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Rebecca M. Kohler
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Rebecca M. Kohler, PA-C

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

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  • Rebecca Kohler, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant and works in Bariatric and General Surgery at University of Utah Health. She is also the Director of Advanced Practice for the Department of Surgery. She holds a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Utah and completed her undergraduate degree at Alma College in Michigan. As a part of her undergraduate education, she studied abroad in both Mexico and Spain and speaks fluent Spanish. She has worked for the University of Utah Hospital since 2007. In her current role in the division of General Surgery, she is involved the care of bariatric and general surgery patients. Her involvement includes pre-surgical evaluation and education, nutrient deficiency monitoring, pre and post-operative care, and post-surgical follow-up. She is also a member of the surgical team and first assists in the operating room. Ms. Kohler's research interests include H. pylori, vitamin deficiencies and nutrition. She was the recipient of the University of Utah Department of Surgery APC Excellence Award in Administration in 2021.

    Board Certification

    National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 61 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    August 24, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Rebecca is, and has always been one of my favorites in this clinic. She takes her time and really listens. 10/10 every time.

    August 06, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Vary good

    July 16, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    She is always awesome to see. She's easy to talk to about anything and is very caring.

    July 09, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Rebecca is Avery skilled PAC and extremely knowledgeable and caring. I rate her as one of the best providers Ive seen. Thank you Rebecca

    May 27, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Love this lady. She has taken care of me and my wife for several years. Very personable and professional.

    May 21, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    She is amazing

    May 18, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    She was great

    May 08, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    She is great. Always makes me feel like she has a genuine interest in helping me feel good about myself. Never negative, but always encouraging.

    May 06, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Excellent staff. Kudos to everyone there.

  • Rebecca Kohler, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant and works in Bariatric and General Surgery at University of Utah Health. She is also the Director of Advanced Practice for the Department of Surgery. She holds a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Utah and completed her undergraduate degree at Alma College in Michigan. As a part of her undergraduate education, she studied abroad in both Mexico and Spain and speaks fluent Spanish. She has worked for the University of Utah Hospital since 2007. In her current role in the division of General Surgery, she is involved the care of bariatric and general surgery patients. Her involvement includes pre-surgical evaluation and education, nutrient deficiency monitoring, pre and post-operative care, and post-surgical follow-up. She is also a member of the surgical team and first assists in the operating room. Ms. Kohler's research interests include H. pylori, vitamin deficiencies and nutrition. She was the recipient of the University of Utah Department of Surgery APC Excellence Award in Administration in 2021.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Surgery -Midlevel
    Academic Divisions General Surgery
    Board Certification
    National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

    Education history

    Graduate Training University of Utah Physican Assistant Program M.P.A.S.
    Alma College B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Chen J, Razzouk J, Martinez P, Kohler R, Morrow E, Ibele A, Volckmann E (2022). The utility of endoscopy prior to bariatric surgery: an 11-year retrospective analysis of 885 patients. Surg Endosc, 37(4), 3127-3135. (Read full article)
    2. Martinez PL, McGarrity LA, Turner NA, Volckmann ET, Kohler RM, Morrow EH, Ibele AR (2021). Self-Pay Payer Status Predicts Long-Term Loss to Follow-Up After Bariatric Surgery. Obes Surg, 31(4), 1590-1596. (Read full article)
    3. Chen J, Mackenzie J, Zhai Y, OLoughlin J, Kholer R, Morrow E, Glasgow R, Volckmann E, Ibele A (2017). Preventing Returns to the Emergency Department FollowingBariatric Surgery. Obes Surg, 27(8), 1986-1992. (Read full article)
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