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Susan D. Pohl
( out of 262 reviews )

Susan D. Pohl, MD, FAAFP

Languages spoken: English

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  • Susan Pohl, M.D., is a board-certified family medicine physician and board-certified obesity medicine physician who welcomes pediatric and adult patients to her practice. She completed her medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, and her residency at Banner Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. She currently directs resident education in practice-based learning and quality improvement. Her professional interests include caring for individuals with medical conditions related to excess weight. In her leisure time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, running, and spending time outdoors.

    ​Very limited availability for new patients.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Family Medicine
    American Board of Obesity Medicine

    Patient Rating

    4.8 /5
    ( out of 262 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

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    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    September 25, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    This is the first time getting to meet Dr. Pohl, and I have no problems with working with her in the future in regards to my health. She seems to be very knowledgeable and we discussed possibilities for treatments in the future as we move forward.

    September 15, 2023
    CENTERVILLE HEALTH CENTER

    Susan is a highly informed, compassionate, thoughtful and caring PCP: The best!

    September 14, 2023
    CENTERVILLE HEALTH CENTER

    She is simply the best doctor! She is in her own league of excellence!

    August 31, 2023
    CENTERVILLE HEALTH CENTER

    She is a very caring doctor and very respectful

    August 13, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Pohl is knowledgeable in her field. She takes time to talk with me about my progress. She has good suggestions for further improvement, but doesn't try to guilt me if I haven't done what she recommended.

    August 06, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    She took her time and listened to me. Explained everything well. Met all of my needs. Answered all my questions and concerns. I'm confident we have a good care plan, with options if they don't work.

    August 04, 2023
    CENTERVILLE HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Pohl is very knowledgeable about a wide range of problems. She is deeply committed to shared decision making.

    August 04, 2023
    CENTERVILLE HEALTH CENTER

    She listens very well and I would have her for a Doctor.

    August 03, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    I like Dr. Pohl's manner. She listens. She comments. She responds to concerns. She takes the time to listen and be involved. She is an outstanding doctor.

  • Susan Pohl, M.D., is a board-certified family medicine physician and board-certified obesity medicine physician who welcomes pediatric and adult patients to her practice. She completed her medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, and her residency at Banner Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. She currently directs resident education in practice-based learning and quality improvement. Her professional interests include caring for individuals with medical conditions related to excess weight. In her leisure time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, running, and spending time outdoors.

    ​Very limited availability for new patients.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Family & Preventive Medicine -Primary
    Academic Divisions Family Medicine
    Board Certification
    American Board of Family Medicine
    American Board of Obesity Medicine

    Education history

    Residency Family Medicine - Good Samaritan Resident
    University of Texas Medical Branch M.D.
    Undergraduate Biology - Texas A&M University B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Ose D, Adediran E, Owens R, Gardner E, Mervis M, Turner C, Carlson E, Forbes D, Jasumback CL, Stuligross J, Pohl S, Kiraly B (2023). Electronic Health Record-Driven Approaches in Primary Care to Strengthen Hypertension Management Among Racial and Ethnic Minoritized Groups in the United States: Systematic Review. J Med Internet Res, 25, e42409.
    2. Pohl SD, Van Hala S, Ose D, Tingey B, Leiser JP (2020). A Longitudinal Curriculum for Quality Improvement, Leadership Experience, and Scholarship in a Family Medicine Residency Program. Fam Med, 52(8), 570-575.
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