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Kathy M.Ostler
( out of 75 reviews )

Kathy M.Ostler, MD, FAAP

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

University of Utah Hospital

Well Baby Nursery
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84132

University Pediatric Clinic

University Pediatric Clinic
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84132

Dr. Kathy Ostler practiced community pediatrics for over 20 years before joining the University of Utah faculty in 2024. She cares for general pediatric patients at University Pediatric Clinic and for newborns in the Well Baby and Intermediate Care Nurseries at University Hospital. She specializes in general pediatrics, supporting children and families from infancy through adolescence, with a special interest in gastroenterology, obesity medicine and diabetes prevention. Dr. Ostler is committed to partnering with families to provide personalized, compassionate care.

Dr. Ostler completed medical school at the University of Utah and her residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, experimenting with new recipes, hiking, and exploring yarn shops and used bookstores.

Specialties

Board Certification

American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)

Patient Rating

Patients consistently describe the doctor as kind, caring, and personable, with a gentle approach that puts children at ease. Reviewers emphasize clear explanations, attentive listening, and thorough, thoughtful care that involves patients and families in decision-making. Comments also note timely follow-up and reassuring communication after visits.

Generated via Patient Reviews

4.7 /5
( out of 75 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.


Apr 20, 2026
EXTERNAL SITE

One of the most amazing doctors i have seen for a dietitian. Listens and explains everything so I can understand and always treats me with respect. Absolutely love her.

Jan 18, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Came in at the end and was very reassuring.

Dec 13, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Ostler is an experienced and caring pediatrician. Our daughter is apprehensive of medical professionals and Dr. Ostler saw her and was gentle and cared for her in manner than helped my daughter (even if she still cried). We felt heard and seen. So happy to be working with Dr. Ostler!

Oct 23, 2025
EXTERNAL SITE

Such an amazingly kind, knowledgable, thorough and personable doctor.

Aug 08, 2025
EXTERNAL SITE

This doctor is concerned about my child taking his treatment. He takes his time to talk to me about how to take care of him. [TRANSLATED]

Jun 19, 2025
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Osler is a great doctor! She listens carefully she knows how to talk to teenagers and involves you with your care making decisions. I can't say enough good things about her!

Jun 16, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

She's amazing. Took the time to really listen to our concerns and help us feel better about a path forward. So kind and sweet with our baby. Highly recommend.

Feb 28, 2025
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Oltler was very kind and respectful. I love how she was able to explain things that were very difficult to understand and took the time to listed to my and my daughters questions.

Feb 25, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Ostler was so kind and thorough. She listened to his needs but also his stories and thoughts. She called us with results after the visit, very thorough and thoughtful.

Dec 21, 2024
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

She was amazing!


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

Education history

Residency Pediatrics - Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Resident
Professional Medical Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine M.D.
Undergraduate Major: Biology; Minor: Chemistry - University of Utah B.S.