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Kwabena Ampofo, MBCHB
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Primary Care Physician
Accepting patients
Black Gps
in Salt Lake City, UT
Black Primary Care Physicians: checkups, preventive care, chronic disease management. Racial concordance improves hypertension and diabetes outcomes.
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Maintained by the Black Health editorial team · Updated May 2026
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J.S. Jones, MD, MSPH
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Primary Care Physician
Accepting patients
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Bismarck Odei, MD
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Primary Care Physician
Accepting patients
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Robert Teixeira, MD
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Primary Care Physician
Accepting patients
What to know about Black Primary Care Physician care in Salt Lake City
Black adults are 40 percent more likely to die from heart disease, stroke, or diabetes than white adults (CDC, 2023). Much of that gap traces back to gaps in primary care: missed screenings, undertreated blood pressure, delayed diabetes diagnosis. A primary care physician (PCP) is the front door to every other specialist. They run the annual checkup, update vaccines, screen for cancer and metabolic disease, manage chronic conditions day-to-day, and refer when something needs deeper expertise.
A landmark Oakland trial (Alsan et al., American Economic Review, 2019) found Black men randomized to a Black PCP agreed to 49 percent more preventive services, especially invasive ones like blood draws, than those assigned a non-Black PCP.
Common reasons to book a Black PCP
- Annual physical, blood pressure and cholesterol check
- Diabetes and prediabetes screening (A1C)
- Colon, breast, cervical, and lung cancer screening referrals
- Chronic disease management: hypertension, asthma, thyroid
- Mental health first-line care and referrals
Advocacy prompts
- What is my blood pressure goal, and what's my plan to hit it?
- Am I due for any cancer screenings based on family history?
- If you're prescribing a new medication, what side effects should I watch for?
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a Black Gp in Salt Lake City, UT?
Use the search and filter tools on this page to browse verified Black Gps in Salt Lake City, UT. You can filter by telehealth, insurance accepted, and whether the Gp is accepting new patients. If the list is short, consider virtual options as many Black Gps serve patients statewide or nationwide.
Are there virtual or telehealth Black Gps serving Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes. Many Black Gps offer telehealth appointments in addition to or instead of in-person visits. Use the telehealth filter on this page to see providers who offer virtual care, which can expand your options significantly if local availability is limited.
Why does seeing a Black Gp matter?
Research consistently shows that racial concordance between patients and their care team is associated with better communication, greater trust, and improved health outcomes. Patients who share a racial or cultural background with their Gp often report feeling more understood and are more likely to follow through on care plans.
What should I ask a Gp before working with them?
Ask whether they are accepting new patients, what insurance they accept, and whether they offer telehealth or in-person visits. It is also worth asking about their experience with conditions relevant to you, their communication style, and how they handle after-hours questions or urgent concerns.
Do Black Gps in Salt Lake City, UT accept insurance or Medicaid?
Many Black Gps listed in this directory accept major insurance plans and some accept Medicaid or Medicare. Use the insurance and Medicaid filters on this page to narrow your search. Contact the provider directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted before scheduling.
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