Summary

Dr. Derek Higgins is board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Fellowship trained in Pain Management with over 14 years of experience in his field. He received the Outstanding Physician Award from Encompass Health in 2019. As the owner of Pioneer Sports and Spine, Dr. Higgins operates under a simple philosophy: No one deserves to be in pain, and everyone deserves respect. Dr. Higgins and the Pioneer Sports and Spine team also believe in educating their patients as they work with them to achieve the best physical, emotional, and mental state possible.

Dr. Higgins is passionate about natural approaches to pain management, including osteopathic manipulation and supplements. However, he will treat with narcotics, injections, or even refer to trusted surgeons when needed.  Dr. Higgins provides expert, quality care in a variety of areas, including...

  • Medication Management
  • Sports Medicine
  • Spine Injections
  • Joint Pain
  • Prosthetics & Amputation Care 
  • Medtronic Pump Management

Dr. Higgins and his team at Pioneer Sports and Spine treat you as they would treat their own family members. Conveniently located at Gateway Medical Plaza on the South West corner of Higley and Baseline: 4915 E. Baseline Road, Suite 108, request an appointment today! 

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Office Location

Pioneer Sports And Spine

4915 E Baseline Rd Ste 108Gilbert, AZ 85234
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English
  • Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek Craig Higgins

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP Medicare Complete, All Savers (PCP referral required), Aetna, Allwell, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicare, AZ Complete Healthcare, Humana, Tricare, UMR/ United Choice Plus. WE DON'T ACCEPT Banner, Mercy Care, Health Choice, Devoted, and Workman’s Comp.

Medical Specialties

Dr. Derek Craig Higgins has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Derek Craig Higgins has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Injury
  • Nerve Damage
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

University

Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2007

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Is Dr. Derek Higgins accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Derek Higgins's office located?
Dr. Derek Higgins's office is located at 4915 E Baseline Rd Ste 108, Gilbert, AZ, 85234.
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