Dr. Jennwood Chen, MD, Salt Lake City, UT

About Dr. Jennwood Chen

Dr. Jennwood Chen is a general surgeon at Intermountain Health's Avenues Surgical Services and supports patients and their families in Salt Lake City, North Salt Lake, Bountiful, and surrounding communities. He focuses on metabolic health, functional fitness, and emotional well-being, knowing that each plays a vital role in achieving true wellness. He views pharmaceuticals and surgery not as first-line solutions but as supportive tools for sustainable lifestyle changes that lead to better health. Dr. Chen has always been passionate about helping patients improve their quality of life. He believes in a holistic approach to health: "Health and wellness is the integration of body, mind, and spirit." The foundation of a healthy mind, body, and spirit is developing healthy lifestyle habits—there's no shortcut. Living a healthy life requires effort, and Dr. Chen emphasizes the importance of sustainable changes. Outside the clinic, the Charlotte, North Carolina native enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, playing tennis, staying active, learning Spanish, and snowboarding. Conditions Treated: Obesity Insulin resistance Diabetes Fatty liver disease PCOS Fitness Heartburn Procedures Performed (all offered robotically): Gastric bypass Sleeve gastrectomy Anti-reflux surgery Hiatal hernia repair Surgery for Achalasia Gallbladder removal Inguinal hernia repair Umbilical hernia repair Ventral hernia repair Lipoma removal

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Surgery on the esophagus, stomach, or upper small intestine

Upper GI endoscopy

Surgery on the esophagus, stomach, or upper small intestine

Upper GI endoscopy

Office location

Intermountain Health UT - Central Bariatrics

324 E 10th Ave, Ste 200, Salt Lake City, UT 84103

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Education and background

Practice names

Intermountain Health UT - Central Bariatrics

Hospital affiliations

Intermountain Medical Center
LDS Hospital

Board certifications

American Board of Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Oregon Health & Science University, Doctor of Medicine
University of Utah Hospital, Internship in General Surgery
University of Utah Hospital, Residency in General Surgery
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Fellowship in Bariatric Surgery

Languages spoken

English

NPI number

1649615980

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Frequently asked questions

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Is Dr. Jennwood Chen accepting new patients?

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Which hospital is Dr. Jennwood Chen affiliated with?

Dr. Jennwood Chen is affiliated with Intermountain Medical Center and LDS Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Jennwood Chen work with?

Dr. Jennwood Chen works with Intermountain Health UT - Central Bariatrics.

Where is Dr. Jennwood Chen's office located?

Dr. Jennwood Chen's office is located at 324 E 10th Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84103.

Which board certifications does Dr. Jennwood Chen have?

Dr. Jennwood Chen is certified by American Board of Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jennwood Chen?

Dr. Jennwood Chen frequently sees patients for Gallbladder Removal / Cholecystectomy , Hernia, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Surgery Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jennwood Chen on their profile.