Robert Yenchek
( out of 97 reviews )

Robert Yenchek, MD, MSc

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

St. Mark’s Hospital East Medical Building

Wasatch Kidney Specialists
Salt Lake City
801-281-5996

  • Robert Yenchek, MD, MSc, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine. Dr. Yenchek received his Bachelor of Science from Northwestern University in 2001. He went on to receive his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 2005. He then completed his Internal Medicine training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL in 2008. He studied at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for his Nephrology subspecialty training, which he finished in 2011. While at the University of Pittsburgh, he completed a Master’s Degree in Clinical Research in 2012. Dr. Yenchek joined the University of Utah Wasatch Kidney Specialists in 2012, where he serves as the medical director of the Lakeside Dialysis Unit and the DaVita West Bountiful. Dr. Yenchek practices clinical nephrology at the University of Utah Wasatch Kidney Specialists with his main office at St. Mark’s Hospital. His practice locations also include the Farmington Health Center as well as the Comprehensive Kidney Stone Center at the main University Hospital. He provides inpatient coverage at St. Mark’s Hospital, Intermountain Medical Center, LDS hospital, Promise Hospital, and Landmark Hospital. His clinical interests include acute and chronic kidney disease, kidney stone care, electrolyte disorders, hypertension, polycystic kidney disease, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and kidney transplant care.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Nephrology)

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 97 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    June 26, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    He is nice, he listens, and he helps, I try to do what he wants from me. For that is what I pay him for. He is a keeper. Thanks

    June 12, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    excellent doctor, I felt very comfortable and well informed. Thank you

    June 10, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr Yenchek is very knowledgeable, explains my situation well and shows concern for my wellness

    May 31, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Explained everything to where I would understand it showed me on the charts explained what to do and what not to do I feel very comfortable

    May 10, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    He is concise, concerned and thorough but doesn¿t need a ton of time to explain things which I appreciate. I always leave with a plan and no other questions that were not addressed

    May 10, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Excellent, he was given us helpful options to improve health conditions

    May 08, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Oh-oh! I already said it all in my comment earlier in this questionnaire. Dr. Yenchek and his stall are excellent!

    May 04, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    He was very accommodating and helpful.

    May 02, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Trusted and personable

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  • Robert Yenchek, MD, MSc, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine. Dr. Yenchek received his Bachelor of Science from Northwestern University in 2001. He went on to receive his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 2005. He then completed his Internal Medicine training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL in 2008. He studied at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for his Nephrology subspecialty training, which he finished in 2011. While at the University of Pittsburgh, he completed a Master’s Degree in Clinical Research in 2012. Dr. Yenchek joined the University of Utah Wasatch Kidney Specialists in 2012, where he serves as the medical director of the Lakeside Dialysis Unit and the DaVita West Bountiful. Dr. Yenchek practices clinical nephrology at the University of Utah Wasatch Kidney Specialists with his main office at St. Mark’s Hospital. His practice locations also include the Farmington Health Center as well as the Comprehensive Kidney Stone Center at the main University Hospital. He provides inpatient coverage at St. Mark’s Hospital, Intermountain Medical Center, LDS hospital, Promise Hospital, and Landmark Hospital. His clinical interests include acute and chronic kidney disease, kidney stone care, electrolyte disorders, hypertension, polycystic kidney disease, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and kidney transplant care.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Internal Medicine -Primary
    Academic Divisions Nephrology
    Board Certification
    American Board of Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Nephrology)

    Education history

    Fellowship University of Pittsburgh Chief Fellow
    Clinical Research - University of Pittsburgh M.Sc.
    Fellowship Nephrology - University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Hospital & Pittsburgh Veteran’s Affairs Hospital Fellow
    Internal Medicine - McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine - Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine M.D.
    Biochemistry, Honors Program in Medical Education - Northwestern University B.S.

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