M. Libby Weaver
Rating: 4.8 of 5
( out of 37 reviews )

M. Libby Weaver, MD, MHPE

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

Evanston Regional Hospital

Cardiovascular Outreach Care
190 Arrowhead Drive
Evanston , WY 82930
801-585-7676
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Huntsman Cancer Institute - Cancer Hospital South

Vascular Surgery
1950 Circle of Hope
Salt Lake City , UT 84112
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Primary Children's Hospital

Pediatric Vascular Surgery
100 N Mario Capecchi Drive
Salt Lake City , UT 84113
801-662-2950
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U of U Health Elko Specialty Clinic

Cardiovascular Outreach Clinic
247 Bluffs Ave
Elko , NV 89801
801-581-3495
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University of Utah Hospital

Vascular Surgery
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84132
801-585-7676
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University of Utah Hospital

Vascular Diagnostic & Imaging Lab
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84132
801-585-7676
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  • M. Libby Weaver, MD, is a board-certified vascular surgeon specializing in all aspects of the surgical treatment of arterial, venous, and lymphatic diseases. She has advanced expertise in peripheral artery disease, hemodialysis access, and thoracic outlet syndrome, with a particular focus on limb salvage procedures. Dr. Weaver is committed to delivering exceptional care to patients with complex vascular conditions, tailoring treatment plans to improve outcomes and quality of life.

    Additional Clinical Specialties

    • Open and endovascular treatment of aortic aneurysms and dissections • Mesenteric and renal arterial disease
    • Median arcuate ligament syndrome
    • Hemodialysis access
    • Aortoiliac occlusive disease
    • Cerebrovascular disease
    • Vascular reconstruction for oncologic resections • Vascular trauma

    Patient Care Philosophy

    Dr. Weaver believes that all patients deserve compassionate, high-quality care, regardless of their background. She treats every patient as if they are a member of her family and strives to empower patients through education about their conditions and treatment options, ensuring they are active participants in their healthcare.

    Research Interests

    • Addressing health disparities in vascular disease
    • Innovations in surgical education
    • Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the surgical workforce
    • Exploring the relationship between workforce diversity, quality of care, and patient outcomes
    • Ensuring the delivery of high-value, appropriate care

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Surgery (Sub: General Surgery)
    American Board of Surgery (Sub: Vascular Surgery)

    Patient Rating

    Rating: 4.8 out of 5
    4.8 /5
    ( out of 37 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.

    December 21, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Kind, knowledgeable, efficient.

    November 20, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 4 out of 5

    Very concerning and interested in your point of view. Thank you, very much for caring.

    October 05, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Doctor Weave was very pleasant and easy to talk to

    September 15, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She listens and understands my problems

    September 04, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Weaver was compassionate, listened to my concerns and explained my ultrasound results in a way that helped me understand everything. Dr. Weaver was upfront about the options I had and what benefits I may receive from each one. My questions & concerns were addressed, and I was included in treatment planning. The treatment process was explained in detail as well.

    August 21, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Explains well in terms understandable to non medically inclined patient.

    August 20, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Excellent! Dr. Weaver took time to answer all my questions and concerns. She was very kind and thorough.

    August 20, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Talks to you so that you understand.

    June 27, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 4 out of 5

    Excellent [TRANSLATED]

  • M. Libby Weaver, MD, is a board-certified vascular surgeon specializing in all aspects of the surgical treatment of arterial, venous, and lymphatic diseases. She has advanced expertise in peripheral artery disease, hemodialysis access, and thoracic outlet syndrome, with a particular focus on limb salvage procedures. Dr. Weaver is committed to delivering exceptional care to patients with complex vascular conditions, tailoring treatment plans to improve outcomes and quality of life.

    Additional Clinical Specialties

    • Open and endovascular treatment of aortic aneurysms and dissections • Mesenteric and renal arterial disease
    • Median arcuate ligament syndrome
    • Hemodialysis access
    • Aortoiliac occlusive disease
    • Cerebrovascular disease
    • Vascular reconstruction for oncologic resections • Vascular trauma

    Patient Care Philosophy

    Dr. Weaver believes that all patients deserve compassionate, high-quality care, regardless of their background. She treats every patient as if they are a member of her family and strives to empower patients through education about their conditions and treatment options, ensuring they are active participants in their healthcare.

    Research Interests

    • Addressing health disparities in vascular disease
    • Innovations in surgical education
    • Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the surgical workforce
    • Exploring the relationship between workforce diversity, quality of care, and patient outcomes
    • Ensuring the delivery of high-value, appropriate care

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Surgery -Assistant Professor (Clinical)
    Academic Divisions Vascular Surgery
    Board Certification
    American Board of Surgery (Sub: General Surgery)
    American Board of Surgery (Sub: Vascular Surgery)

    Education history

    Graduate Training Health Professions Education - University of Illinois Chicago MHPE
    Fellowship Vascular Surgery & Endovascular Therapy - University of Florida College of Medicine Clinical Fellow
    Residency General Surgery - Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Resident
    Internship General Surgery - Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Tennessee Health Science Center M.D.
    Undergraduate General Science - Middle Tennessee State University B.A.
    Undergraduate Major: Economics; Minor: Music - Wittenberg University B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Weaver ML (2024). Lessons Learned from Coronary Revascularization Appropriateness Statements for Application to Peripheral Artery Disease. Ann Vasc Surg. (Read full publication)
    2. Weaver ML, Srinivas T, Bose S, Deery SE, Amendola MF, Black JH 3rd, Hicks CW (2025). Representation of Women and Racially and Ethnically Marginalized Principal Investigators in Vascular Device Trials. JAMA Surg, 159(4), 459-461. (Read full publication)
    3. Norman AV, Smolkin ME, Farivar BS, Tracci MC, Weaver ML, Kern JA, Ratcliffe SJ, Clouse WD (2023). Current Transthoracic Supra-Aortic Trunk Surgical Reconstruction Has Similar 30-Day Cardiovascular Outcomes Compared to Extra-Anatomic Revascularization but With Higher Morbidity Burden. Ann Vasc Surg, 100, 155-164. (Read full publication)
    4. Weaver ML, Drudi LM, Adams AM, Faria I, Feldman HA, Gudmundsdottir H, Marmor H, Miles MVP, Ochoa B, Ruff SM, Sundland R, Tonelli C, Altieri MS, Cannada LK, Dewan K, Etkin Y, Marmor R, Plichta JK, Reyna C, Tatebe LC, Hicks CW, Association of Women Surgeons Publication Committee (2023). Implementation of a novel peer review academy by Surgery and the Association of Women Surgeons. Surgery, 175(2), 323-330. (Read full publication)
    5. Fazzone B, Anderson EM, Krebs J, Ueland W, Viscardi C, Jacobs C, Spratt JR, Scali ST, Jeng E, Upchurch GR Jr, Weaver ML, Cooper MA (2023). Perioperative Cerebrospinal Fluid Drain Placement Does Not Increase Venous Thromboembolism Risk After Thoracic and Fenestrated Endovascular Aortic Repair. Ann Vasc Surg, 99, 58-64. (Read full publication)
    6. Weaver ML, Carter T, Yamazaki K, Hamstra SJ, Holmboe E, Chaer R, Park YS, Smith BK (2023). The Association of ACGME Milestones With Performance on American Board of Surgery Assessments: A National Investigation of Surgical Trainees. Ann Surg, 279(1), 180-186. (Read full publication)
    7. Fazzone B, Anderson EM, Krebs JR, Weaver ML, Pruitt E, Spratt JR, Shah SK, Scali ST, Huber TS, Upchurch GR Jr, Arnaoutakis G, Cooper MA (2023). Self-pay insurance status is associated with failure of medical therapy in patients with acute uncomplicated type B aortic dissection. Surgery, 174(6), 1476-1482. (Read full publication)
    8. Graham A, Weaver ML, Holscher C, Reifsnyder T (2023). Expected Duplex Ultrasound Results in Distal Revascularization and Interval Ligation Conduits. Ann Vasc Surg, 97, 157-162. (Read full publication)
    9. Weaver ML (2023). Is ChatGPT a Threat to Surgical Workforce Diversity? Ann Surg, 278(5), e941-e942. (Read full publication)
    10. Mirzaie AA, Cooper MA, Weaver ML, Jacobs CR, Cox ML, Berceli SA, Scali ST, Back MR, Huber TS, Upchurch GR, Shah SK (2023). National Institutes of Health funding among vascular surgeons is rare. J Vasc Surg, 78(4), 845-851. (Read full publication)
    11. Xun H, Stonko DP, Goldsborough E, Keegan A, Srinivas T, Bose S, McDermott KM, Weaver ML, Hicks CW (2023). A 10-Year Analysis of Representation of Women in Patent Applications and NIH Funding in Vascular Surgery. Ann Vasc Surg, 95, 244-250. (Read full publication)
    12. Weaver ML, Neal D, Columbo JA, Holscher CM, Sorber RA, Hicks CW, Stone DH, Clouse WD, Scali ST (2023). Market competition influences practice patterns in management of patients with intermittent claudication in the vascular quality initiative. J Vasc Surg, 78(3), 727-736.e3. (Read full publication)
    13. Cox ML, Weaver ML, Johnson C, Chen X, Carter T, Yee CC, Coleman DM, Sgroi MD, George BC, Smith BK (2023). Early findings and strategies for successful implementation of SIMPL workplace-based assessments within vascular surgery residency and fellowship programs. J Vasc Surg, 78(3), 806-814.e2. (Read full publication)
    14. Jayroe H, Weaver L, Velazquez G, Nelson P, Jennings W, Henning N, Edmonds J, Nsa W, Zamor K, Kempe K (2023). Vascular Surgery Training Positions and Applicant 10-Year Trends with Consideration for Further Expansion. Ann Vasc Surg, 95, 291-296. (Read full publication)
    15. Filiberto AC, Miao S, Ren Y, Ozrazgat-Baslanti T, Hensley SE, Jacobs CR, Weaver ML, Upchurch GR Jr, Bihorac A, Cooper M (2023). Bilateral renal artery stenosis impacts postoperative complications after major vascular surgery. Surg Open Sci, 14, 17-21. (Read full publication)
    16. Weaver ML, Sorber RA, Holscher CM, Cox ML, Henry BV, Brooke BS, Cooper MA (2022). The measurable impact of a diversity, equity, and inclusion editor on diversifying content, authorship, and peer review participation in the Journal of Vascular Surgery. J Vasc Surg, 77(2), 330-337. (Read full publication)
    17. Weaver ML, Sundland R, Adams AM, Faria I, Feldman HA, Gudmundsdottir H, Marmor H, Miles V, Ochoa B, Ruff SM, Tonelli C, Altieri MS, Cannada L, Dewan K, Etkin Y, Marmor R, Plichta JK, Reyna C, Tatebe L, Drudi LM, Hicks CW (2022). The art of peer review: Guidelines to become a credible and constructive peer reviewer. Semin Vasc Surg, 35(4), 470-478. (Read full publication)
    18. Filiberto AC, Pruitt EY, Hensley SE, Weaver ML, Shah S, Scali ST, Neal D, Huber TS, Upchurch GR Jr, Cooper M (2022). Sex-based differences in patients undergoing thoracic endovascular aortic repair for acute complicated type B dissection. J Vasc Surg, 76(5), 1198-1204.e1. (Read full publication)
    19. Weaver ML, Sorber R, Cooper M (2021). Fifteen-year trends in participation of women in presentation and leadership positions in the Southern Association for Vascular Surgery, 2006 to 2020. J Vasc Surg, 75(3), 774-782. (Read full publication)
    20. Sorber R, Weaver ML, Canner JK, Campbell B, Iii JHB, Hicks CW, Lum YW (2021). Specialty Mediated 30-Day Complications in First Rib Resection for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Journal of Vascular Surgery, 74(6), P2115.
    21. Sorber R, Weaver ML, Canner JK, Campbell B, Iii JHB, Hicks CW, Lum YW (2021). Specialty Mediated 30-Day Complications in First Rib Resection for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. J Surg Res, 268, 214-220. (Read full publication)
    22. Weaver ML, Holscher CM, Sorber RA, Lum YW, Reifsnyder T (2021). Redo Hemodialysis Access in Elderly Patients has Acceptable Outcomes With Similar Patency of Arteriovenous Fistulas as Compared to Grafts. Ann Vasc Surg, 76, 128-133. (Read full publication)
    23. Weaver ML, Holscher CM, Graham A, Reifsnyder T (2020). Distal revascularization and interval ligation for dialysis access-related ischemia is best performed using arm vein conduit. J Vasc Surg, 73(4), 1368-1375.e1. (Read full publication)
    24. Weaver ML (2020). Lessons From the Country Music Industry on Closing the Gender Gap: Conversation Is Not Enough. JAMA Surg, 156(4), 304-306. (Read full publication)
    25. Bornstein Y, Weaver ML, Holscher CM, Reifsnyder T (2021). Development of hyperacute high-output heart failure at access creation. J Vasc Surg Cases Innov Tech, 7(3), 529-531. (Read full publication)
    26. Nejim B, Weaver ML, Locham S, Al-Nouri O, Naazie IN, Malas MB (2020). Intravenous ketorolac is associated with reduced mortality and morbidity after open abdominal aortic aneurysm repair. Vascular, 29(1), 15-26. (Read full publication)
    27. Holscher CM, Weaver ML, Black JH 3rd, Abularrage CJ, Lum YW, Reifsnyder T, Zarkowsky DS, Hicks CW (2020). Regional Market Competition is Associated with Aneurysm Diameter at the Time of EVAR. Ann Vasc Surg, 70, 190-196. (Read full publication)
    28. Nejim B, Mathlouthi A, Weaver L, Faateh M, Arhuidese I, Malas MB (2020). Safety of carotid artery revascularization procedures in patients with atrial fibrillation. J Vasc Surg, 72(6), 2069-2078.e4. (Read full publication)
    29. Holscher CM, Stonko DP, Weaver ML, Reifsnyder T (2020). Successful bilateral popliteal-plantar bypasses for polyarteritis nodosa induced ischemia. J Vasc Surg Cases Innov Tech, 7(1), 152-156. (Read full publication)
    30. Sorber R, Weaver ML, Tsai LL (2020). Training of Male and Female Surgical Residents. JAMA Surg, 155(10), 998. (Read full publication)
    31. Weaver ML, Goerlich CE, Meyer A, Epstein JI, Haut ER (2020). "Ligament of squeeze": A challenging and rare case of metastatic lung adenocarcinoma to ligament of Treves causing small bowel obstruction. J Trauma Acute Care Surg, 88(2), e98-e100. (Read full publication)
    32. Weaver ML, Holscher CM, Sorber R, Arnold MW, Lum YW, Reifsnyder T (2019). Comparison of forearm versus upper arm basilic transposition arteriovenous fistulas demonstrates equivalent satisfactory patency. J Vasc Surg, 70(4), 1247-1252. (Read full publication)
    33. Weaver ML, Hicks CW, Fritz J, Black JH 3rd, Lum YW (2019). Local Anesthetic Block of the Anterior Scalene Muscle Increases Muscle Height in Patients With Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Ann Vasc Surg, 59, 28-35. (Read full publication)
    34. Weaver ML, Hicks CW, Canner JK, Sherman RL, Hines KF, Mathioudakis N, Abularrage CJ (2018). The Society for Vascular Surgery Wound, Ischemia, and foot Infection (WIfI) classification system predicts wound healing better than direct angiosome perfusion in diabetic foot wounds. J Vasc Surg, 68(5), 1473-1481. (Read full publication)
    35. Weaver ML, Black JH 3rd (2017). Aortobronchial and aortoenteric fistula. Semin Vasc Surg, 30(2-3), 85-90. (Read full publication)
    36. Weaver ML, Lum YW (2017). New Diagnostic and Treatment Modalities for Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Diagnostics (Basel), 7(2). (Read full publication)
    37. Hicks CW, DiBrito SR, Magruder JT, Weaver ML, Barenski C, Heller JA (2016). Radiofrequency ablation with concomitant stab phlebectomy increases risk of endovenous heat-induced thrombosis. J Vasc Surg Venous Lymphat Disord, 5(2), 200-209. (Read full publication)

    Review

    1. Weaver ML, Boitano LT, Fazzone BJ, Krebs JR, Denton AH, Kapoor P, Kalbaugh CA, Simons JP (2023). Sex differences in outcomes of exercise therapy for patients with intermittent claudication: A scoping review. [Review]. Semin Vasc Surg, 36(4), 531-540. (Read full publication)

    Commentary

    1. Sorber R, Weaver ML (2024). Who Looks Like a Surgeon?-Evaluating Reflections From a Digital Mirror. JAMA Surg, 159(1), 95. (Read full publication)
    2. Weaver ML, Kibbe MR (2023). Intentionality Is Needed to Diversify Surgical Leadership. JAMA Surg, 158(12), 1335. (Read full publication)
    3. Cavanagh SL, Weaver ML (2023). Palliative care or punting communication? J Vasc Surg, 78(2), 473-474. (Read full publication)
    4. Adams AM, Weaver ML (2022). The opportunity cost of operating: Infertility increases among female plastic surgeons. Am J Surg, 225(1), 11-12. (Read full publication)
    5. Weaver ML, Cooper M (2022). A Diverse Patient Population Requires a More Diverse Surgical Workforce. J Am Coll Surg, 234(1), 73-74. (Read full publication)

    Editorial

    1. Weaver ML, Hicks CW (2023). Introducing the SURGERY Peer Review Academies. Surgery, 173(5), 1111-1112. (Read full publication)