Aarti Vala,
MD
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Aarti Vala, MD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of General Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine. She provides care for infants, children, and adolescents at the University Pediatric Clinic as well as newborns in the University Hospital Well Baby and Intermediate Care Nurseries. She enjoys caring for diverse groups including Spanish-speaking and refugee populations. Establishing strong relationships with patients and families drives her clinical practice.
Dr. Vala is passionate about advocating for marginalized populations and establishing partnerships with these communities to improve health disparities and medical literacy. She is also interested in adolescent health, particularly at-risk youth, and medical education. Dr. Vala is currently the Vice President of the national organization AMWA PATH (Physicians Against the Trafficking of Humans) and provides anti-trafficking education for healthcare professionals around the country. She received her medical degree from Wright State University in Dayton, OH and completed her Pediatric Residency at Phoenix Children’s Hospital in Arizona.
Clinical Locations
801-581-2205
Fax: (801) 213-8030
Pediatrics, Area F
801-581-2205
Fax: (801) 585-6846
University Hospital
Well Baby Nursery801-585-5349
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Pediatrics
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | General Pediatrics |
| Board Certification | American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics) |
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
4.9/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.9/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.4/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.9/ 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
December 05, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Vala is excellent and takes time to listen. She is kind and patient with my son and I appreciate her expertise and kindness.
UofU Patient
September 17, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Vala was amazing with my teen. She made her feel heard and comfortable and she allowed her to be a part of the decision making process.
UofU Patient
August 21, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Vala is amazing! My son seen her once or twice at the main hospital before she was his primary PCP. We as a whole really like her.
UofU Patient
July 01, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Vala is professional and very kind to the kids. We all really appreciate the care from her.
UofU Patient
May 15, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Vala truly changed our lives. She heard our concerns and really addressed and explored them, and was the first doctor to provide a diagnosis for our daughter's ongoing issues. She shows full concern for every part of our daughter's life and wellness, and has her on medication that has dramatically improved her health. Dr. Vala always takes her time with us and is available when we need her. We are so so grateful!
UofU Patient
May 10, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
very reassuring
UofU Patient
March 24, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
dr vala is always patient and thorough with my son and myself. we love having her as our pediatrician!
UofU Patient
February 16, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Our MD refused to see us because we were 15 min late. I will no longer be seeing provider and will not seek care for my daughter at sugar house Clinic
UofU Patient
February 05, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Vala has great bedside manner. As first time parents, we appreciate her empathy and patience in answering all our questions. She is genuinely concerned about our well being as new parents as well as our daughter's. We never have to wait long which is much appreciated when dealing with an infant.
UofU Patient
January 16, 2021
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Vala was very receptive to my concerns and made me feel like an equal in making plans for my daughter's care.
UofU Patient
November 19, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I wish she had gone over other possibilities of the type of illness in more detail.
UofU Patient
October 31, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
it was my first time at the U and with Dr. Vala. I am so happy that she is my kids physician. she is very friendly and takes her time to listen and offer support. she made me feel so welcomed.
UofU Patient
October 23, 2020
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Vala is very patient and took her time with us. Thank you so much!
UofU Patient
July 19, 2020
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
We love Dr. Vala! She is kind, smart and has good communication. She has a conversation with me rather than just talking at me. I appreciate her concern and commitment to my kids' care!
Aarti Vala, MD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of General Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine. She provides care for infants, children, and adolescents at the University Pediatric Clinic as well as newborns in the University Hospital Well Baby and Intermediate Care Nurseries. She enjoys caring for diverse groups including Spanish-speaking and refugee populations. Establishing strong relationships with patients and families drives her clinical practice.
Dr. Vala is passionate about advocating for marginalized populations and establishing partnerships with these communities to improve health disparities and medical literacy. She is also interested in adolescent health, particularly at-risk youth, and medical education. Dr. Vala is currently the Vice President of the national organization AMWA PATH (Physicians Against the Trafficking of Humans) and provides anti-trafficking education for healthcare professionals around the country. She received her medical degree from Wright State University in Dayton, OH and completed her Pediatric Residency at Phoenix Children’s Hospital in Arizona.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Pediatrics
-
Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | General Pediatrics |
| Board Certification | American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics) |