Nathan Rencher, DO

Dr. Nathan Rencher is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who is fellowship trained in Sports Medicine. He is a native of Idaho Falls and attended Idaho Falls High School. He was very active in high school sports and was a two time Idaho State Champion in track. As a collegiate track athlete at BYU he was a multiple time Mountain West Champion, team captain, as well as a national contender in hurdles and relays.

After attending Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, he completed his orthopaedic surgery residency in Ohio at Affinity Medical Center. With additional training in Sports Medicine during his fellowship at Beacon Orthopaedics, Dr. Rencher worked athletes at every level-from high school to college, all the way to the professionals, including the Cincinnati Reds.

Dr. Rencher loves sports, outdoor activities and spending time with his family.

He is energized to be back and practicing in his hometown, Idaho Falls, which offers so many opportunities to be involved with the local high schools as well as be close to family and friends.

As an athlete himself, Dr. Rencher understands the sacrifices athletes go through and the desire to return as quickly as possible after an injury. From the weekend warrior to the professional athletes, he wants to keep them as active and pain free as possible.

Dr. Rencher's 1-Minute Health Tips

Dr. Rencher hands down is an amazing doctor!! I have been to Summit for my neck seeing another doctor and when I found out I needed to see an Orthopedic Surgeon, I knew right away this is where I wanted to go! I highly recommend this office to anyone and everyone!!! Dr. Rencher is a very straight forward no BS kinda guy! He gives you all the positives, negative, and any concerns of what is going on. He allows his patients to make most decisions for themselves and respects their choices. Dr. Rencher is not a let's just jump to surgery kinda doctor either!! He will work with you on all scans you need, Physical Therapy, natural ways of healing if possible. I'm so happy I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Rencher, his assistant Shawn, and all other Summit staff!!!
Kelsey Alonzo
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X-Ray tech Kristen was great to work with. Dixie at the front counter is always cheerful and offers a warm welcome everytime I come in. Dr. Rencher is thorough and explains what is causing your issue as well as best course of action to resolve the issue correctly and to get you back doing what you enjoy as quick as possible. Entire team does a great job of taking care of you.
Preston Smith
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