8630 East Vía de Ventura #105 , Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Dr. Erik J. Dean is a highly experienced sports medicine specialist and family physician based in Scottsdale, Arizona. With over 22 years in the medical field, Dr. Dean brings a unique blend of personal athletic experience and professional expertise to his practice. As a former collegiate football player for the University of Arizona, he understands firsthand the challenges athletes face and the importance of quick recovery.
Dr. Dean completed his medical education at Western University of Health Sciences, earning his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree in 2001. He then honed his skills during a family medicine residency at Mayo Clinic Scottsdale, where he served as chief resident. His clinical interests encompass a wide range of sports medicine areas, including athletic injuries, endurance athletes, arthritis care, and ultrasound-guided diagnostics and injections.
Beyond his private practice, Dr. Dean is deeply involved in the sports community. He serves as a team physician for professional teams like the Colorado Rockies and San Francisco Giants, as well as local high schools. His commitment to sports medicine extends to his role as medical director for Scottsdale Unified School District Athletics and his involvement with elite athlete training at EXOS. Dr. Dean's passion for sports and medicine makes him a trusted healthcare provider for athletes of all levels in the Scottsdale area.
I have been a patient of Dr. Dean for several years he and his staff are excellent.
Dr Dean and the nurses & office staff are great. Didnt feel rushed and felt like I was getting top quality care.
Amazing care and staff on time and took care of everything I needed
Dr. Dean took the time to figure out my injury. He proposed a plan of care that ended in my being pain free. Great doc.
Dr. Dean is an excellent, friendly doctor who goes out of his way to make you feel comfortable.
