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Kirk B. Bjella
Rating: 5.0 of 5
( out of 35 reviews )

Kirk B. Bjella, FAAP, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

University Pediatric Clinic

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

Huntsman Mental Health Institute Neurobehavior HOME Program
240 East Morris Ave
Salt Lake City , UT 84115
  • Dr. Bjella is a board-certified pediatrician providing care from the newborn period through adolescence. His interests include autism, developmental disabilities, preventative care, and underserved populations. He enjoys being involved in medical student and resident education. During his free time, he can often be found hiking or camping with his wife and dogs.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)

    Patient Rating

    Rating: 5.0 out of 5
    5.0 /5
    ( out of 35 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.

    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    It felt like he might have been over booked, or other patients that required his attention more than us. We received excellent care at our first, newborn appointment, but we were there for 90 minutes.

    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Bjella is fantastic! He is patient, knowledgeable and aproachable, always explains things thoroughly, and really cares about his patients. The visits with him are so efficient, he pays attention to details and carefully listens to any concerns we have, baby seems so comfortable with him during the check up.

    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    I loved that he came to check in on me towards the end of the visit and really just checked in on me and made sure I had no questions or anything. It made me feel especially cared for

    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    My son is autistic and he took the time to try to make my son feel comfortable. I very much appreciate that.

    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr.Bjella is absolutely amazing. He didn't try to rush me during our visit, he was so patient & kind & encouraged me to ask questions.

    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    The nurse and MD were great. Professional, courteous, and engaging with my daughter

    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Provider was great! My daughter said she wants to go back to him and only him. I loved the way he spoke to my daughter, made her feel so comfortable.

    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    He is the best with kids. He asked Kambree all the questions and waited for her to answer. He wanted to hear from her before me, as the adult. He asked her if she had any questions, and wanted to make sure she was comfortable with what was going on. I loved it!

    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Bjella was so patient and listened to all of my concerns. My daughter loved him too

  • Dr. Bjella is a board-certified pediatrician providing care from the newborn period through adolescence. His interests include autism, developmental disabilities, preventative care, and underserved populations. He enjoys being involved in medical student and resident education. During his free time, he can often be found hiking or camping with his wife and dogs.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

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

    Education history

    Undergraduate Major: Biology; Minor: Chemistry - Concordia College B.A.
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences M.D.
    Residency Pediatrics - University of Utah School of Medicine Resident

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Frenette A, Morrell J, Bjella K, Fogarty E, Beal J, Chaudhary (2015). Do Diametric Measurements Provide Sufficient and Reliable Tumor Assessment? An Evaluation of Diametric, Areametric, and Volumetric Variability of Lung Lesion Measurements on Computerized Tomography Scans. Journal of oncology, 2015, 632943. (Read full publication)
    2. Thomas JW, Levy DP, Sherpa AJ, Lama L, Judkins A, Chambers AA, Crandall H, Schoenhals S, Bjella KB, Vaughan JH, Grubb PH, Fassl (2022). Analysis of the Perinatal Care System in a Remote and Mountainous District of Nepal. Maternal and child health journal, 26(10), 1976-1982. (Read full publication)