Kay J. Go
( out of 33 reviews )

Kay J. Go, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Sugar House Health Center

Salt Lake City
801-581-2000
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  • Dr. Kathleen "Kay" Go received her undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada, Reno and her medical degree from the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. She completed a pediatrics residency at the University of Utah where she also served as a pediatric chief resident for the 2022-2023 academic year.

    Dr. Go's clinical interests include adolescent medicine and mental health, behavior and development with a special interest in autism, and resident medical education. She also has an interest in global, rural, and underserved health and education and earned a certificate within the Global, Rural, and Underserved Child Health (GRUCH) Program at the University of Utah. She currently sees patients at Sugarhouse Clinic, University Pediatric Clinic, West High School Clinic, and the University of Utah Nursery.

    When not working, Dr. Go enjoys spending time outdoors skiing, mountain biking, hiking, and camping. She loves traveling, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 33 reviews )

    The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.

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

    Patient Comments

    Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    January 23, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    She took the time to help the kids feel comfortable. One child was unsure about getting their ears checked and she worked with us to make sure she took it slow and worked at their pace to support the concern and continue to check up. It was great!

    December 14, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Go and her team were outstanding. They were incredibly kind and caring. Dr. Go was compassionate and explained a new diagnosis while answering all our questions. We are so happy with the care we received.

    December 12, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Dr Joy Go was so kind and provided great insight to the questions I had about my baby.

    July 08, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Knows a lot and i trust her

    June 03, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    It was a privilege to have Dr Go helping my daughter with her illness. She was very sweet and offered us extra advice on other issues as well.

    May 27, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    She was wonderful, very caring and knowledgeable.

    May 03, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Fabulous doctor!! Great with teens!!

    March 22, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    She's really good doctor who took care of my son . It was our first time meeting her but she's just wonderful.

    March 20, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Kathleen is very knowledgeable of her scope of practice. She is very attentive and respectful of her patients and peers.

  • Dr. Kathleen "Kay" Go received her undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada, Reno and her medical degree from the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. She completed a pediatrics residency at the University of Utah where she also served as a pediatric chief resident for the 2022-2023 academic year.

    Dr. Go's clinical interests include adolescent medicine and mental health, behavior and development with a special interest in autism, and resident medical education. She also has an interest in global, rural, and underserved health and education and earned a certificate within the Global, Rural, and Underserved Child Health (GRUCH) Program at the University of Utah. She currently sees patients at Sugarhouse Clinic, University Pediatric Clinic, West High School Clinic, and the University of Utah Nursery.

    When not working, Dr. Go enjoys spending time outdoors skiing, mountain biking, hiking, and camping. She loves traveling, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Pediatrics -Assistant Professor (Clinical)
    Academic Divisions General Pediatrics
    Board Certification
    American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)

    Education history

    Chief Resident Pediatrics - University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine Chief Resident
    Residency Pediatrics - University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine; Scholarly Concentration in Global Health - University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine M.D.
    Undergraduate Biochemistry and Molecular Biology - University of Nevada, Reno B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Bahr TM, Henry E, Christensen RD, Minton SD, Bhutani VK, Resident Contributor (2021). A New Hour-Specific Serum Bilirubin Nomogram for Neonates ≥35 Weeks of Gestation. J Pediatr, 236, 28-33.e1. (Read full article)

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