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Jennifer J. Trauscht-Van Horn
( out of 75 reviews )

Jennifer J. Trauscht-Van Horn, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Madsen Health Center

Madsen Women's Health Center
Salt Lake City
801-213-2995

Pregnancy Care / Obstetrics

Women's Health, Area E
Salt Lake City
801-213-2995
  • Dr. Jennifer Trauscht-Van Horn is committed to providing excellent care and her active role in various professional capacities highlights her dedication to advancing women’s health. As a distinguished women’s health provider in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr Van Horn specializes in obstetrics, contraception, and infectious diseases, with a particular focus on HIV.

    She is currently accepting new obstetric patients. Her practice is closed to new gynecology patients. Please call to schedule an appointment or for more information.

    Dr. Van Horn attended Amherst College, earning her Bachelor of Arts in English and Music. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Utah. Her extensive training includes an internship in Internal Medicine at the University of Vermont Department of Medicine.

    Throughout her career, Dr. Van Horn has held multiple leadership positions. Dr. Van Horn is currently the Medical Director of both Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Mdsen’s Women’s Health Clinic. She has been a member of the University of Utah Healthcare ethics committee, served on the board of the University of Utah Medical Group, and is the obstetrics and gynecology ambulatory Chief Value Officer.

    She served as Medical Director of Planned Parenthood of Utah for 20 years and is the clinical supervisor for the Salt Lake City Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 75 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.

    September 10, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    She is the best OBGY doctor. I am so glad to have for my doctor.

    September 03, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr vanhorn is the kindest doctor. She is talented and professional and has been an asset to the U for the 20 years I have been coming here. I love her very much.

    June 30, 2024
    MADSEN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Van Horn is and always has been the most patient and kind doctor! I love her positive attitude and her friendly and calm approach to patient care.

    June 29, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    She is professional and explained things patiently in a way that is understandable

    June 21, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    I have been seeing Jennifer for a number of years. She is attentive, thorough and is "just the best!" Her care & professionalism are unequaled! I call her Jennifer because she is - not only my doctor, but my friend.

    June 15, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. VanHorn is the best!!!

    May 30, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr Trauscht-Van Horn is the best. I am very lucky to have her as my provider.

    May 26, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    I love having Dr. Van Horn as my doctor. She gives the information needed to help make the best choice for me.

    February 15, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. VanHorn has always been patient and knowledgeable. She spent time on answering my questions as well as making my visit stress-free.

  • Dr. Jennifer Trauscht-Van Horn is committed to providing excellent care and her active role in various professional capacities highlights her dedication to advancing women’s health. As a distinguished women’s health provider in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr Van Horn specializes in obstetrics, contraception, and infectious diseases, with a particular focus on HIV.

    She is currently accepting new obstetric patients. Her practice is closed to new gynecology patients. Please call to schedule an appointment or for more information.

    Dr. Van Horn attended Amherst College, earning her Bachelor of Arts in English and Music. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Utah. Her extensive training includes an internship in Internal Medicine at the University of Vermont Department of Medicine.

    Throughout her career, Dr. Van Horn has held multiple leadership positions. Dr. Van Horn is currently the Medical Director of both Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Mdsen’s Women’s Health Clinic. She has been a member of the University of Utah Healthcare ethics committee, served on the board of the University of Utah Medical Group, and is the obstetrics and gynecology ambulatory Chief Value Officer.

    She served as Medical Director of Planned Parenthood of Utah for 20 years and is the clinical supervisor for the Salt Lake City Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Obstetrics & Gynecology -Primary
    Academic Divisions General OB/GYN
    Board Certification
    American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Education history

    Residency University of Utah Dept. Ob/Gyn Resident
    Internship University of Vermont Department of Medicine Intern
    Professional Medical U of Washington/School of Medicine M.D.
    Undergraduate English/Music - Amherst College B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Glasier AF, Cameron ST, Fine PM, Logan SJ, Casale W, Van Horn J, Sogor L, Blithe DL, Scherrer B, Mathe H, Jaspart A, Ulmann A, Gainer E (2010). Ulipristal acetate versus levonorgestrel for emergency contraception: a randomised non-inferiority trial and meta-analysis. Lancet, 375(9714), 555-62. (Read full article)