Robert H. Yenchek
( out of 97 reviews )

Robert H. Yenchek, MD, MSc

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Wasatch Kidney Specialists

Wasatch Kidney Specialists
Salt Lake City
801-281-5996

  • Robert Yenchek, MD, MSc, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine. Dr. Yenchek received his Bachelor of Science from Northwestern University in 2001. He went on to receive his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 2005. He then completed his Internal Medicine training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL in 2008. He studied at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for his Nephrology subspecialty training, which he finished in 2011. While at the University of Pittsburgh, he completed a Master’s Degree in Clinical Research in 2012. Dr. Yenchek joined the University of Utah Wasatch Kidney Specialists in 2012, where he serves as the medical director of the Lakeside Dialysis Unit and the DaVita West Bountiful. Dr. Yenchek practices clinical nephrology at the University of Utah Wasatch Kidney Specialists with his main office at St. Mark’s Hospital. His practice locations also include the Farmington Health Center as well as the Comprehensive Kidney Stone Center at the main University Hospital. He provides inpatient coverage at St. Mark’s Hospital, Intermountain Medical Center, LDS hospital, Promise Hospital, and Landmark Hospital. His clinical interests include acute and chronic kidney disease, kidney stone care, electrolyte disorders, hypertension, polycystic kidney disease, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and kidney transplant care.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Nephrology)

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 97 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    November 24, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Yencheck is well-groomed and forthcoming with healthcare discussions. He is the person to go to. I have always appreciated him for years.

    November 22, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Great practitioner, knowledgeable, careful, considerate.

    November 15, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Extremely knowledgeable & respectful. Takes the time to answer all of my questions. Clearly has a good understanding of my situation .

    November 07, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    He is a rare find, truly cares about his patients

    November 07, 2024
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Yenchek was very thorough in discussing my case, and took time to answer my questions and review treatment options.

    November 05, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Great job and information as to what to expect

    November 04, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr. Yenchek is very professional, courteous and kind

    October 30, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    He is kind and very understanding. He listens and explains about every question

    October 29, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Excellent advice from a very bright and thorough Doctor.

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  • Robert Yenchek, MD, MSc, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine. Dr. Yenchek received his Bachelor of Science from Northwestern University in 2001. He went on to receive his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 2005. He then completed his Internal Medicine training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL in 2008. He studied at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for his Nephrology subspecialty training, which he finished in 2011. While at the University of Pittsburgh, he completed a Master’s Degree in Clinical Research in 2012. Dr. Yenchek joined the University of Utah Wasatch Kidney Specialists in 2012, where he serves as the medical director of the Lakeside Dialysis Unit and the DaVita West Bountiful. Dr. Yenchek practices clinical nephrology at the University of Utah Wasatch Kidney Specialists with his main office at St. Mark’s Hospital. His practice locations also include the Farmington Health Center as well as the Comprehensive Kidney Stone Center at the main University Hospital. He provides inpatient coverage at St. Mark’s Hospital, Intermountain Medical Center, LDS hospital, Promise Hospital, and Landmark Hospital. His clinical interests include acute and chronic kidney disease, kidney stone care, electrolyte disorders, hypertension, polycystic kidney disease, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and kidney transplant care.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Internal Medicine -Primary
    Academic Divisions Nephrology & Hypertension
    Board Certification
    American Board of Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Nephrology)

    Education history

    Fellowship University of Pittsburgh Chief Fellow
    Graduate Training Clinical Research - University of Pittsburgh M.Sc.
    Fellowship Nephrology - University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Hospital & Pittsburgh Veteran’s Affairs Hospital Fellow
    Residency Internal Medicine - McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine - Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine M.D.
    Undergraduate Biochemistry, Honors Program in Medical Education - Northwestern University B.S.

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