Clifford R. Everett, M.D., M.P.H.
Orthopaedics & Physical Performance , Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation , Medicine
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Clifford R. Everett, M.D., M.P.H.
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2064 Fairport Nine Mile Point Road
Penfield, NY 14526
669 South Main Street, Suite 3
Canandaigua, NY 14424
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10 Miracle Mile Drive
Rochester, NY 14623
About Me
Dr. Everett earned his medical degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed a residency at the Mayo Clinic. He has published numerous medical articles on topics such as techniques for treating spinal pain and guidelines for their implementation. Dr. Everett is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is an Associate Professor of Orthopaedics and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at URMC.
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor - Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (SMD)
Associate Professor - Department of Orthopaedics (SMD) - Joint
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Residency, Mayo Foundation Rochester. 1996 - 1999
Internship, Mayo Foundation Rochester. 1995 - 1996
Education
MD | Georgetown University School of Medicine. 1995
Awards
Oral Exam Item Writer. Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. 2013
Oral Examiner Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. 2006
AcademicKeys Who's Who in Medical Sciences and Education. 2005
SPSS for Healthcare Basic & Intermediate. 2005 - 2005
Academic Leadership Program. 2002
Teacher of the Year University of Rochester Department of Physical Medicine. 2002 - 2007
National Institutes of Health, Research Elective NINDS EMG Laboratory. 1994
Dr. Margaret M. Kenrick Memorial Achievement Award for Excellence in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 1994
George M. Kober Scholar. 1991 - 1995
Forstall Award in Analytical Chemistry. 1990
Selected as one of the top 33 students at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research. 1990
Regis College Natural Science Scholarship. 1989 - 1990
Colorado Scholars Scholarship. 1987 - 1990
Publications
Journal Articles
Lumbar zygapophsial joint arthropathy
Everett CR; Bauernfeind M; Vanushkina M.
Knowledge NOW/American Academy of
Cervical and thoracic zygapophsial joint arthropathy
Everett CR; Bauernfeind M; Essaf D.
PM&R Knowledge NOW/American Academy of
Teran BJ; Norton DL; Everett CR.
Outcome Measures in Interventional Spine – a focused
Everett CR; Ramirez C; Perkowski M.
Disorders of the spine: review of lumbar disc
The role of integrated care in Older Adults with lumbar spinal stenosis.
Dougherty P, Lyons SS, Everett CR, Weiner D.
Topics in Integrative Health. 2010; 1(2(ID12003)).
Datta S, Everett CR, Trescot AM, Schultz DM, Adlaka R, Abdi S, Atluri SL, Smith HS, Shah RV
Pain physician.. 2007 January 10 (1):113-28. Epub 1900 01 01.
Evidence based medicine summary statement.
Andersson GB, Bridwell KH, Danielsson A, Dolan LA, Everett CR, Fisher CG, Mercado E, Mulpuri K, Richards BS, Rubery PT, Sponseller PD, Weinstein JN.
Spine. 2007; 32(19 Suppl): S64-5.
Acute care for cervical spine injuries in athletes.
Everett, Clifford R., Cesarz, Thomas J, Kapur, Gaurav.
J Musculoskeletal Med. 2007; 26: 70-76.
Everett CR, Novoseletsky D, Cole S, Frank J, Remillard C, Patel RK
Pain physician.. 2005 July 8 (3):251-5. Epub 1900 01 01.
Shah RV, Everett CR, McKenzie-Brown AM, Sehgal N
Pain physician.. 2005 April 8 (2):187-209. Epub 1900 01 01.
Sehgal N, Shah RV, McKenzie-Brown AM, Everett CR
Pain physician.. 2005 April 8 (2):211-24. Epub 1900 01 01.
Everett CR, Shah RV, Sehgal N, McKenzie-Brown AM
Pain physician.. 2005 April 8 (2):225-33. Epub 1900 01 01.
Boswell MV, Shah RV, Everett CR, Sehgal N, McKenzie Brown AM, Abdi S, Bowman RC, Deer TR, Datta S, Colson JD, Spillane WF, Smith HS, Lucas LF, Burton AW, Chopra P, Staats PS, Wasserman RA, Manchikanti L
Pain physician.. 2005 January 8 (1):1-47. Epub 1900 01 01.
McKenzie-Brown AM, Shah RV, Sehgal N, Everett CR
Pain physician.. 2005 January 8 (1):115-25. Epub 1900 01 01.
A conversation on spinal injections with your favorite professor.
Everett Clifford R.
Clin J of Pain. 2005; 21(5): 459-460.
Everett CR, Baskin MN, Speech D, Novoseletsky D, Patel R
Pain physician.. 2004 October 7 (4):427-9. Epub 1900 01 01.
Therapeutic spine procedures for low back pain: questions and answers.
Patel RK, Everett CR.
J Musc Med. 2004; 21(2): 59.
Patel RK, Rubery PT, Myers S, Everett CR
Pain physician.. 2003 April 6 (2):213-6. Epub 1900 01 01.
Neck injuries in the athlete: diagnosis and conservative management
Everett CR, Santwani KM, Kapur G, Patel RK.
J Musc Med. 2003; 20(11): 516-522.
Chronic neck pain: The specific syndromes
Slipman CW, Isaac Z, Patel R, Everett CR, Lenrow DA, Ostrowski J.
J Musc Med. 2003; 20: 24-33.
Optimal Health: The Experts Discuss Management of Low Back Pain in Women.
Everett CR, Fitzgerald C.
J of Womens Health. 2003; 12(10): 953-59.
Low back pain: 20 clinical pearls.
Patel RK, Everett CR.
J Musc Med. 2003; 20: 452-60.
Floeter MK, Civitello LA, Everett CR, Dambrosia J, Luciano CA
Neurology.. 1997 July 49 (1):207-12. Epub 1900 01 01.
Books
Interventional Spine: An Algorithmic Approach 1st Edition (2006)
Chapter: Pagets Disease- Chapter 1
Authors: Everett CR, Patel RK
Publisher: Elsevier Ltd. 2006
Interventional Spine: An algorithmic Approach 1st Edition (2006)
Chapter: Injection Procedures Chapter 94
Authors: Patel RK, Everett CR
Publisher: Elsevier Ltd 2006
SPINE: State of the Art Reviews (1998)
Chapter: Prognosis after whiplash-related injury.
Authors: Smith J, Everett CR
Publisher: Unknown 1998
Ratings & Comments
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Patient Comments
Dr. Everett is a good educator and helps to put you at ease
Feb 28, 2025
Doctor Clifford Everett is the best! Excellent demeanor: professional, great listener, answers all questions & concerns without hesitation, respectful & caring.
Feb 18, 2025
Dr. Everett is always attentive to my physical and emotional concerns. He is an excellent communicator and is very caring.
Feb 07, 2025
The resident was very thorough in taking history and performing physical exam. Dr. Everett offered several options.
Feb 07, 2025
Dr Everett is a very kind and knowledgeable provider
Feb 06, 2025
Everett is the best dr I have seen. He is good at his good at his job. His kindness and ability to emphasize and lesson to ppl is amazing. I have probably seen him 30 ti 40 times. His has been great every time. I wish all drs were like him!!
Feb 02, 2025
He was very friendly and took all the time I needed. He was happy to answer any questions and explained everything thoroughly.
Feb 01, 2025
11/10
Jan 29, 2025
Dr. Everett was thorough and answered all my questions.
Jan 29, 2025
Dr. Everett is one of the best doctors I go to!
Jan 12, 2025
Excellent doctor! (Dr. C. Everett) I cannot say enough good things about him.
Jan 11, 2025
Dr. Clifford Everett is the most professional Doctor I I ever had and a great role model for UIR Medicine
Jan 03, 2025
Excellent care! The best!
Dec 31, 2024
Dr Everett is the best Dr I have ever had
Dec 15, 2024
We think the world of Dr Everett
Dec 08, 2024
Excellent care. Very pleasant, warm and respectful.
Dec 06, 2024
Dr Everett was amazing. We are waiting on test results but have a planHe have reviewed my chart completely before my visit
Nov 22, 2024
Dr. Everett is an excellent doctor. He listens to me and he tries to do everything to help me, I would highly recommend him
Nov 20, 2024
Dr Everett is a wonderful and caring physician
Nov 19, 2024
Dr. Everett is THE best from any perspective you want to evaluate. What he brings to a patient that many doctors (or people for that matter) is a sincere effort to connect with them and care for the person, not just their medical concern.
Nov 12, 2024
My doctor was recommended to me and I considered myself to be so fortunate to become his patient. He takes his time, listens closely and makes you feel very comfortable. The treatment course we chose is working well and was the less invasive option.
Nov 12, 2024
Dr. Everett is a excellent medical professional I can always count on him to go above and beyond to make sure my health concerns have been addressed.
Nov 10, 2024
Dr Everett was very helpful-was prepared with my X-rays , explained my options
Nov 06, 2024
Courteous, thoughtful and well-informed work throughout
Nov 02, 2024
I recommend Dr. Clifford Everett to people I meet who need a good Dr. Who are not getting the help they need.
Oct 25, 2024
Dr. Everett is a good listener and provides answers to all my questions in terms I can understand.
Oct 25, 2024
Identified needed to see different providers and thankfully made those referrals
Oct 18, 2024
As always, Dr Everett showed genuine care and honest information discussing my condition.
Oct 16, 2024
Dr. Everett is an excellent doctor. He explains everything very well to you and shows concern.
Oct 06, 2024
Dr Everett is so kind and compassionate
Oct 04, 2024
Dr. Everett has the beat bedside manner, as well as knowledge in his specialty.
Sep 20, 2024
Dr. Everett excels in the two things that are most important to me in a doctor. 1-knowledge and skill in area of expertise. 2- people skillsempathy, kindness, good listener.
Sep 18, 2024
Dr. Everett is a caring, concerned physician who I would rate as EXCELLENT PLUS! He communicates very well and enables me to be a part of the decisions affecting my care. I would gladly recommend him to others.
Sep 13, 2024
Great doctor. He is very easy to talk to. He demonstrates concern, understanding, compassion and knowledge.
Sep 13, 2024
Dr Everett is the best. He exhibits everything you want in a doctor.
Sep 08, 2024
Dr. Everett was very thorough in explaining all the facets of my issues. He showed me MRI results and thoroughly discussed the back issues and we discussed my treatment options. He suggested I see how and if anything changes and we made an appointment to see him in 6 months for another evaluation and some possible measures that could help me relieve my discomfort. He was very pleasant, personable, and thorough.
Sep 07, 2024
Great provider
Sep 07, 2024
Excellent care by Dr. Everett. Wonderful doctor.
Sep 01, 2024
Dr Everett is amazing
Sep 01, 2024
Dr Everett is the best! I only refer him to people that I know really well.
Jul 29, 2024
Dr Everett is an outstanding doctor. He listens, excellent analyzer of problem, explains in easy to understand language, has an enjoyable sense of humor.
Jul 29, 2024
Dr Everett came up with a new treatment that we are happy to try
Jul 26, 2024
Dr Everett has the unique ability to encourage and offer positivity to his patients . Regardless of how I might feel when I walk into his office , I always feel hopeful when I walk out. He is the BEST !
Jul 24, 2024
Exceptional provider. I felt heard and respected as a collaborator in my own health care
Jun 19, 2024
Dr. Everett is the best. it is easy to speak to him. He is a great listener and really cares about his patience would not go to anyone else by him for my condition.
Jun 09, 2024
Always excellent!
Jun 06, 2024
He's the best!
May 22, 2024
I would recommend Dr. Everett to patients with severe scoliosis that cannot be operated on.
May 16, 2024
Excellent provider who demonstrated concern for me and knew my history well. Honest and caring.
May 05, 2024
Dr. Everett is so kind & caring - He eases my concerns and makes me feel I'm in capable hands.
Apr 23, 2024
Dr. Everett is thorough and personable, he explained everything to me in a way I could understand.
Apr 16, 2024
I look forward to seeing this provider because of his care, concern, knowledge and ability to make me feel at ease
Mar 21, 2024
Dr. Everett was exceptional. He took the time to look at my medical history and connected the concern I came in to see him for and discussed possible treatment options citing current medical research. I appreciated how thorough he was and how he did not seem rushed to move on to the next patient.
Mar 15, 2024
Doctor Everett is truly the most knowledgeable, efficient provider we have ever come across! He also has a knock for treating patient with dignity & humanity!! In addition, he treats patients with respect for their intelligence (in our opinion).
Mar 14, 2024
I love Dr. Everett!
Mar 11, 2024
Dr. Everett is very honest, pleasant, and professional. He is easy to work with and lets me be involved.
Feb 27, 2024
Dr. Everett is literally the best doctor I have ever had. He's kind, helpful communicates well, describes what's happening well.
Feb 13, 2024
One of the best
Feb 01, 2024
Honest, knows his field, trust, respect, would recommend him to anyone, explains everything so you understand, easy to talk to, open for suggestions if they are helpful or explains why not. Star rating from me 100+.
Jan 23, 2024
Dr. Everett is one of the best and kindest physicians I have ever encountered.
Dec 25, 2023
Dr. Everett THE BEST - staff great too.
Dec 14, 2023
Unfortunately he is not accepting new patients. I know others that could use his help. Great doctor.
Nov 09, 2023
Dr. Everett is a Superb Physician who is a pleasure to be on my team - He is compassionate, professional, knowledgeable about his field of study, and I feel confident that he is guiding and offering care and options that I understand
Nov 08, 2023
Dr. Everett is my favorite all time doctor because of his wonderful bedside manner.
Sep 29, 2023
This provider always makes me feel important.
Sep 26, 2023
Dr. Everett is a treasure - I am fortunate to be able to consult him.
Aug 25, 2023
Dr. Everett reviewed treatment to date and explained information about my conditions in a way that was easy to understand. He is very knowledgeable about the spine and provided valuable guidance about treatment options. He was attentive and responsive to my concerns answering questions in an easy to understand way. I would highly recommend him to friends and family.
Aug 17, 2023
Dr Everett included a discussion of the data from the questionnaire that I completed on the iPad at check-in. This is the first time I felt like the iPad questionnaire actually had some relevance since more often it seems like no one reads the answers I've entered.
Aug 16, 2023
Dr Clifford Everett is amazing!!! Very nice and friendly, thorough, and gives great explanations!!! I look forward to seeing him again, and have already recommended him to friends!
Aug 08, 2023
Dr. Everett's capacity as a spec & clearly explaining complex medical situations to a lay person is exceptional.
Jul 29, 2023
Dr. Everett is an excellent doctor
Jul 27, 2023
Awesome team and Dr. Everett is the best!!!
Jul 26, 2023
Dr. Everett is very congenial & easy to talk to.
Jul 14, 2023
ALL GOOD
Jun 15, 2023
Gave options and if an option,namely MRI, was to be pursued provided the Information clearly.
Jun 09, 2023
He cares about me and my health
May 12, 2023
Provider always addresses my concern with empathy and positivity.
Apr 24, 2023
He is the kindest doctor that I have ever met. He is also very good at explaining treatment options.
Apr 19, 2023
Dr. Everett Is excellent at communicating and explaining procedures.
Apr 16, 2023
Dr. Everett is an amzing doctor and person. Very knowledgeable and personable.
Apr 09, 2023
He is excellent, not only knowledgeable but patient centered oriented.
Apr 07, 2023
Dr. Everett is excellent in taking care of my problem. He takes time needed to explain everything, don't feel hurried.
Mar 15, 2023
Dr. Everett is a great doctor and I've already recommended people to him!
Mar 08, 2023
Very close to the very best doctor on the staff. Dr. Everett goes beyond to show his care for you.
Mar 03, 2023
Dr Everett is the best Dr ever. He takes his time and listens to my concerns and my future In dealing with my back pain. So Important for a doctor listen to the patient needs and make suggestions on how to move forward In dealing with my pain. I'm very pleased
Feb 18, 2023
Dr. Everett is wonderful. He clearly understood my issues and had a plan for me.
Feb 08, 2023
Dr. Everett is an amazing doctor; he is very thorough in both his evaluation and his explanations of my medical issues and the Rxs that I am taking or he prescribes.
Feb 02, 2023
I thought Dr. Everett was wonderful. He took his time and explained everything to me and showed great concern for my problem.
Jan 28, 2023
Dr. Everett is the best!!
Jan 25, 2023
Dr Everett is a concerned and caring provider
Jan 21, 2023
Dr. Everett has been a excellent doctor.
Jan 20, 2023
I had a problem with my knee when I saw Dr Everett for a a follow up visit for a back problem. He consulted with Dr McDonald while I was there and Dr Everett made sure I got an appointment with her within a week. I have never had a Dr go out of their way for care like this. Dr Everett is a gem of a doctor and exceeded my expectations, not only this time but throughout my care.
Jan 19, 2023
Very informative and congenial doctor. Made you feel at ease immediately.
Jan 13, 2023
Dr. Everett listened well, answered all my questions, and spent time with me in a way that did not feel hurried, as is often the case with many doctors. I felt like he was highly professional and especially empathetic to my needs. More doctors should follow his example.
Dec 24, 2022
Dr. Everett is an excellent doc! He listens carefully to my comments/questions, and gives well-informed answers. He explained subtle differences in my spine & vertebrae that cause pain, and what will/won't help lessen it.He's terrific!
Dec 18, 2022
Dr. Everett is a wonderful, caring & knowledgeable specialist.
Dec 05, 2022
This was my first visit and I'm very happy with the care I received and I feel like I am finally getting some answers and he explained everything and was very concerned and listened and was very kind .
Nov 12, 2022
My husband came with me and he was as pleased as I was. He said that this provider's "beside manner" and clear explanation was between "exceptional to fantastic."
Nov 04, 2022
Dr. Everett was wonderful. Really heard me and explained everything in a way I could really understand. It gave me great confidence that I was in good hands.
Nov 04, 2022
Dr. Everett was very knowledgeable and very clearly explained everything concerning my health concerns.
Nov 03, 2022
I would highly recommend this office.
Aug 27, 2022
One of the most caring doctors I've ever seen! He spent time listening and explaining everything to me.
Aug 26, 2022
Dr. Everett was fantastic!! Sooo clear and easy to understand. Explanations very clear!
Jul 22, 2022
Phenomenal provider! I really enjoy meeting with Dr. Everett!
Jul 20, 2022
My experience was excellent leaving me confident in him and my care!
Jul 09, 2022
Great guy
Jul 06, 2022
Dr Everett is the best!
Jun 23, 2022
Totally appreciate that Dr Everett can see my "whole health" not just his speciality
Jun 21, 2022
Dr. Clifford Everett does a great job and the staff at this office are very efficient and caring.
Jun 06, 2022
Dr. Everett was attentive, friendly and listened to me carefully
May 20, 2022
Very thorough.
May 12, 2022
Dr. Everett not only clearly explained treatment options but asked questions about my condition, my concerns and my goals. He demonstrated excellent listening skills, empathy and what I felt to be honesty in his professional appraisal of my situation and treatment options. I appreciate his knowledge, experience and interest in offering the best medical care available for my specific needs.
Apr 30, 2022
Dr. Everett and all staff are amazing and helpful!! By far the best Dr. I have seen in all my years! I highly recommend him whenever I can.
Apr 27, 2022
Explanation was very good.
Apr 23, 2022
Dr. Everett is very thorough and personable at the same time. He is one of the best providers that I have ever seen.
Apr 22, 2022
Exceptional
Apr 17, 2022
Dr. Everett is a great listener and he interacts with the information given.
Apr 16, 2022
Outstanding care provided
Mar 24, 2022
I will always recommend Dr. Everett
Feb 23, 2022
This provider explained my relevant medical issues better than any medical professional I have ever seen. He also made me feel empowered to make my own decisions about upcoming medical treatments. I left this provider's office with only one regret; I wish I had been referred to him many years ago. I have at last found the medical provider for my orthopedic issues.
Feb 15, 2022
Was very happy Dr. Everett was referred to me. I left my appointment with a lot less stress!
Feb 09, 2022
Like I mentioned before he is probably One of the best providers I have. Very knowledgeable, classy act. I wish more of our providers were like him and I hope Rochester knows how lucky we are to have him
Feb 03, 2022
Definitely would recommend Doctor Everett and facility to others. Doctor Everett was friendly, knowledgeable, respectful and shown a concern for my issues.
Feb 03, 2022
Dr. Everett is excellent. I would highly recommend him.
Feb 02, 2022