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Dr. Robert Patterson, MD

Dr. Robert Patterson, MD

General Surgery*

Dr. Robert Patterson, MD is a general surgeon in American Fork, UT. He is affiliated with medical facilities American Fork Hospital and Timpanogos Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Intermountain American Fork Surgical Associates

98 N 1100 E Ste 202 American Fork, UT 84003

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Dr. Patterson's Reviews

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3.7
16 ratings, 11 with a written review
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He was really helpful about getting me in quickly for surgery and surgery went great. He was a good listener overall and kept me informed. I did warn him I'm allergic to surgical glue and he used it anyway, but he was also responsive at prescribing a steroid cream to help get rid of the hives. Overall, I'd recommend him!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 12, 2025
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Same day surgery
My mother-in-law needed a basic, minimal lipoma removal surgery. Our experience with Dr. Patterson hasn’t been the greatest. The surgery ended up being canceled at the last minute. Mind you, this was after they had already put the IV in my mother-in-law’s arm, and she was fully ready to go ahead with the surgery. We understand rightfully why the anesthesiologist didn’t think it was safe to proceed. Due to a previous heart surgery she had 20 years ago. She had also been experiencing chest pain recently. In all honesty, a good doctor would have prepared more properly. I’m sure Dr. Patterson has performed these types of surgeries a million times. It would have been very much appreciated if we had been advised previously that we’d need a cardiologist prior authorization. Dr. Patterson and his office knew the previous history of all the surgeries Linda had in the past. He could have easily instructed us to make sure we had that done way before, just in case it caused any issues for us.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jun 05, 2024
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I would definitely recommend Dr. Patterson. I had pancreatitis and Dr. Patterson recommended removing my gall bladder to heal the pancreas. I had seen several doctors and had under gone every test to find the problem and I was told over and over that my gall bladder was not the problem. Dr. Patterson listened to my symptoms and overall health problems and recommended removing my gall bladder. It turned out that he was right. I had tiny undetectable gall stones and a fatty gall bladder caused from inflammation. The surgery could not have gone better. It is hard to believe, but I had no pain after the surgery. Recovery has been amazingly smooth. Incisions are healing well. I am very grateful to Dr. Patterson.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Allison – Jan 14, 2021
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Dr. Patterson fixed my hernia. He did a really good job and was very nice. He is easy to talk to and a good listener.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 01, 2019
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I had serious complications from surgery with another doctor. Dr. Patterson was very good and helped me. I have no pain and am okay now. I think he saved my life. I will only go to Dr. Patterson now.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 16, 2019
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Fixed my hernia. Did a great job. I recommend him. Nice doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 16, 2019
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Great doctor - very attentive and polite. Listened to my concerns. Was very nice and helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 16, 2019
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Amazing doctor!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 16, 2019
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Good surgeon but no heart
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 25, 2018
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Dr. Patterson is the most wonderful doctor who has ever attended to me. He is kind, compassionate, cool, calm and collected. He took care of me at a moment when I was in great distress and pain in the emergency room and then followed up with a corrective surgery. He allayed all my fears and gave me the courage needed to go through with the surgery. I am 4 days past the surgery and have recovered quickly and well. His office staff is also very kind, considerate.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Robert Tate in Lehi, Utah – Feb 04, 2018
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I had to have a hernia repaired recently and was very nervous about the procedure, I had a few other health issues that could complicate things. Dr. Patterson was very patient with my concerns and remembered them the day of the procedure, he reviewed them with my and answered all my questions thoroughly. I underwent the surgery and I'm feeling 100% now. He's a first rate person and a great surgeon. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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K. Smith in American Fork, UT – Aug 17, 2016
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Robert Patterson, MD, is a doctor specializing in general surgery practicing at American Fork Surgical Associates in American Fork, Utah. General surgery is a surgical specialty focused primarily on the torso or abdominal region, including gallbladder,...read more
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  • University Of Calgary

    Residency Hospital
  • Royal Jubilee Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Calgary Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Intermountain American Fork Surgical Associates

American Fork Surgical Associates98 N 1100 E Ste 202 American Fork, UT 84003
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    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
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