Overview
Dr. Michael Ellis was born and raised in West Jordan, Utah. He earned his medical degree at the University of Arizona in Tucson before returning to Utah to complete his residency at Primary Children’s Hospital. During his training, Dr. Ellis completed his community pediatrics experience at the Southpoint office alongside Dr. Bosworth. He later joined the Southpoint team himself in 2020.
As a pediatrician, Dr. Ellis draws great satisfaction in caring for and getting to know entire families and watching them grow up together. As a father of three, Dr. Ellis strives to be the type of pediatrician he expects for his own children. He believes patience, proficiency, and integrity are essential. He also relates to the ups and downs of being a parent and enjoys taking time to answer all the little questions.
When outside the clinic, Dr. Ellis can be found spending time with his family. He speaks Portuguese and enjoys reading Wikipedia pages, woodworking, racquetball, and the occasional video game to stay current with pediatric pop-culture.
Dr. Ellis is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Croup, Asthma in Children, and Diarrhea.
Dr. Ellis is board certified in Pediatrics-American Board Of Pediatrics (ABP). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ellis is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
West Jordan, UT 84088
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. Michael S. Ellis
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael S. Ellis?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael S. Ellis by calling their office at 801-565-1162. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael S. Ellis a top-rated expert for Obesity in Children?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael S. Ellis is classified as an Advanced expert for Obesity in Children, 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. Michael S. Ellis specialize in?
While Dr. Michael S. Ellis is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Obesity in Children, Croup, and Asthma in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Michael S. Ellis participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael S. Ellis has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity in Children. You can view a list of Dr. Michael S. Ellis's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael S. Ellis accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael S. Ellis accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 801-565-1162 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- CroupDr. Ellis isAdvanced. Learn about Croup.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Ellis isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
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- AnemiaDr. Ellis isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Asthma in ChildrenDr. Ellis isExperienced. Learn about Asthma in Children.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Ellis isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Congenital AthymiaDr. Ellis isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Athymia.
- Delayed GrowthDr. Ellis isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.