Rodrick D McKinlay Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS, FASMBS

Dr. Rodrick McKinlay, Bariatric Surgeon Rodrick D. McKinlay, MD, FACS, FASMBS is a board-certified general surgeon with specialized expertise in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries at Rocky Mountain Associated Physicians in Salt Lake City, Utah. He completed his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University graduated, where he graduated summa cum laude. He then went on to the University of Utah to earn his medical degree, graduating with honors in medicine and surgery. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Arizona. Dr. McKinlay then focused on research through a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery (MIS) at the University of Kentucky, concluding the clinical element of his studies at the University of Maryland. Dr. McKinlay is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and a fellow of the American Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery (FASMBS). He is a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), the American Medical Association (AMA), and the Salt Lake Surgical Society. Bariatric Surgery in Salt Lake City, Utah with Dr. McKinlay It’s not always easy to change your life in such a major way. In terms of eating, people rely on eating for various things, to comfort them or if they’re anxious. In addition to having a smaller stomach and changing your eating habits, we also talk about strategies to overcome that sort of dependence on eating. It’s important to attend support groups, never give up, and understand that this is a lifestyle change for good. - Dr. McKinlay As an expert in minimally invasive surgery, Dr. McKinlay performs the Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass, Duodenal Switch, Adjustable Gastric Banding, and bariatric surgery revisions. In addition to bariatric surgery, he routinely performs gallbladder removal, hernia repairs, anti-reflux procedures, and surgeries for adrenal and spleen disorders. Dr. McKinlay is dedicated to patient safety, excellent surgical care, and long-term support and follow-up care. One of his favorite things about being a bariatric surgeon is witnessing the amazing transformations in his patients’ lives. His patients appreciate his attentive and warm manner, and that he believes in treating the whole patient, not just the disease. Weight Loss Surgery in Utah with Dr. Rodrick McKinlay If you are considering weight loss surgery in Utah with Dr. Rodrick McKinlay and the Rocky Mountain Associated Physicians team, we invite you to attend a free educational weight loss surgery seminar. At the seminar, you will learn about the different weight loss surgery types, as well as the benefits and risks, insurance coverage, surgery qualifications, and expected outcomes. There will also be a bariatric surgeon available to answer your questions. If you have any questions or need help signing up for an educational seminar, please call us. We look forward to meeting you!