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Eric T. Volckmann
( out of 416 reviews )

Eric T. Volckmann, MD, FACS, FASMBS

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

Sugar House Health Center

1280 E. Stringham Avenue
Salt Lake City , UT 84106

Dr. Eric Volckmann is the Director of the University of Utah Health Care Bariatric Surgery Program at the University Hospital in Salt Lake City. Dr. Volckmann specializes in minimally invasive upper gastrointestinal procedures and bariatric (weight loss) surgery. Dr. Volckmann received his medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He then continued on to his residency in Chicago at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. While at Northwestern, Dr. Volckmann also completed a two-year research fellowship focusing on the development of new minimally invasive surgical techniques.



After finishing his surgical residency, Dr. Volckmann then completed a Clinical Assistant Professorship at The Ohio State University Medical Center (one of the oldest training programs in the country focused on minimally invasive surgery) where he gained extensive training in minimally invasive gastrointestinal and bariatric procedures such as laparoscopic gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and adjustable gastric banding. Dr. Volckmann's other areas of clinical expertise include: diagnostic and interventional flexible upper endoscopy, laparoscopic surgery for complicated gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hiatal hernias, achalasia, and abdominal wall hernias.

Dr. Volckmann's research interests include surgical outcomes and quality, and studying the effects of bariatric surgery on inflammation, nutrition, and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Board Certification

American Board of Surgery (Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Focused Practice Designation)
American Board of Surgery (Sub: General Surgery)
National Board of Medical Examiners

Patient Rating

Patients consistently praise Dr. Volckmann for clear explanations and strong communication, noting that he takes time to answer questions and makes treatment options understandable. Reviewers highlight his compassionate, attentive bedside manner and say he makes them feel heard and confident in their care. Many also commend his surgical skill and the supportive, accommodating staff who contribute to a positive overall experience.

Generated via Patient Reviews

4.9 /5
( out of 416 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.


May 22, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

He cares

May 15, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Fantastic doc, I would highly recommend him. Very kind and takes the time to explain and listin yo your concerns. I felt really comfortable when I left his visit. Thank you, Doc Volckmann!

May 04, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Volckmann is the best and really shows he cares about his patient's. He explains well so that you understand. He takes his time with you and doesn't make you feel rushed. I have confidence in his skills and feel safe with him.

Apr 26, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Very concerned about my care

Apr 17, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Very professional and explains everything in a simple and respectful way [TRANSLATED]

Apr 10, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr Volckman is a very caring person who helps you meet your health goals.

Mar 20, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Great doctor! Listens to you and your concerns.

Mar 15, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

I feel very confident with Dr. Volckman

Mar 05, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr Volckmann cares and always has yours best interest in mind. I came to him with multiple issues and he has been amazing at managing my healthcare.

Feb 19, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Volckmann is an excellent surgeon, he and his team did an excellent job fixing my hiatal hernia . Answering questions, helping me make my decisions about the type of surgery I would choose for the repair. I would return to Dr Volckmann for any and all gastrointestinal issues.

Feb 05, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Our experience with Dr. Volckmann was very pleasant. He has an amazing bedside manner and truly listens and cares about your situation. I'm very confident in his experience as a Dr and highly recommend him!

Feb 03, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr.Volckmann is a very caring doctor & made me feel at ease with my Hiatal Hernia surgery! He is the BEST!!!

Jan 29, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Volckmann made feel confident about the treatment for my condition.

Jan 22, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

I was very impressed by his bedside manners and the time and care he took to speak at a levels that I understand the procedure.

Dec 23, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Explained everything concerning my options for treating my situation. Excellent communication skills and his staff seemed to be a well trained team.

Dec 12, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

He saved my life. I will always be grateful for his compassion and knowledge!

Nov 17, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Eric T. Volckman explained my condition to me better than previous doctors. And that helped me make a better decision to have the surgery, and I know I'll feel better. Thanks Dr. Volckman

Nov 03, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Nothing more. Nothing more can be done

Oct 24, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Always so understanding and explains things clearly

Oct 23, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr Volckmann is very attentive and concerned about patient's understanding of their diagnosis and treatment options. He was patient with my questions and spent time addressing all of my questions.

Oct 20, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

I have a great deal of confidence in Dr Volckmann

Oct 13, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

He is caring and respectful of my decisions.

Sep 07, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Excellent doctor

Aug 25, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

I've been seen by a different bariatric surgeon and was not at all impressed so I was referred to Dr. Volkmann and am VERY happy I found him. He is extremely patient and kind and understanding. You don't feel like a number or anything other a patient he truly cares about and wants to help. If you need help he has a lot of experience in many things I would recommend him over any other Bariatric Dr. He also specializes in many other things, so look him up and give him a call you'll be glad you did.

Aug 04, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

I was impressed by Dr. Volckmann's time and effort to listen to me and make sure I understood his thoughts. Also he made sure we were all on the same page before our visit was done.

Jul 07, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Thanks for the care & advice

Jul 03, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Very caring and knowledgeable.

Jun 29, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Informative and friendly

Jun 12, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Skilled, knowledgeable surgeon. Procedure he performed is complication free. Easy post op instructions. Thank you Dr Volckmann.

Jun 04, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Volckmann, was pleasant. and knowledgeable and was matter of fact and straight to business! within 10 minutes of seeing him, he had booked my surgery, and I was on my way! I did want to get something for the nerve pain, but he really didn't seem to think I needed anything.

May 12, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

IÕm glad I found Dr Volkmann he explains everything you need to know and your options very pleasant demeanor and heÕs someone you trust

May 07, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

He is a sweet and caring man.

May 05, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr Volckmann is an amazing doctor!

Apr 27, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Volckmann was very patient with an our questions and concerns. He took time to explain our options and the why behind those options. This was out first visit, and felt very confident in his explanations and confidence with our situation.

Apr 23, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Staff is so accommodating, I would trust Dr. Volkman to do anything. His surgery student was amazing. It was an awesome experience.

Apr 20, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Great at explaining my problem and what my options for treatment were available.

Jan 23, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Excellent bedside manner!

Dec 19, 2024
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

He is amazing and his staff rocks!

Dec 09, 2024
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Very easy to communicate with.

Nov 28, 2024
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

He is compassionate and takes the time to listen.

Nov 05, 2024
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

DR VOLCKMANN IS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND DOCTOR!!

Oct 14, 2024
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

I'm extremely hopeful for a solution and it's all thanks to Volckmann and his team

Sep 22, 2024
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Very impressed with Dr Volckmann & his bedside manner. Very kind, informative & helpful.

Sep 17, 2024
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

He is a great doctor who cares about you and your health. I would highly recommend him (and I have).


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.

Dr. Eric Volckmann is the Director of the University of Utah Health Care Bariatric Surgery Program at the University Hospital in Salt Lake City. Dr. Volckmann specializes in minimally invasive upper gastrointestinal procedures and bariatric (weight loss) surgery. Dr. Volckmann received his medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He then continued on to his residency in Chicago at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. While at Northwestern, Dr. Volckmann also completed a two-year research fellowship focusing on the development of new minimally invasive surgical techniques.



After finishing his surgical residency, Dr. Volckmann then completed a Clinical Assistant Professorship at The Ohio State University Medical Center (one of the oldest training programs in the country focused on minimally invasive surgery) where he gained extensive training in minimally invasive gastrointestinal and bariatric procedures such as laparoscopic gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and adjustable gastric banding. Dr. Volckmann's other areas of clinical expertise include: diagnostic and interventional flexible upper endoscopy, laparoscopic surgery for complicated gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hiatal hernias, achalasia, and abdominal wall hernias.

Dr. Volckmann's research interests include surgical outcomes and quality, and studying the effects of bariatric surgery on inflammation, nutrition, and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Surgery -Associate Professor (Clinical)
Academic Divisions General Surgery
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery (Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Focused Practice Designation)
American Board of Surgery (Sub: General Surgery)
National Board of Medical Examiners

Education history

Fellowship Clinical Assistant Professorship in Minimally Invasive Surgery - The Ohio State University Medical Center, Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellow
Research Fellow Minimally Invasive Surgery - McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Research Fellow
Residency General Surgery - McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Resident
Professional Medical Medicine - University of North Carolina School of Medicine M.D.
Undergraduate Biology - concentration in Chemistry; Minor in Business Administration - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill B.S.

Selected Publications

Journal Article

  1. Khouri A, Martinez P, Kieffer M, Volckmann E, Chen J, Morrow E, Turner N, Ibele A (2022). Repairing small type I hiatal hernias at the time of RYGB is not necessary to achieve resolution of reflux symptoms. Surg Endosc, 37(6), 4910-4916.
  2. Chen J, Razzouk J, Martinez P, Kohler R, Morrow E, Ibele A, Volckmann E (2022). The utility of endoscopy prior to bariatric surgery: an 11-year retrospective analysis of 885 patients. Surg Endosc, 37(4), 3127-3135.
  3. McGarrity LA, Terrill AL, Martinez PL, Ibele AR, Morrow EH, Volckmann ET, Smith TW (2022). The Role of Resilience in Psychological Health Among Bariatric Surgery Patients. Obes Surg, 32(3), 792-800.
  4. Kindel TL, Ganga RR, Baker JW, Noria SF, Jones DB, Omotosho P, Volckmann ET, Williams NN, Telem DA, Petrick AT, Gould JC, ASMBS Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Committee (2021). American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: Preoperative Care Pathway for Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass. Surg Obes Relat Dis, 17(9), 1529-1540.
  5. Martinez PL, McGarrity LA, Turner NA, Volckmann ET, Kohler RM, Morrow EH, Ibele AR (2021). Self-Pay Payer Status Predicts Long-Term Loss to Follow-Up After Bariatric Surgery. Obes Surg, 31(4), 1590-1596.
  6. Morrow E, Chang JW, Biber J, Miller M, McGarrity L, Glasgow R, Volckmann E, Ibele A, Brooke B (2020). Prospective Collection of PROMIS Physical Function Measure Demonstrates Significant Improvement After Bariatric Surgery. Obes Surg, 30(5), 1898-1903.
  7. Sullivan S, Swain J, Woodman G, Edmundowicz S, Hassanein T, Shayani V, Fang JC, Noar M, Eid G, English WJ, Tariq N, Larsen M, Jonnalagadda SS, Riff DS, Ponce J, Early D, Volckmann E, Ibele AR, Spann MD, Krishnan K, Bucobo JC, Pryor A (2018). Randomized sham-controlled trial of the 6-month swallowable gas-filled intragastric balloon system for weight loss. Surg Obes Relat Dis, 14(12), 1876-1889.
  8. Chen J, Miller M, Ibele A, Morrow E, Glasgow R, Volckmann E (2018). Dual Ring Wound Protector Reduces Circular Stapler Related Surgical Site Infections in Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass. Obes Surg, 28(10), 3352-3359.
  9. Shah NR, Mikami DJ, Cook C, Manilchuk A, Hodges C, Memark VR, Volckmann ET, Hall CR, Steinberg S, Needleman B, Hazey JW, Melvin WS, Narula VK (2011). A comparison of outcomes between open and laparoscopic surgical repair of recurrent inguinal hernias. Surg Endosc, 25(7), 2330-7.
  10. Volckmann ET, Hungness ES, Soper NJ, Swanstrom LL (2009). Surgeon perceptions of Natural Orifice Translumenal Endoscopic Surgery (NOTES). J Gastrointest Surg, 13(8), 1401-10.
  11. Swanstrom LL, Volckmann E, Hungness E, Soper NJ (2009). Patient attitudes and expectations regarding natural orifice translumenal endoscopic surgery. Surg Endosc, 23(7), 1519-25.

Abstract

  1. Auyang ED, Vaziri K, Volckmann E, Martin JA, Soper NJ, Hungness ES (2008). NOTES: cadaveric rendezvous hybrid small bowel resection. [Abstract]. Surg Endosc, 22(10), 2277-8.