Makaela Adamson
Rating: 5.0 of 5
( out of 34 reviews )

Makaela Adamson, PA-C

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

University of Utah Hospital

General Surgery, Area E
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84132
801-585-1618
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Sugar House Health Center

1280 E. Stringham Avenue
Salt Lake City , UT 84106
801-581-2000
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  • Makaela is a certified Physician Assistant who completed her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at Southern Virginia University before earning her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from Point Loma Nazarene University. With a strong focus on preventive and obesity medicine, she specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgery. As an integral member of the surgical team, Makaela assists in the operating room, manages inpatient care, and provides follow-up care for patients in the outpatient setting.

    She enjoys her responsibilities, which include ordering and evaluating labs, monitoring weight loss, and identifying nutritional needs to optimize patient outcomes. Makaela approaches patient care with compassion and dedication, ensuring that each patient receives personalized attention.

    Outside of her professional life, she cherishes time spent with her family and enjoys camping. With a deep passion for exploration, Makaela dreams of traveling the world to experience diverse cultures and adventures.

    Specialties

    Patient Rating

    Rating: 5.0 out of 5
    5.0 /5
    ( out of 34 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.

    October 23, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She was wonderful through out my post op visit with her. Very knowledgable and caring.

    October 16, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She was great. Listened, explained, and understanding

    October 13, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Makaela Adamson & staff are the best. They made sure that I understood everything that was to come for post op.Very patient & kind.

    September 29, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She is awesome!

    September 08, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Makaela Adamson is GREAT to work with. She is always thoughtful and thorough and works at getting to the bottom of any problems.

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

    Very attentive to my needs.

    June 11, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She is a very kind and knowledgeable professional. She treat me with concern and respect! She is great at her job!

    May 26, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She is really good. She listens and cares about you.

    May 05, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Makaela Adamson is very thorough and kind. She takes the time to listen to my concerns and provides high quality care.

  • Makaela is a certified Physician Assistant who completed her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at Southern Virginia University before earning her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from Point Loma Nazarene University. With a strong focus on preventive and obesity medicine, she specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgery. As an integral member of the surgical team, Makaela assists in the operating room, manages inpatient care, and provides follow-up care for patients in the outpatient setting.

    She enjoys her responsibilities, which include ordering and evaluating labs, monitoring weight loss, and identifying nutritional needs to optimize patient outcomes. Makaela approaches patient care with compassion and dedication, ensuring that each patient receives personalized attention.

    Outside of her professional life, she cherishes time spent with her family and enjoys camping. With a deep passion for exploration, Makaela dreams of traveling the world to experience diverse cultures and adventures.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Surgery -Advanced Practice Clinician
    Academic Divisions General Surgery