
Languages Spoken: English, Portuguese, Spanish
Juliana Simonetti has joint appointments with both the departments of internal medicine and surgery and is co-directing the Comprehensive Weight Management Program at the University of Utah. Dr. Simonetti received her medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine in 2009 and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical center and her fellowship in clinical nutrition and obesity at Boston University Medical Center. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She has been working in the field of bariatric medicine for the last 9 years and is a tremendous asset to the program in offering medical weight loss options to pre and post bariatric surgery patients as well as for any patient who would benefit from weight loss
Clinical Locations
801-447-1195
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) Surgery - Adjunct Assistant Professor |
Academic Divisions | Endocrinology and Metabolism General Surgery |
Board Certification | American Board of Internal Medicine American Board of Obesity Medicine |
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
4.8/ 5

Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.8/ 5

Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.8/ 5

Wait time at clinic
4.1/ 5

Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.8/ 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 21, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Simonetti is incredible. Her ability to listen without judgement is impeccable! She really heard me & took my concerns to heart. I feel very safe & well understood with her. I'll rave about her forever!
UofU Patient
March 14, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
It was great. We had a good conversation and I didn't feel rushed at all.
UofU Patient
February 19, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
I couldn't ask for a better provider than Dr. Simonetti. She truly cares and listens.
UofU Patient
February 15, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Max Kenna was great!
UofU Patient
February 12, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Simonetti is very caring and kind. Also very knowledgeable and she explains things well. I have referred friends and family to her, and will continue to do so. She's amazing.
UofU Patient
February 10, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Condescending, rushed
UofU Patient
February 05, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
The doctor was kind and very caring. I can tell she genuinely cared about my health.
UofU Patient
January 31, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
The clinic that I'm going to is the first time I've ask for help with trying to lose weight. I really like both drs.
UofU Patient
January 30, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Simonetti is a wonderful doctor and a pleasure to see her. She is caring and patient with all of my troubles. It's funny, she starts a statement and we finish it together which is really nice.
UofU Patient
January 30, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
She was very attentive. Much better than previous provider at this clinic. Understand why she was so late. She was thorough and didn't rush me just because she was behind.
UofU Patient
January 29, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. S has good positive energy - and is sincere. Feel confident in her knowledge and ability.
UofU Patient
January 29, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
I am very fortunate to have Dr. Simonetti as my physician. She is smart, knowledgeable, interested in her patients and very kind. Kevin Jones
UofU Patient
January 28, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Simonetti provides outstanding care. She is an attentive listener and I never feel as if she is rushing through her time with me to get to her next patient. She's thoughtful about checking my levels and proposing tests, explaining what a lower level might indicate. I have already recommended her to others.
UofU Patient
January 24, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Simonetti is always kind and genuinely interested in her patients. We made plans as to the course of action for me moving forward.
UofU Patient
January 21, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Under Doctor Simonetti I have lost over 120 lb and kept it off for more than a year 2 years! If you're serious about losing weight and want to be treated like the most important person in the world I highly suggest you make an appointment with Dr Simonetti!
UofU Patient
January 15, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Simonetti is among the very best, if not the best. She show concern for my son, and did not focus on his limitations or condition. THANK YOU
UofU Patient
January 13, 2022
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Simonetti did such a great job listening to the issues that concerned us. She talked with my son who has intellectual disabilities in a way that he understood but never talked down to him. She was extremely thorough and I have already recommended her to others.
UofU Patient
December 19, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
The doctor is great.
UofU Patient
December 15, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Very good
UofU Patient
December 07, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Simonetti is a very compassionate caregiver.
UofU Patient
November 22, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
This was my first visit with Dr. Simonetti and it went really really well. She's very tentative to my concerns.
UofU Patient
October 30, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
She is the best doctor
UofU Patient
October 15, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
She is super great and caring
UofU Patient
October 07, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Simonetti is FANTASTIC
UofU Patient
September 30, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Excellent!
UofU Patient
September 21, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Under Dr Simonetti's care I have now lost 112 lbs. Love her personality and intelligence, but mostly love her skill and effectiveness in getting results! Truly believe she's one of the best bariatric doctors in the country!
UofU Patient
August 14, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
I wonder if the care provider has too many individuals on her panel. Some comments make it clear that she is not up to date on my history. It makes it difficult for me to feel safe with the trajectory of changes in care.
UofU Patient
August 07, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Enjoyable, uplifting and informative experience! I so appreciated the level of my care.
UofU Patient
August 06, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
I felt that the PA was exceptional. She listened and responded to all of my questions; I did not feel rushed or given the feeling that she needed to move on to others. I was impressed that she had read the information forwarded to her from the referring physician, and was fully prepared to discuss that, and possible conditions I might have, with me. She is an excellent medical practitioner and I am pleased I was able to visit with her!
UofU Patient
July 26, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Simonetti is superior in every way!!!!!
UofU Patient
July 22, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
I am 54 years old and she is the best most CARING doctor I have ever had in my life and I've had many. She is thorough and takes time to listen to what's really going on with you. And she has helped me so much with my health.
UofU Patient
June 27, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
it was a waste of time. nothing was told to me that was helpful at all and she didn't care.
UofU Patient
June 06, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Simonetti is an amazing doctor who is always concerned about my well being. She is always doing what is in the best interest of me and listening to concerns that I have.
UofU Patient
June 01, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Julia Simonetti is TOP NOTCH, 100 %, listens well, includes me in all decisions, explains completely, is wonderful and concerned. Exactly what I need in a wt loss doc.
UofU Patient
May 17, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
She takes the time to really listen to any concerns you may have. Makes you feel good when you leave.
UofU Patient
May 17, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
I will not respond to these surveys anymore
UofU Patient
May 16, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
love Dr. Simonetti!
UofU Patient
May 14, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
THANK YOU for your KINDNESS & CARE !!!! Most of all THANKS for the HUG !!!!!
UofU Patient
May 13, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Simonetti is a committed physician, smart & caring. [NAME REMOVED]
UofU Patient
May 10, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
I think she tries to assure me that I'm doing good, even when I think I could do even more.
UofU Patient
April 25, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Simonetti is so exceptionally compassionate, understanding, and encouraging. She shows a great deal of empathy especially considering that she sees people about essentially the same challenges every day. It has been hard to not see results as quickly as I wish they'd come, but she is helping me to not give up and continues to listen, problem solve, apply her expertise, think creatively, and resurrect hope, which is so critical for such a complex, lifelong, highly emotional and discouraging battle. If every doctor had the empathy and kindness of Simonetti, the world would be a better place.
UofU Patient
April 19, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
she is the best Dr she has helped me a lot when they had to stop surgery I haven't weighed this amount in 30 years
UofU Patient
April 18, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Simonetti is an outstanding physician. I would rate better than any physician who has ever treated me.
UofU Patient
April 18, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Simonetti is The Best. She really listens and takes an interest in the patient; she is kind and has a sense of humor. She is extremely competent. A great asset to UofU medical system.
UofU Patient
April 06, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
I LOVE LOVE LOVE Dr. Simonetti and I have recommended family members to her. She has turned my life around and I'm on a completely new path. I am very grateful for her!!
UofU Patient
March 25, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
She is very KIND & CARING !!! I am GRATEFUL for ALL the HELP SHE is GIVING me !!!!
UofU Patient
March 22, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Simonetti was very thorough and a very good listener.
UofU Patient
March 21, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
All good
UofU Patient
March 20, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Simonetti was amazing. She took the time to listen to me bc and put me at ease. She made a great plan with me for my success.
UofU Patient
March 14, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Simonetti was so compassionate and listened with understanding about my discouragement and frustration. She empathized and helped to offer ideas and create a plan that will hopefully help. I most appreciated that she helped me to feel hope when I was feeling so discouraged. Feeling hope is so critical in this situation when I'm trying to lose weight and trying not to give up on making healthy changes. I truly appreciate her compassion, her wisdom and her empathy.
Juliana Simonetti has joint appointments with both the departments of internal medicine and surgery and is co-directing the Comprehensive Weight Management Program at the University of Utah. Dr. Simonetti received her medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine in 2009 and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical center and her fellowship in clinical nutrition and obesity at Boston University Medical Center. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She has been working in the field of bariatric medicine for the last 9 years and is a tremendous asset to the program in offering medical weight loss options to pre and post bariatric surgery patients as well as for any patient who would benefit from weight loss
Academic Locations
School of Medicine
801-587-3660
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
-
Assistant Professor (Clinical) Surgery - Adjunct Assistant Professor |
Academic Divisions | Endocrinology and Metabolism General Surgery |
Board Certification | American Board of Internal Medicine American Board of Obesity Medicine |
Education History
Fellowship | Boston Medical Center Nutrition & Obesity Fellow, 2013 |
Residency | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Internal Medicine; Global Health/Primary Care Track Resident, 2012 |
Post Graduate Training | Harvard School of Public Health Global Health Delivery & Effectiveness Program , 2010 |
Professional Medical | University of Utah School of Medicine Medicine M.D., 2009 |
Undergraduate | University of Connecticut - Stamford Health & Science B.G.S., 2003 |
Undergraduate | Norwalk Community College Nursing A.S., 1999 |