Ellen H. Morrow,
MD
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Dr. Morrow completed a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery and has significant experience in esophageal surgery and diagnosis of pathophysiology. She has performed a high volume of laparoscopic procedures for reflux, paraesophageal hernias, and achalasia. Dr. Morrow is certified in bariatric (weight loss) surgery, with experience in laparoscopic gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and revisions. Dr. Morrow performs foregut, bariatric, and general surgery at the University and Veteran’s Hospitals. Dr. Morrow provides patient-centered care. Her goal is to assist her patients in improving their health and their lives.
Clinical Locations
University Hospital
General Surgery, Clinic 5801-581-2765
University Hospital
Bariatric Surgery, Clinic 5801-587-3856
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | General Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Surgery |
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 spoke using clear language
4.6/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.6/ 5
My confidence in care provider
4.6/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.5/ 5
Wait time at clinic
3.9/ 5
Time care provider spent with me
4.6/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.6/ 5
Care provider's friendliness and courtesy
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
June 25, 2018
Dr Marrow was very helpful in talking to me about concerns I had and I felt included in the decisions for my health. I never felt she was rushing to leave, but gave me her full attention.
UofU Patient
March 31, 2018
Dr. Morrow is the best. She's a great listener and took her time explaining what my surgical options would be.
UofU Patient
March 21, 2018
Would definitely recommend Dr Morrow - she's been excellent throughout
UofU Patient
May 09, 2017
physician assistant called insurance company for information, was very helpful. Dr. Morrow is very good about explaining symptoms, current problem, and surgery, and answering questions, without rushing.
UofU Patient
March 09, 2017
Prior to January, which is when I first started coming to UofU. I relied solely on IHC for all healthcare. Since coming to UofU, I have loved it! The facilities, staff, ease of scheduling/check-in, etc., is way better than IHC. Thank you!
UofU Patient
October 16, 2016
the best nersues and doctors ive ever meet
UofU Patient
September 26, 2016
I felt like the nurses totally knew what they were doing. And of course, I really liked Dr. Morrow from the beginning. She seems very knowledgeable and competent.
UofU Patient
September 13, 2016
She was amazing.
UofU Patient
April 29, 2016
I would have been more impressed if she would have been willing to do the research I need herself instead of assuming others should do it. If she is willing to follow the suggestion of the GI doctors why is she not willing to help research whether surgery is appropriate for me? this said I was much happier with her than I was with the surgeon I saw before her who was unwilling to consider surgery even though he felt like my gallbladder was the problem. And at least she was willing to listen and answer my questions. Chances are good I will be back for surgery with her after the necessary research is done by the GI doctor.
UofU Patient
April 24, 2016
nurses were awesome!
UofU Patient
January 21, 2016
Excellent doctor, Fellow, lots of information, made me feel very comfortable about my proceedure
UofU Patient
March 07, 2015
I was extremely impressed with my services provider and plan on seeing her in the future.
UofU Patient
February 21, 2015
Dr. Morrow explained the different treatment options clearly, and took the time to answer my questions completely.
Dr. Morrow’s research interests are:
- The role of anti-reflux surgery in the natural history of Barrett’s esophagus
- Anti-reflux surgery as treatment for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
- Appropriate procedure choice for morbidly obese patients with reflux
Dr. Morrow has been an invited speaker on anti-reflux surgery and esophageal physiology testing. She has authored papers on the improvement in cardiac function after bariatric surgery, surgical education, and adoption of new surgical techniques both here and abroad. She is interested in international health, and has taught laparoscopy to surgical residents in Ethiopia.
Dr. Morrow looks forward to engaging in research with her colleagues at the University of Utah, and began the Masters in Clinical Investigation program this summer.
Recent publications:
Morrow EH, Bushyhead D, Wassenaar E, Hinojosa M, Loviscek M, Pellegrini CA, Oelschlager BK (2014). The Impact of Laparoscopic Anti-reflux Surgery in Patients with Barrett’s Esophagus. Surg Endosc. Jun 17. [Epub ahead of print].
Morrow EH, Oelschlager BK (2014). Surgery for Barrett’s Esophagus: From Metaplasia to Cancer. In Fisichella PM, Soper NJ, Pellegrini CA, Patti MG (Ed.), Surgical management of benign esophageal disorders (pp. 215-225). London: Springer-Verlag.
Morrow EH, Pellegrini CA, Mokadam NA, Khandelwal S (2014). Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass During Left Ventricular Assist Device Support and Ventricular Recovery. J Heart Lung Transplant 33(8):870-1.
Morrow EH, Oelschlager BK (2013). Laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair. [Review]. Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech, 23(5), 446-8.
Academic Locations
School of Medicine
801-581-7738
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | General Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Surgery |
Education History
| Fellowship | University of Washington Minimally Invasive Surgery Senior Fellow |
| Residency | Stanford University Hospital Surgery Resident |
| Professional Medical | Stanford University Medical School Medicine M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Yale University Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology B.S. |
| Graduate Training | University of Utah Clinical Investigation M.S.C.I |