut, California. Since becoming a PA, Mr. Olivarez has worked with both orthopedic and neurosurgical spine surgeons. He has assisted on thousands of spine surgeries throughout his career.
Joseph has remained active in the education of physician assistants. He is a Clinical Instructor of Spinal Neurosurgery at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. Previously he served as a clinical preceptor for Western University, Samuel Merritt College Physician Assistant Program, and Touro University Primary Care Physician Assistant Program. He is a regular speaker and presenter at the California Academy of Physician Assistants annual conference. Mr. Olivarez has received special recognition for achievements and knowledge of surgery and is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He is also a Fellow member of the Association of Neurosurgical Physician Assistants and the Nevada Academy of Physician Assistants.
In his spare time Mr. Olivarez enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons. He is as well an avid cyclist.
Very nice
Dr Lynch and Joe are the greatest they explain everything in detail and if they can’t do anything they will tell you honestly
Very pleasant very thorough very knowledgeable.
Saw Joseph Friday and as of Monday at 2:00 pm, order for MRI still hasn't been sent to CVH in Gardnerville.
Professional, explained all aspects of mri and solutions
Super nice and very helpful
Joseph is very knowledgeable, professional and he has always been helpful, by ordering CT-Scans, MRI’s and other diagnostic imaging so he can examine them and determine exactly what treatment that I might need. I recommend Joseph highly. He is Dr. James Lynch’s medical assistant. Dr. Lynch founded Swift Institute and he is an excellent neurosurgeon.
I like Dr Joe very much. Look forward to working with him to help my neck issues. .
Joe always does an excellent job on explaining where I am at. It’s much appreciated
Very nice, friendly, and personable provider. My niece and I both liked him very much