Tara L. Huntsman
( out of 116 reviews )

Tara L. Huntsman, APRN

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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Tara Huntsman, APRN, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and a valued member of the bariatric and foregut surgical team. She provides comprehensive care to patients before and after surgery, focusing on evaluating labs and tests, monitoring weight loss, and identifying nutritional needs to support optimal health. Tara collaborates closely with the surgical team both in and out of the operating room to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Utah and a Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Chamberlain University.

Outside of work, Tara enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors with friends and family, embracing a holistic approach to health and life.

Specialties

Patient Rating

Patients consistently describe Dr. Huntsman as attentive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental, noting that she listens carefully and explains treatment options clearly. Many praise her knowledge and thoroughness, and say her practical, respectful guidance helps them feel more informed and confident about their care. Reviews also highlight punctual telehealth visits, reliable follow-up, and responsiveness to urgent needs.

Generated via Patient Reviews

4.8 /5
( out of 116 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.

Tara Huntsman, APRN, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and a valued member of the bariatric and foregut surgical team. She provides comprehensive care to patients before and after surgery, focusing on evaluating labs and tests, monitoring weight loss, and identifying nutritional needs to support optimal health. Tara collaborates closely with the surgical team both in and out of the operating room to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Utah and a Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Chamberlain University.

Outside of work, Tara enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors with friends and family, embracing a holistic approach to health and life.

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Surgery -Advanced Practice Clinician
Academic Divisions General Surgery