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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Super nice experience with this office. P.A. Joseph Olivarez explained my condition so that I understood whats going on and how we hope to help me have less pain. Brandon was pleasant too. Thank you!
Jan-2025
He was right to the point.Tell me what I need to do.He said we're doing good.
Jan-2025
He’s the best
!
So personable!
Jan-2025
So upbeat and genuinely helpful with answering questions and giving knowledge. Thank you sir.
Jan-2025
Knowledgeable, thorough, professional
Jan-2025
Joe is great. He listens and he cares. He is so knowledgeable.
Jan-2025
He's awesome
Jan-2025
I’m more of a symptom than a person.
Jan-2025
Always gracious and encouraging!
Dec-2024
I have been coming to see Joe for a few years now.
Always friendly and helpful.
Would recommend him to anyone.
Dec-2024
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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.
Super nice experience with this office. P.A. Joseph Olivarez explained my condition so that I understood whats going on and how we hope to help me have less pain. Brandon was pleasant too. Thank you!
He was right to the point.Tell me what I need to do.He said we're doing good.
He’s the best ! So personable!
So upbeat and genuinely helpful with answering questions and giving knowledge. Thank you sir.
Knowledgeable, thorough, professional
Joe is great. He listens and he cares. He is so knowledgeable.
He's awesome
I’m more of a symptom than a person.
Always gracious and encouraging!
I have been coming to see Joe for a few years now. Always friendly and helpful. Would recommend him to anyone.