Justin C. Wheeler

Dr. Justin C. Wheeler is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah, specializing in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition. He serves as the Medical Director of the Motility Disorders Program at Primary Children’s Hospital, focusing on motility disorders such as achalasia, dysphagia, Hirschsprung disease, and chronic constipation. His work bridges clinical practice and translational research in the Intermountain West region.

• Education: MD from The Ohio State University College of Medicine
• Residency: Phoenix Children’s Hospital
• Fellowship: Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Dr. Wheeler’s research emphasizes the epidemiology of motility disorders, clinical utility of EndoFLIP testing, and management strategies for chronic constipation. His publications span topics like eosinophilic esophagitis, neurogastroenterology, and healthcare economics in pediatric gastrointestinal conditions.

His recent articles include studies on hormonal regulation in esophageal barrier dysfunction (2018), population-based prevalence of pediatric eosinophilic esophagitis (2018), and clinical protocols for motility disorder programs (2022). These works highlight trends in translational research, medical technology integration, and pediatric healthcare optimization.

Dr. Wheeler is board-certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology by the American Board of Pediatrics. He is fluent in Spanish and a native of Utah.