Scott S. Short, MD, FACS, FAAP is an attending surgeon in the Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic, and Neonatal Surgery at Primary Children’s Hospital. He has a particular interest in minimal access surgery, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), anorectal malformations, and Hirschsprung disease. In addition, his daily clinical practice includes all common pediatric surgical problems including: Ulcerative Colitis Crohn’s disease anorectal malformations Hirschsprung Disease inguinal hernias umbilical hernias undescended testicles hydroceles feeding access (gastrostomy tube placement). cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder) gastroesophageal reflux disease appendectomy (removal of the appendix) chest wall deformities (pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum) vascular access (ports and central lines) Pediatric Oncologic surgery (Wilm’s, Neuroblastoma, and adrenal tumors/pancreas surgery). Dr. Short is a member of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation and the PCPLC (Pediatric Colorectal and Pelvic Learning Consortium). Treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in children with emphasis on enhanced recovery is also an area of special interest in Dr. Short’s practice and academic work. Dr. Short sees patient’s at Primary Children’s Hospital - Salt Lake City , Eccles Outpatient clinic and at Primary Children’s Hospital - Lehi. One of his goals is to work with parents to optimize the surgical experience and shorten hospital stays for children.
ServicesScott S. Short provides pediatric care at 2250 N Miller Campus Dr Level 2, Lehi, UT 84043 in Lehi, UT.
Pediatricians provide comprehensive care for infants, children and adolescents. They are able to diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, conditions and developmental issues.
To learn more, or to make an appointment with Scott S. Short in Lehi, UT, please call (801) 662-2950.