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Barbara C. Cahill
( out of 58 reviews )

Barbara C. Cahill, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

University of Utah Hospital

Lung Transplant, Clinic 3
Salt Lake City
801-585-3697

University of Utah Hospital

Pulmonary, Clinic 3
Salt Lake City
801-581-7806
  • Barbara Cahill, MD, is a professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine and a Huntsman Cancer Institute investigator. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.



    Dr. Cahill specializes in pulmonary medicine and lung transplantation. Additionally, she has clinical interests in tuberculosis and occupational lung disease. She completed her medical degree at the University of Illinois followed by residency and a fellowship at the University of Minnesota.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Critical Care Medicine)
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Pulmonary Disease)

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 58 reviews )

    The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.

    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

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    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    February 15, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Cahill is very knowledgeable and diligent in her patient care. I appreciate her help in finding a solution and treatment for long term, chronic asthma. She is finding solutions where others have failed, and I have every confidence in her and her staff.

    February 09, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr Cahill has always taken the time to listen to any concerns I may have. She truly cares for her patients. I never feel like she is rushed to finish exams. She takes the time to ask about and discuss any other health issues I have been struggling with. My wife and I love Dr Cahill, she's the best!

    February 07, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    She explained things and had a great sense of humor. A sense of humor is a must for me. Puts my mind to ease about my health and lets me see the positive.

    February 05, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Cahill is an outstanding doctor and has been instrumental in helping me navigate the issues with advanced lung disease.

    January 18, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    She is very through and easy to talk to and is very knowledgeable

    January 15, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Always a pleasure to deal with Dr. Cahill. Very thorough and conscientious.

    January 13, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    See is the best. So happy to have here on my team

    December 30, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Cahill was very thorough, and orofessionall, and her staff was the same. Their coordination of needed tests and treatment was outstanding, and they explained and provided everything needed for my recovery. I felt I was in very good hands, with a knowledgeable and thorough, caring doctor and staff.

    November 24, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr.Cahill was excellent. I think she provided me the best medical appointment and medical assistance I¿ve ever had very much appreciated.her.

  • Barbara Cahill, MD, is a professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine and a Huntsman Cancer Institute investigator. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.



    Dr. Cahill specializes in pulmonary medicine and lung transplantation. Additionally, she has clinical interests in tuberculosis and occupational lung disease. She completed her medical degree at the University of Illinois followed by residency and a fellowship at the University of Minnesota.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Internal Medicine -Primary
    Academic Divisions Public Health
    Board Certification
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Critical Care Medicine)
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Pulmonary Disease)

    Education history

    Fellowship Pulmonary/Critical Care - University of Minnesota Hospitals Fellow
    Internal Medicine - University of Minnesota Hospitals Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Illinois - Peoria M.D.
    Biology - University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Ismail S, Sturrock A, Wu P, Cahill B, Norman K, Huecksteadt T, Sanders K, Kennedy T, Hoidal J (2008). NOX4 mediates hypoxia-induced proliferation of human pulmonary artery smooth muscle cells: the role of autocrine production of transforming growth factor-{beta}1 and insulin-like growth factor binding protein-3. Am J Physiol Lung Cell Mol Physiol, 296(3), L489-99. (Read full article)
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