Rick Allen graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science from Grand Canyon University and completed his Physician Assistant studies at Midwestern University. Rick was born and raised in the Valley of the Sun and currently calls Gilbert home.
He has a strong background in neurology but his passion is managing pain, something he has done for the last two decades. After dealing with some pain issues of his own, the compassion for what his patients are going through has grown significantly.
Rick Allen graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science from Grand Canyon University and completed his Physician Assistant studies at Midwestern University. Rick was born and raised in the Valley of the Sun and currently calls Gilbert home.
He has a strong background in neurology but his passion is managing pain, something he has done for the last two decades. After dealing with some pain issues of his own, the compassion for what his patients are going through has grown significantly.
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Listens
Very patient and understanding
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Friendly and professional from listening to taking notes.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Outstanding thank you
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Allen on 4/7/2026. Right off the bat I could tell he was a compassionate human. He had excellent bedside manner, listened carefully, asked me how I am doing with my current treatment regimen. He refilled my medications with no hassle (sometimes they're providers are reluctant to do this if they are not familiar with the patient's medical profile or have not seen the patient before). I was scheduled with this doctor because the doctor I normally see was not scheduled for the week I scheduled to see him. Pleasantly surprised with Dr. Allen. He seemed to generally care about me and my medical conditions and he even wrote a referral out for aquatic physical therapy which is a perfect recommendation considering that I am in so much pain that high impact exercise would only elicit more pain. I could tell that he thought the recommendation through and selected the appropriate therapy modality for me. I look forward to seeing this provider again.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Very kind sympathetic Dr. Never dread going to appointment😊
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
I have been seeing Rick Allen since he began with this practice and have full confidence in him. I had him years ago in another practice and was thrilled to see him him in this practice that I love, that's covered by my insurance. He's very knowledgeable and has a lot of compassion which I find helpful in this medical profession.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Allen knows his patient he knows what they’re going through. He knows what they need highly recommended.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Rick always takes time to listen and does everything he can to help
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Need more than I can thank you very much
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Dealing with Rick is great. My only issue is Canyon, pain and spine no longer allows its patients to schedule more than one month in advance for appointments. I find this most inconvenient and I don’t like it.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
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6320a West Union Hills Drive Suite 270 Glendale, AZ 85308
Rick Allen graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science from Grand Canyon University and completed his Physician Assistant studies at Midwestern University. Rick was born and raised in the Valley of the Sun and currently calls Gilbert home.
He has a strong background in neurology but his passion is managing pain, something he has done for the last two decades. After dealing with some pain issues of his own, the compassion for what his patients are going through has grown significantly. Rick enjoys all types of activities near, on, or in the ocean. His greatest passion, however, is spending time with his wife and family.
Listens Very patient and understanding
Friendly and professional from listening to taking notes.
Outstanding thank you
I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Allen on 4/7/2026. Right off the bat I could tell he was a compassionate human. He had excellent bedside manner, listened carefully, asked me how I am doing with my current treatment regimen. He refilled my medications with no hassle (sometimes they're providers are reluctant to do this if they are not familiar with the patient's medical profile or have not seen the patient before). I was scheduled with this doctor because the doctor I normally see was not scheduled for the week I scheduled to see him. Pleasantly surprised with Dr. Allen. He seemed to generally care about me and my medical conditions and he even wrote a referral out for aquatic physical therapy which is a perfect recommendation considering that I am in so much pain that high impact exercise would only elicit more pain. I could tell that he thought the recommendation through and selected the appropriate therapy modality for me. I look forward to seeing this provider again.
Very kind sympathetic Dr. Never dread going to appointment😊
I have been seeing Rick Allen since he began with this practice and have full confidence in him. I had him years ago in another practice and was thrilled to see him him in this practice that I love, that's covered by my insurance. He's very knowledgeable and has a lot of compassion which I find helpful in this medical profession.
Dr. Allen knows his patient he knows what they’re going through. He knows what they need highly recommended.
Rick always takes time to listen and does everything he can to help
Need more than I can thank you very much
Dealing with Rick is great. My only issue is Canyon, pain and spine no longer allows its patients to schedule more than one month in advance for appointments. I find this most inconvenient and I don’t like it.