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Office
7150 Campus Dr
Ste 100
Colorado Springs, CO 80920Phone+1 719-636-3333Fax+1 719-636-0025
Summary
- Dwight R. Leggett, II, MD is a board certified physician trained in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with extensive training in the musculoskeletal system. The core of his treatment regimen is the utilization of conservative measures including physical therapy, massage and chiropractics to strengthen and stabilize the body after injury. His philosophy is to provide patient centered care with a focus on improving function, mobility and independence. Dr. Leggett is specially trained in advanced interventional procedures, a number of which require the incorporation of ultrasound techniques. He is Level II Accredited by the Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation.
Dr. Leggett grew up in the rural Midwest where he fell in love with the outdoors. Initially he was employed as a physical therapy assistant for a period of eight years prior to attending medical school at the University of Kansas. After receiving his degree, he completed his training as Chief Resident in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Toledo. During this time he utilized his physical therapy experience and developed a special interest in musculoskeletal medicine. In 2013, Dr. Leggett and his family moved to Colorado where they have been enjoying both the outdoors and community.
Clinical Expertise
- Sports medicine, Intra-articular injections, Botox injection, Musculocutaneous nerve block, Orthopaedic stem cell therapy, Prolotherapy, Platelet rich plasma therapy, Back injuries, Interventional ultrasonography, Sacroiliac joint pain, Viscosupplementation, Musculoskeletal Physiological Phenomena
Education & Training
- University of ToledoChief Residency, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2012 - 2013
- University of ToledoResidency, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2010 - 2012
- University of Kansas (Wichita)Internship, Internal Medicine, 2009 - 2010
- University of Kansas School of MedicineClass of 2009
Certifications & Licensure
- CO State Medical License 2013 - 2025
- MI State Medical License 2011 - 2015
- OH State Medical License 2010 - 2014
- American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Level II Workers’ Compensation Accreditation Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
- Gregory A Nemunaitis Award for Resident Academic Performance University of Toledo
Publications & Presentations
Abstracts/Posters
- Use of Spinal Cord Stimulator for Treatment of Lumbar Radiculopathy in a Patient with Caudal Regression SyndromeLeggett D, Gage E, Ohio Society of Anesthesiologists Annual Conference, Columbus, OH, 9/2012
- Treatment of Sciatic Neuritis in Postphlebetic Syndrome with Ultrasound Guided Sciatic Nerve BlockGage E, Leggett D, Ohio Society of Anesthesiologists Annual Conference, Columbus, OH, 9/2012
- Median Nerve Palsy after Bicep Tendon TenodesisLeggett D, Rizk T, Association of Academic Physiatrists, New Orleans, LA, 6/2012
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