Overview
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 highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Hirschsprung Disease, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Bucher is board certified in American Board Of Surgery , American Board Of Preventive Medicine , American Board Of Surgery, and American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 59 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Bucher is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
100 N Mario Capecchi Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84113
50 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84132
81 North Mario Capecchi Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84113
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Brian T. Bucher
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Brian T. Bucher?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Brian T. Bucher by calling their office at 801-662-4980. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Brian T. Bucher a top-rated expert for Appendicitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brian T. Bucher is classified as an Distinguished expert for Appendicitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Brian T. Bucher specialize in?
While Dr. Brian T. Bucher is a Pediatric Surgery, they have specific expertise in Appendicitis, Gastrostomy, and Hirschsprung Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Surgery.
Does Dr. Brian T. Bucher participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Brian T. Bucher has published 59 articles and abstracts on conditions like Appendicitis. You can view a list of Dr. Brian T. Bucher's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Brian T. Bucher accept my insurance?
Dr. Brian T. Bucher accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 801-662-4980 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- AppendicitisDr. Bucher isDistinguished. Learn about Appendicitis.
- Advanced
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Bucher isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Bucher isAdvanced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- GastrostomyDr. Bucher isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hirschsprung DiseaseDr. Bucher isAdvanced. Learn about Hirschsprung Disease.
- Experienced
- Esophageal AtresiaDr. Bucher isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Atresia.
- Imperforate AnusDr. Bucher isExperienced. Learn about Imperforate Anus.
- Total Intestinal AganglionosisDr. Bucher isExperienced. Learn about Total Intestinal Aganglionosis.
- Tracheoesophageal FistulaDr. Bucher isExperienced. Learn about Tracheoesophageal Fistula.