Farrant H. Sakaguchi,
MD

Languages Spoken: English
Farrant Sakaguchi, MD, MS is a board-certified Family Physician. He received his bachelor of science in Biology from MIT in 2001, master of science in Bioengineering from the University of Utah in 2004, and medical degree from the University of Utah in 2008. He completed his internship and residency in Family Medicine at Idaho State University in Pocatello, ID in 2011. He completed a fellowship and masters of science in Biomedical Informatics at the University of Utah in 2014.
Dr. Sakaguchi enjoys treating a wide scope of patients, children to adults for acute and chronic medical conditions. He partners with patients to improve their health. He performs a wide variety of in-office procedures including trigger point and joint injections, vasectomies, IUD placements, circumcisions and skin procedures. His interests include quality improvement and increasing engagement of patients in their own care, increasing patient autonomy and building patients vision and hope for healthy lives.
Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family. His personal hobbies include reading, spending time in the outdoors hiking, biking and skiing. He is welcoming new patients.
Clinical Locations
801-213-9400
Fax: (801) 213-9458
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Family & Preventive Medicine
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Adjunct Assistant Professor Community Physician Group - Employed Physician |
Academic Divisions | Family Medicine Physicians |
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
4.5/ 5

Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.6/ 5

Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.6/ 5

Wait time at clinic
4.1/ 5

Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.6/ 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
March 18, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
This was a fantastic appointment. I felt heard and supported and very much included and n the treatment plan. Dr Sakaguchi coordinated my prescription plan efficiently and communicated need for follow up and it's timing well.
UofU Patient
February 27, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguchi provided excellent care and was very informative throughout the entire visit. I appreciated the way he explained medication side effects to me so that I knew what to look out for while taking my medication.
UofU Patient
February 19, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
He discussed the MRI report and possible cause and treatment. Listen closely to my concerns. We developed treatment plan and tests to order.
UofU Patient
February 13, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguchi is the best.
UofU Patient
February 12, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Horrible
UofU Patient
February 11, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
This was my first visit with Dr. Sakagichi but I am very pleased that he will be an excellent Primary Care Doctor for me.
UofU Patient
January 29, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
January 21, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguichi is great!
UofU Patient
January 18, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
January 08, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Extremely helpful.
UofU Patient
January 08, 2022
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Just seemed to be in a hurry plus got interrupted at the end
UofU Patient
December 16, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
The doctor was polite but seemed confused as to why I was there, he asked if I was there just to get a note for work, that was not the case. I was complaining of sinus pressure:congestion, sore throat, ear pain and headache. He checked my lungs, they were good, he pressed on my sinuses. Two things I thought he may want to check was my throat, nose and ears to make sure I didn't have a an infection of some type. I do think he took care of me and some of the things he said made sense. However, seemed to ignore some of my symptoms, maybe because he thought I was just trying to get a note for work? A note I did not ask for at anytime during the visit.I ended up having to go back to the doctor a couple days later to be checked again because I was getting worse. That doctor did check all of the symptoms and suggested medication to help.I will continue to go to Greenwood in the future, I do like the office overall. I've had three visits there, the first was amazing, the second was good and the latest was just ok. I will give it another chance.
UofU Patient
December 10, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguchi is an excellent physician and I'm happy I've been able to have him as my PCP. He shows great concern and empathy and always discusses things with me so that I thoroughly understand and have choices in my care.
UofU Patient
December 08, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguchi is an excellent doctor for my son.
UofU Patient
November 19, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
It took Dr. Sakaguchi an entire week to sent my scrips to the pharmacy! I will find another doctor.
UofU Patient
November 08, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Farrant Sakaguchi, MD was incredible. Very patient, empathetic and attentive. Got my issues and followup testing scheduled immediatley. I am very happy with the care I recieved.
UofU Patient
November 06, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguchi Is amazing!!! He's very attentive to how I'm feeling and doing. (5 Stars)
UofU Patient
October 31, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
This was a terrible experience repeated knocks at the door , interruptions. This was my first and last meeting.The doctor left abruptly, lol . The doctor lied said he would call, never did or his staff , lol. Pertaining to cardialogist at Greenwood( refresher).
UofU Patient
October 03, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Great experience
UofU Patient
September 30, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguchi is skilled and helpful with my middle schooler who has been struggling. He has a good demeanor with my child and is super helpful and a great doctor!
UofU Patient
September 23, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
He opened the door to the exam room I was in (i had been waiting for 20 minutes in the exam room) and he said he accidentally came to the wrong room and stayed for a minute and asked me if I wanted to just tell him really quick what was going on or if I wanted to reschedule. I have been waiting to be seen for at least a month and it wasn't a good feeling to have him be the first doctor I've seen in over a year. He rushed through my appointment to get me out of there. The only good thing he did was referred me to get my lungs and tailbone checked.
UofU Patient
September 21, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr Sakaguchi is a great Doctor. This visit is one of the most productive visits I have ever had. Dr Sakaguchi is very good at analyzing, understanding and explaining what is going on with me so that I can better care for myself. My overall health is improving thanks to his thoroughness and thoughtfulness. I feel very optimistic.
UofU Patient
September 20, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Good you have a great staff working for you.
UofU Patient
September 15, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Love love love this doctor
UofU Patient
September 12, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Realize that what I was seen for may not have been PCP but I could have just been referred if the provider felt that way, I felt so rushed, uninterested in my concern then when asking about alternate treatment it wasn't a point of discussion. My appointment seemed like an inconvenience to the provider.
UofU Patient
September 12, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Nice to have a physician who listens and includes me in the decisions what meds work or don't
UofU Patient
September 11, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Said he wanted to run some tests. They took FOURTEEN VIALS OF BLOOD
UofU Patient
September 03, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Straightforward suggestions and explanations. Was left to wonder whether there are ways to strengthen muscles to carry breast weight as opposed to having breast reduction surgery to mitigate back pain.will explore this in physical therapy.
UofU Patient
August 28, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguchi is the best doc I have seen in family practice in over 40 years. Thank you Doc for caring and being concerned about my health and my families health
UofU Patient
August 21, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
While I have only been seeing him for a few months, I am relatively confident that he is the best provider I have had as an adult.
UofU Patient
August 14, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
My wife and I are very happy with Dr Sakaguci. He's attentive. He listens and is open. Friendly, professional and very knowledgeable.
UofU Patient
August 13, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguchi was very professional and conducted a very thorough exam. I felt that he took the time to listen to me and gather information to make a well thought out assessment of my medical needs.
UofU Patient
August 09, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Happy with doctor visit
UofU Patient
August 07, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Good, Dr was very considered.
UofU Patient
August 03, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
The doctor was very honest, straightforward, and kind, and his explanations were very clear.
UofU Patient
July 29, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr Sakaguchi listened, explained and CARES !!!
UofU Patient
July 18, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
He was okay and seemed like he was knowledgeable about the problem; but he also made me feel uncomfortable by making comments about some of my personal items and clothing. He also didn't seem to like that I wasn't interested in taking over the counter pain killers long term and made a comment that I would be a funny patient as a result.
UofU Patient
July 10, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Excellent
UofU Patient
June 21, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr Sakaguchi went way above the explanations of my health concerns.
UofU Patient
June 19, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
I followed De Sakaguchi from Westridge and he will always be the best doctor for me
UofU Patient
June 14, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguchi discussed various options regarding my care and answered all of my questions.
UofU Patient
June 14, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
I felt well taken care of.
UofU Patient
June 03, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Went in for a physical, so not much about treatment was discussed. Just things on how to stay healthy.
UofU Patient
May 30, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Sakaguchi is the man. very good bed side manner.
UofU Patient
May 26, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
He was very attentive and listened to all my worries.
UofU Patient
May 25, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
the doctor was the best part of my visit by far. he was thoughtful, and very inclusive of my opinions.he made me feel important during a vulnerable time
UofU Patient
May 20, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
The went to great lengths to explore everything very well.
UofU Patient
May 19, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
he is one of the most compassionate doctors I gave ever had he never makes me feel rushed he listens to me values me as a person and address everything in a positive caring manner he is amazing he truly cares for me and is doing everything to help me get thru this trying time I have referred my friends to him already
UofU Patient
May 17, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
provider was very dismissive of my concerns and when I asked to have a discussion about possibly being referred to a specialist he essentially told me that he could tell I wasn't going to be happy with anything he said and that he'd put in a referral so a specialist could tell me I was fine. I communicated to him that I was simply trying to discuss my concerns with him and wanted to have a conversation but he refused and was only willing to put in a referral.
UofU Patient
May 03, 2021
GREENWOOD HEALTH CENTER
he had me do two blood test. didn't even really explain why he thought necessary. even though I am low risk. It still makes me anxious waiting for the results. which I still don't have nor was I told about how long it would be.
Farrant Sakaguchi, MD, MS is a board-certified Family Physician. He received his bachelor of science in Biology from MIT in 2001, master of science in Bioengineering from the University of Utah in 2004, and medical degree from the University of Utah in 2008. He completed his internship and residency in Family Medicine at Idaho State University in Pocatello, ID in 2011. He completed a fellowship and masters of science in Biomedical Informatics at the University of Utah in 2014.
Dr. Sakaguchi enjoys treating a wide scope of patients, children to adults for acute and chronic medical conditions. He partners with patients to improve their health. He performs a wide variety of in-office procedures including trigger point and joint injections, vasectomies, IUD placements, circumcisions and skin procedures. His interests include quality improvement and increasing engagement of patients in their own care, increasing patient autonomy and building patients vision and hope for healthy lives.
Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family. His personal hobbies include reading, spending time in the outdoors hiking, biking and skiing. He is welcoming new patients.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Family & Preventive Medicine
-
Adjunct Assistant Professor Community Physician Group - Employed Physician |
Academic Divisions | Family Medicine Physicians |