Jeffrey Linton,
PA-C, MPAS
Languages Spoken: English
Jeff Linton is a physician assistant in the Division of Urology, Department of Surgery at the University of Utah. He graduated from the University of Utah Physician Assistant program in 2001 after which he completed a surgical urology residency for physician assistants in Chicago, IL. He currently serves as the urology APC division lead. He specializes in the surgical care of patients with urologic cancers at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. He specifically focuses on the diagnosis and management of cancers of the prostate, kidney, bladder, adrenals and testes. Jeff has worked with the urologic oncology surgical group at Huntsman since 2006 and has assisted on over 3500 robotic procedures. He works as part of the Genitourinary Cancers Survivorship program where in coordination of the physician / APC team he cares for patients with urologic cancers.
Clinical Locations
801-585-2891
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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Advanced Practice Clinician |
| Academic Divisions | Urology |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.9/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.9/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.9/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.6/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.9/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
October 16, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr Jeff Linton is the best!!!
UofU Patient
October 16, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
PA Jeffrey Linton was Top-notch so very thorough on explaining everything as to what was going on in my body that we were not aware of.
UofU Patient
October 15, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
I can't say enough positive about Jeff Linton. He gave me a clear and in-depth look at the results of my MRI. He walked me through the alternatives, answered my questions, and gave me his recommendations. I felt that he gave me all the time I needed. He's terrific!
UofU Patient
October 10, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
From the beginning I have been very impressed with my quality of care.
UofU Patient
August 21, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Same as before.
UofU Patient
August 14, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Awesome staff
UofU Patient
August 02, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Jeff was very supportive, helpful in suggesting other pertinent services, professional, and knowledgeable. A very good and positive experience and what I have come to expect from University healthcare.
UofU Patient
July 18, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very knowledgeable
UofU Patient
July 08, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
The physician assistant did a very good job explaining the lab results and suggesting the next course of care.
UofU Patient
July 05, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Over the last 3 years I have had semi annual appointments. I never see the same provider. Its hard to get connected to you folks
UofU Patient
July 03, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Jeff Linton-PA was very caring and reviewed my charts clear back to 2015 which I appreciated. It was a very good discussion.
UofU Patient
June 27, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
He was very nice and great at answering my questions.
UofU Patient
May 19, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
My few remaining issues were thoroughly discussed.
UofU Patient
May 16, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
November 20, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Talking to Jeff was like talking to a friend, his explanations were thorough and easy to understand.
UofU Patient
November 18, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Jeff Linton Is very thorough, a good communicator, conscientious, and trustworthy.
UofU Patient
November 05, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
My care provider, Jeff Linton, has always shown genuine concern for my well being and is very good to work with.
UofU Patient
October 24, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very good
UofU Patient
October 12, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Everyone excellent
UofU Patient
October 04, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Felt very comfortable
UofU Patient
September 10, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Jeff has been terrific since Dr. Dechet did my prostate surgery 15 years ago
UofU Patient
August 13, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
This is the 3 year point after treatment, so just one of the follow-up visits - with not action needed.
UofU Patient
August 02, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
I was happy with the time that the PA spent with me to answer all my questions and to explain possible solutions for the future.
UofU Patient
June 30, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
All very good
UofU Patient
May 17, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Good interaction, good information provided - a pleasant and informative visit.
UofU Patient
May 09, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Mr. Linton (PA) Very easy to talk to and answered all my questions.
UofU Patient
May 08, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
The Best
UofU Patient
May 07, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Huntsman is absolutely the best care I have ever recieved!
UofU Patient
May 04, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
everything was excellent
Jeff Linton is a physician assistant in the Division of Urology, Department of Surgery at the University of Utah. He graduated from the University of Utah Physician Assistant program in 2001 after which he completed a surgical urology residency for physician assistants in Chicago, IL. He currently serves as the urology APC division lead. He specializes in the surgical care of patients with urologic cancers at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. He specifically focuses on the diagnosis and management of cancers of the prostate, kidney, bladder, adrenals and testes. Jeff has worked with the urologic oncology surgical group at Huntsman since 2006 and has assisted on over 3500 robotic procedures. He works as part of the Genitourinary Cancers Survivorship program where in coordination of the physician / APC team he cares for patients with urologic cancers.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
-
Advanced Practice Clinician |
| Academic Divisions | Urology |
Education History
| Graduate Training | University of Utah Physician Assistant, Certified M.P.A.S., 2001 |
| Undergraduate | University of Utah Behavioral Science and Health B.S., 1999 |
| Undergraduate | Salt Lake Community College Science A.A., 1997 |