Makaela Adamson
( out of 13 reviews )

Makaela Adamson, PA-C

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Sugar House Health Center

Salt Lake City
801-581-2000
Directions

University of Utah Hospital

General Surgery, Area E
Salt Lake City
801-585-1618
Directions

  • Makaela is a certified Physician Assistant who completed her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at Southern Virginia University before earning her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from Point Loma Nazarene University. With a strong focus on preventive and obesity medicine, she specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgery. As an integral member of the surgical team, Makaela assists in the operating room, manages inpatient care, and provides follow-up care for patients in the outpatient setting.

    She enjoys her responsibilities, which include ordering and evaluating labs, monitoring weight loss, and identifying nutritional needs to optimize patient outcomes. Makaela approaches patient care with compassion and dedication, ensuring that each patient receives personalized attention.

    Outside of her professional life, she cherishes time spent with her family and enjoys camping. With a deep passion for exploration, Makaela dreams of traveling the world to experience diverse cultures and adventures.

    Specialties

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 13 reviews )

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    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

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    March 27, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    A long line of people will need.help She can handle it. A very good doctor.

    February 26, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Makaela Adamson was very caring to my situation and listened to my needs! She knows her stuff and I would recommend her to everyone!!!

    February 19, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Makaela worked right alongside Dr. Morrow & myself to recognize that I needed an ER trip to have an appendicitis procedure immediately.

    February 09, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Makayla is so amazing and caring. I really love my visits with her.

    February 05, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Very friendly and enjoyable to work with

    November 27, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Makaela is very kind and personable. She listened and answered all my questions.

  • Makaela is a certified Physician Assistant who completed her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at Southern Virginia University before earning her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from Point Loma Nazarene University. With a strong focus on preventive and obesity medicine, she specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgery. As an integral member of the surgical team, Makaela assists in the operating room, manages inpatient care, and provides follow-up care for patients in the outpatient setting.

    She enjoys her responsibilities, which include ordering and evaluating labs, monitoring weight loss, and identifying nutritional needs to optimize patient outcomes. Makaela approaches patient care with compassion and dedication, ensuring that each patient receives personalized attention.

    Outside of her professional life, she cherishes time spent with her family and enjoys camping. With a deep passion for exploration, Makaela dreams of traveling the world to experience diverse cultures and adventures.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Surgery -Advanced Practice Clinician
    Academic Divisions General Surgery