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General Surgery

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(801) 408-7660

This department offers

  • Bariatric surgery
  • Breast surgery
  • Cancer-related surgical care
  • Colorectal surgery
  • Gallbladder treatment and cholecystectomy
  • General surgery
  • Hernia repair surgery (simple & complex)
Pre surgery consultation

Trusted general surgery care in Salt Lake City

At Intermountain Avenues Specialty Clinic, our board-certified surgeons provide advanced surgical care with a patient-first approach. From routine procedures to complex surgeries, we’re here to help you heal faster and feel better.
(801) 408-7660

Trusted care close to home

Our general surgery team combines advanced technology, compassionate care, and seamless coordination to deliver exceptional outcomes for patients in Salt Lake City.

Comprehensive expertise

Skilled surgeons for routine and complex procedures.

Collaborative care

We coordinate with your providers for smooth care.

Advanced technology

Minimally invasive techniques for quicker recovery.

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Meet our doctors

Kelsey M. Dietrich
5

Kelsey M. Dietrich, NP

General Surgery
Avenues Specialty Clinic - General Surgery
801-408-7500
Jennwood Chen
4.7

Jennwood Chen, MD

Bariatric Surgery
Avenues Specialty Clinic Surgical Weight Loss
Danielle M Christensen
4.8

Danielle M Christensen, PA

General Surgery
Avenues Specialty Clinic - General Surgery
Brenda Crapo
4.9

Brenda Crapo, PA

General Surgery
Avenues Specialty Clinic - General Surgery
Elizabeth M. Chabot
4.9

Elizabeth M. Chabot, MD

Hernia and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Avenues Specialty Clinic - General Surgery
Teresa Reading
5

Teresa Reading, MD

Breast Surgery
Avenues Specialty Clinic - General Surgery
Ute Gawlick
4.9

Ute Gawlick, MD

Colon and Rectal Surgery
Intermountain Medical Center General Surgery Clinic
Brooke Walters

Brooke Walters, RD

Avenues Specialty Clinic - General Surgery
Timothy L. Pefaur

Timothy L. Pefaur, PA

General Surgery
Avenues Specialty Clinic - General Surgery
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Advanced procedures for better outcomes

We offer minimally invasive options for faster recovery, collaborate with your care team for seamless treatment, and provide personalized support every step of the way. Our team treats a wide range of conditions and performs procedures such as:

  • Gallbladder disease & cholecystectomy
  • Hernia repair (simple & complex)
  • Breast surgery
  • Colorectal surgery
  • Thyroid & endocrine procedures
  • Bariatric surgery
  • Cancer-related surgical care

Common procedures include:

  • Appendectomy
  • Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder removal)
  • Hernia repair
  • Mastectomy
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Colonoscopy & Endoscopy
  • Biopsy

Frequently asked questions

Answers to common questions about general surgery care in Salt Lake City.

We offer a full range of general surgeries, including hernia repair, gallbladder removal, breast surgery, and more.
Yes! Whenever possible, we use laparoscopic and robotic-assisted techniques for quicker recovery.
Call us today at 801-408-7660 to schedule your surgery consultation.
Some procedures require a referral. Contact us or your primary care provider for details.

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