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Jacob Fetzer
( out of 325 reviews )

Jacob Fetzer, PA-C

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

University of Utah Hospital

Heart Failure Clinic
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84132

University of Utah Hospital

50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84132

University of Utah Hospital

Heart Transplant Clinic
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84132

Jake Fetzer PA-C, MPAS is a board certified Physician Assistant working primarily with heart failure and transplant patients at the University of Utah Medical Center. In addition to managing complications related to heart failure, he is involved in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of other cardiac pathologies.

He has enjoyed living in Utah the majority of his life. He did his undergraduate studies at the University of Utah, graduating summa cum laude. Thereafter, he completed his medical training through the University of Utah Physician Assistant Program. Prior to graduate training, Jake worked for over 6 years in pathology.

Jake has also been involved in multiple research endeavors, including hormone receptor analysis in the setting of breast cancer. He later presented findings of his research at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium in December 2009. He is excited to be part of the University of Utah’s Department of Cardiology, which has a long history of contributing crucial research that has helped shape the current management approach of many cardiovascular conditions, especially heart failure and transplant.

Patient Rating

Patients consistently describe Dr. Fetzer as caring, personable, and genuinely concerned, which helps them feel heard and comfortable. Many comment on his clear communication, thorough explanations, and willingness to spend time answering questions and discussing treatment options. Reviewers express strong trust and confidence in his knowledge and professionalism combined with a warm bedside manner.

Generated via Patient Reviews

4.9 /5
( out of 325 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 15, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

He's a wonderful doctor. He's caring and listens to you. He is very thorough and he doesn't rush you with time he spends with you.

May 12, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Fetzer was great I found him to be very thorough with explaining to me options for my treatment.

May 01, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Very personable and listens. Also jokes and makes you feel at ease.

Apr 29, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Jacob did an excellent job of communicating what my current condition is and what may happen in the future. He answered my questions in a common language way. I was very satisfied with his attention to me and would recommend him to others.

Apr 29, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

I have complete confidence in the personal concern and the medical services provided by Dr. Fetzer!!

Mar 05, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Excellent, knowledgeable

Mar 02, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Jacob is a great example of why I stay with the university hospital for my care of me he listens and he explains everything to me he treats me right and I really appreciate him

Feb 06, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Jake was great. He was very knowledgeable, caring, great listener, and patient. I really trust his opinion.

Jan 28, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Very professional and willing to spend time to get details of my condition and symptoms. Analytical and ready with suggested treatment going forward. Very personable and interested in my welfare and treatment.

Dec 18, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Jake is always very interested in my situation and does a great job.

Dec 17, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

very good and caring

Dec 17, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Extremely thoughtful and very to talk with

Nov 20, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Jacob c Fetzer is the only person still with me sense 2017 when I had my second heart attack and then my surgery and he has been with me and cares about my heart and health he is a very special man to me I have felt comfortable with him and I can talk with him and he listens and understands me and makes me feel good about myself and my life is worth living I'm blessed to have him in my corner as the saying goes

Nov 12, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

I think he cares and wants to help you heal.

Oct 28, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Very caring, listens to me. And answers my questions.

Oct 09, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Very complete and professional health care.

Sep 05, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Demonstrates genuine concern and warm and personable in conversation yet professional.

Aug 28, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Awesome

Aug 06, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Jacob is concerned with my health and helping me improve.

May 30, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

The experience was very good [TRANSLATED]

May 15, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Jacob cooper Fetzer is a very good pac

May 15, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Professional, courteous and through

May 15, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

I was deeply impressed with his knowledge and concern for me as a person

Feb 28, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Great doctor!

Dec 30, 2024
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

Easy to talk to.

Dec 09, 2024
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

Dr. Fetzer gives me great confidence in dealing with my heart failure diagnosis. He is sincere and genuine in my perception.

Nov 20, 2024
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

Excellent at listening and explaining

Nov 13, 2024
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

well able to respond

Oct 30, 2024
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

I'm very happy to be taking care by Jacob he has made me feel better about myself and that's why I have respect and admiration for him


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.

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Internal Medicine -Advanced Practice Clinician
Academic Divisions Cardiovascular Medicine

Education history

Graduate Training Physician Assistant Studies - University of Utah M.P.A.
Undergraduate Behavioral Science and Health - University of Utah B.S.