Dr. Lynn M. Gaufin

Dr. Lynn M. Gaufin brings nearly six decades of neurosurgical expertise to Cognitive FX, where he serves as Director of Neurosurgery and co-founder. His journey in medicine began at the University of Utah, continued through Cornell University Medical College (class of 1966), and culminated with advanced residency training at UCLA Medical Center, one of the nation's premier neurological surgery programs.

Before dedicating himself to advancing brain injury treatment, Dr. Gaufin served his country as a U.S. Army neurosurgeon, gaining invaluable experience treating traumatic injuries under demanding conditions. This military service shaped his methodical approach to complex neurological cases and reinforced his commitment to patient care.

Throughout his career, Dr. Gaufin has maintained active surgical privileges at Utah Valley Hospital and Mountain Point Hospital while contributing to peer-reviewed research published in the Journal of Neurosurgery. His 1977 research on antidiuretic hormone release and intracranial pressure continues to be cited in modern medical literature, demonstrating the lasting impact of his clinical investigations.

In 2014, recognizing that many brain injury patients were falling through the cracks of traditional medicine, Dr. Gaufin partnered with Dr. Mark Allen and Dr. Alina Fong to establish Cognitive FX. The clinic's innovative approach combines functional neuroimaging (fNCI) with intensive, multidisciplinary treatment protocols. This vision has helped over 2,000 patients reclaim their lives from the debilitating effects of post-concussion syndrome and traumatic brain injury.

His dedication to brain injury advocacy earned him the 2017 BIAU Donette Rachelle White Memorial Professional Award from the Brain Injury Alliance of Utah. Patients consistently recognize his compassionate approach, having named him a Vitals Patient's Choice Award and Compassionate Doctor Recognition recipient five times each.