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 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Hirschsprung Disease, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Appendectomy.

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 herniaUmbilical herniaCholecystectomy (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)GastroparesisParaesophageal hernia (robotic)Hiatal Hernia (robotic)Vascular accessChest wall deformities (pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum)PneumothoraxUrachal and omphalomesenteric remnantsHe specializes in the following emergent and urgentAppendectomy (removal of the appendix)Intestinal obstructionsIntestinal atresiasEsophageal atresiaCongenital diaphragmatic herniaVolvulusMalrotationIn 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 highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Hirschsprung Disease, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Septoplasty.

Jay Riva is a Pediatric Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Riva is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Epidural Hematoma, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

Rebecka Meyers is a Pediatric Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Meyers is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatoblastoma, Appendicitis, Lung Nodules, Liver Transplant, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

*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 highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants, Appendicitis, Hirschsprung Disease, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Dana Johns is a Pediatric Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Johns has been practicing medicine for over 16 years is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Amniotic Band Syndrome, Breast Enlargement In Males, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Abdominal Wall Surgery. Dr. Johns is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Traynor is a Pediatric Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Traynor is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sternal Cleft, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Tenesmus, Ileostomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Traynor is currently accepting new patients.

Stephen Fenton is a Pediatric Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Fenton is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Infantile Pneumothorax, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Fenton is currently accepting new patients.

Anastasia Kahan is a Pediatric Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Kahan is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Infantile Pneumothorax, Appendicitis, and Diaphragmatic Hernia.

Sarah Ogle is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Orem, Utah. Dr. Ogle is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Ogle is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Swendiman is a Pediatric Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Swendiman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Bladder Reconstruction, and Splenectomy. Dr. Swendiman is currently accepting new patients.

Eric Scaife is a Pediatric Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Scaife is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sternal Cleft, Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Imperforate Anus, and Appendectomy. Dr. Scaife is currently accepting new patients.

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