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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Great easy to talk to P.A. knows his stuff.
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Exceptional
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Jo had the best bedside manner and made me comfortable during my visit. He's an amazing provider.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Everything was explained to me very carefully.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
I love Joe!! He’s caring and understands my concerns.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Very thorough and informative
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Very nice. Straight to the issues. I feel confident in my diagnosis and upcoming surgery.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
He cares about you and explains everything you need to know. He doesn’t rush through and makes sure you feel comfortable with the results before you leave.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Fast friendly
(2 months ago)
Mar-2026
Joe is friendly , professional and doing his best to solve the problems I am having with my lower back. He is prompt, and any followup he recommends is very timely. Joe is a geeat representative for “Swift”!
(2 months ago)
Mar-2026
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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.
Great easy to talk to P.A. knows his stuff.
Exceptional
Jo had the best bedside manner and made me comfortable during my visit. He's an amazing provider.
Everything was explained to me very carefully.
I love Joe!! He’s caring and understands my concerns.
Very thorough and informative
Very nice. Straight to the issues. I feel confident in my diagnosis and upcoming surgery.
He cares about you and explains everything you need to know. He doesn’t rush through and makes sure you feel comfortable with the results before you leave.
Fast friendly
Joe is friendly , professional and doing his best to solve the problems I am having with my lower back. He is prompt, and any followup he recommends is very timely. Joe is a geeat representative for “Swift”!