Dr. John Wennergren is a general surgeon who has been practicing in Utah for nearly a decade. Born and raised in Logan, Utah, Dr. Wennergren discovered his passion for surgery early in life. He earned his undergraduate degree from Utah State University, attended medical school in Colorado, and completed his general surgery residency in Indiana.

He then pursued a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery in Kentucky before returning to Utah. Dr. Wennergren treats a broad range of conditions, including gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis, diverticulitis, and colon cancer. He also performs bariatric surgery for weight loss and specializes in procedures for heartburn and acid reflux. Known for his compassionate care and expertise in minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Wennergren is committed to helping patients regain their health with as little recovery time as possible. He lives in Utah with his wife and four children.

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Bio

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Surgical Interests

Foregut
Bariatric
Complex abdominal wall reconstruction and hernias

Office Info

Office Location

Lehi

Hospital Affiliations

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Education

Bachelor of Science-Utah State University, Logan, Utah 2005
Doctor of Medicine-University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado 2009
Fellowship, Minimally Invasive Surgery-University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky 2015

Residency

General Surgery Residency-Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana 2014

Certifications

American Board of Surgery
ATLS Instructor Certification
Utah Medical License

Associations and Accreditations

American Board of Surgery Certified – Certificate #060183 issued 3/2/15 (expires 12/31/2025).
ATLS Instructor certification
Utah Medical License
American College of Surgeons
Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
American Medical Association
Fellow American College of Surgeons

Specialization

Languages

English

Publications and Research

Wennergren J, Munshi I, Fajardo A, George V. “Implementation of Clinical Video Telemedicine (CVT) within a VA Medical Center Is Cost Effective and Well Received by Veterans.”
International Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2014. Jun; 5(12): 711-716.
Abohashem-Aly AA, Meng X, Li J, Sadaria MR, Ao L, Wennergren J, Fullerton DA, Raeburn CD.
“DIPTA, a thyroid hormone analog, reduces infarct size and attenuates the inflammatory response
following myocardial ischemia.” J Surg Res, 2011. Dec; 171(2):379-85.
Wang, J., Elchert, B., Hui, Y., Takemoto, Y., Bensaci, M., Wennergren, J., Chang, H., Rai, R., Chang, T. “Synthesis of Trehalose-based Compounds and Study of Their Antibacterial Activity against Mycobacterium Smegmatis.”
Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry. 2004. 12, 6397-6413.
Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons Annual Meeting. “A Comparison of Initial and Redo Paraesophageal Hernia Repairs.” Nashville, TN – April 2015.
Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons Annual Meeting. “Primary Fascial Closure with Mesh Placement During Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair: A Risk- Adjusted Comparative Study .” Nashville, TN – April
Silent Reflux. Department of General Surgery Grand Rounds. University of Kentucky Schoolof Medicine. Lexington, KY – April 2015.
American College of Surgeons 100th Clinical Congress Poster Presentation. “Hernia Quality of Life Scores in Laparoscopic Preperitoneal Inguinal Hernia Repair.” San Francisco, CA – Oct 2014.
Major Minority: Surgical Health Disparity Among Minorities. Department of General Surgery Grand Rounds. Indiana University School of Medicine. Indianapolis, IN – May 2014.
Resident Research Day. “Implementation of Clinical Video Telemedicine at a VA Medical Center.
Indiana University School of Medicine. Indianapolis, IN – May 2014.
Western Medical Student Research Forum, “The effects of Carbonaceous Particles with High Free Radical Content on Cardiovascular Health,” Carmel, CA – February 2007.
UCHSC Research Forum, “The effects of Carbonaceous Particles with High Free Radical Content on Cardiovascular Health,” Denver, CO – January 2007.
Posters on the Hill, “Synthesis of Trehalose-based Compounds and Study of Their Antibacterial Activity against Mycobacterium Smegmatis.” Salt Lake City, UT – January 2003.