Dr. Scott Short is an attending surgeon in the Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic, and Neonatal Surgery at Primary Children's Hospital. He has a particular interest in minimal access surgery, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), and pediatric surgical oncology. In addition, his daily clinical practice includes all common pediatric surgical problems including inguinal hernias, undescended testicles, hydroceles and feeding access (gastrostomy tube placement). He is a member of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation and the Children's Oncology Group. Treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in children with emphasis on enhanced recovery is also an area of special interest in Dr. Short's practice and academic work.Dr. Short sees patient's at Primary Children's Hospital and at Primary Children's-Riverton. One of his goals is to work with parents to optimize the surgical experience and shorten hospital stays for children.Dr. Short's clinical interests also include the following conditions: Inguinal hernia, Umbilical hernia, Undescended testicle, Hydrocele, Cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder), Gastrostomy (placement of a stomach tube), Appendectomy (removal of the appendix), Vascular access (ports and central lines), Ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Chest wall deformities (pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum), and Pediatric Oncologic surgery (Wilm's, Neuroblastoma, and adrenal tumors/pancreas surgery). Dr. Short is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hirschsprung Disease, Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

Liese Pruitt is a General Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Pruitt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Hirschsprung Disease, Infantile Pneumothorax, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Septoplasty, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Bucher specializes in the following conditions:inguinal herniaumbilical herniaundescended testiclehydrocelecholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder)gastrostomy (placement of a stomach tube)appendectomy (removal of the appendix)vascular access (ports and central lines)ulcerative colitisCrohn�s diseasegastroesophageal reflux diseasechest wall deformities (pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum)pediatric endocrine surgery (thyroid and adrenal tumors/pancreas surgery)Dr. Brian T. Bucher is a board certified Pediatric Surgeon in the Division of Pediatric General Surgery with specialized training for surgical treatment for infants, children, and teenagers. He is also an Associate Professor of Surgery at the University Of Utah School Of Medicine. He sees patients at Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT and Riverton, UT as well as Utah Valley Regional Medical Center.He specializes in the following conditions: inguinal hernia, umbilical hernia, undescended testicle, hydrocele, cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder), gastrostomy (placement of a stomach tube), appendectomy (removal of the appendix), vascular access (ports and central lines), ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease, chest wall deformities (pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum), pediatric endocrine surgery (thyroid and adrenal tumors/pancreas surgery).He will be happy to speak with you and/or your child's physician for any questions or concerns. Dr. Bucher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Hirschsprung Disease, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

*inguinal hernias*umbilical hernias*undescended testicles*Cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder)*hydroceles and feeding access (gastrostomy tube placement). He has a particular interest in minimal access surgery including the treatment of :*congenital lung lesions*inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn�s disease and ulcerative colitis)*Appendectomy (removal of the appendix)*Vascular access (ports and central lines)*Ulcerative colitis*Crohn�s disease*Gastroesophageal reflux disease*Chest wall deformities (pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum)*Pediatric endocrine surgery (thyroid and adrenal tumors/pancreas surgery)Dr. Douglas Barnhart's daily clinical practice includes all common pediatric surgical problems including inguinal hernias, undescended testicles, hydroceles and feeding access (gastrostomy tube placement). He has a particular interest in minimal access surgery including the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux, congenital lung lesions, and inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis). In addition to treating common problems, he has several areas of focus. He is a member of the Children's Oncology Group with a particular interest in renal tumors (Wilms tumor) and neuroblastoma. Feeding access and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux in children with neurologic problems is also an area of special interest in Dr. Barnhart's practice and academic work.Dr. Barnhart sees patient's at Primary Children's Hospital, Primary Children's-Riverton and Utah Valley in Provo, UT. One of his goals is to work with parents to shorten hospital stays for children.Dr. Barnhart's clinical interests also include the following conditions: Inguinal hernia, Umbilical hernia, Undescended testicle, Hydrocele, Cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder), Gastrostomy (placement of a stomach tube), Appendectomy (removal of the appendix), Vascular access (ports and central lines), Ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Chest wall deformities (pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum), Pediatric endocrine surgery (thyroid and adrenal tumors/pancreas surgery). Dr. Barnhart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants, Appendicitis, Hirschsprung Disease, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Abigail Alexander is a General Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Hirschsprung Disease, Obesity, Bowel Incontinence, Gastrointestinal Fistula, and Colostomy.

Dr. David E. Skarda, M.D., M.B.A., is a leader in pediatric surgical care, dedicated to ensuring the best possible outcomes for your child (baby, toddler, school-age, or teen). His unique qualifications include specialized training in minimally invasive surgical techniques and being the sole DaVinci robot-certified and credentialed pediatric surgeon in the Intermountain West.As a board-certified pediatric surgeon in the Division of Pediatric Surgery at Primary Children�s Hospitals, Dr. Skarda is committed to providing leading-edge compassionate surgical care promptly. He places a strong emphasis on patient education, ensuring that you fully understand the procedures, options, risks, and benefits. He is available for new patient consultations at his clinics at Primary Children�s Hospitals (Salt Lake City and Lehi, Utah) and St. Vincent Hospital in Billings, Montana.Dr. Skarda has specific clinical experience and expertise in surgically managing chronic nausea and abdominal pain syndromes in children and teenagers, including median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS), superior mesenteric artery syndrome (SMA), gastroparesis, biliary dyskinesia (pain from a gallbladder that does not work well), and symptomatic cholelithiasis (pain from gallstones). Notably, Dr. Skarda works as part of an organized multidisciplinary team to correctly diagnose and treat these conditions.He is happy to see patients via telemedicine technology (such as Zoom) for most conditions.An in-person visit may be necessary for some conditions where direct examination is critical. Our clinic nurses can help you know if a face-to-face visit is needed or helpful.He speaks Spanish.He will talk to you and/or your child�s doctor.Dr. Skarda specializes in the following elective conditions through the clinic: Inguinal hernia Umbilical hernia Cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder) G Tube (both placement and removal of a stomach tube) Reflux (Nissan fundoplication and redo fundoplications for recurrent reflux, robotic) Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS, robotic) Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMA, robotic) Gastroparesis Paraesophageal hernia (robotic) Hiatal Hernia (robotic) Vascular access Chest wall deformities (pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum) Pneumothorax Urachal and omphalomesenteric remnantsHe specializes in the following emergent and urgent Appendectomy (removal of the appendix) Intestinal obstructions Intestinal atresias Esophageal atresia Congenital diaphragmatic hernia Volvulus MalrotationIn his free time, Dr. Skarda likes spending time with his wife Paula, their adult children, and their grandchild at home, traveling and outdoors. Additionally, Dr. Skarda is a pilot and enjoys learning new skills. Dr. Skarda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Hirschsprung Disease, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Septoplasty.

Nicole Flores-Fenlon is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Flores-Fenlon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Colonic Atresia, Atresia of Small Intestine, Omphalocele, and Cerebral Hypoxia. Dr. Flores-Fenlon is currently accepting new patients.

Stephanie Iantorno is a General Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Iantorno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Gastrostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

Justin Wheeler is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Pediatrics provider in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Wheeler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Hirschsprung Disease, and Bowel Incontinence. Dr. Wheeler is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Rollins is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Rollins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. His top areas of expertise are Imperforate Anus, Hirschsprung Disease, and Total Intestinal Aganglionosis. Dr. Rollins is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Katz is a Pediatric Radiologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Katz has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hirschsprung Disease. His top areas of expertise are Absence of Tibia, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS). Dr. Katz is currently accepting new patients.