Scott S. Short

Scott S. Short, MD, FACS, FAAP is an Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery and Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine. He is an attending surgeon in the Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic, and Neonatal Surgery at Primary Children’s Hospital, with active clinical and academic roles.

Education:

• MD – Temple University School of Medicine
• Residency – General Surgery, Cedars Sinai Medical Center
• Fellowship – Pediatric Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine & Children's Hospital Los Angeles
• BS – Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of California, Santa Barbara

Research Focus: Dr. Short's research and clinical interests center on minimally invasive pediatric surgery, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), anorectal malformations, and Hirschsprung disease. He is particularly invested in enhancing recovery protocols and reducing hospital stays for pediatric patients. His work spans from clinical outcomes in colorectal surgery to disparities in pediatric cancer care.

Professional Affiliations: He is an active member of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation and the Pediatric Colorectal and Pelvic Learning Consortium (PCPLC), contributing to multicenter studies and evidence-based care improvement.

Awards & Recognition:

• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
• Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP)
• Board Certified – General Surgery and Pediatric Surgery, American Board of Surgery

Clinical Practice: Dr. Short provides surgical care at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City and Lehi, Utah. His practice encompasses a full range of pediatric surgical conditions, from neonatal anomalies to thoracic and oncologic procedures.