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Kelsey M. DeSalvo

Kelsey M. DeSalvo, MD

Endocrinology

Accepting New Patients
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LGBTQ+ Clinically Competent
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 19-64
  • Older Adult >65

Gender

Female

Hospital Affiliation

  • LDS Hospital

About Kelsey M. DeSalvo

About The Provider

Dr. Kelsey M. DeSalvo is an endocrinologist practicing at Intermountain Health’s Salt Lake City Clinic – Diabetes & Endocrinology in Salt Lake City, Utah. She supports patients in Salt Lake City, and surrounding communities, providing expertise in fine needle aspiration (biopsy) of thyroid nodules, treating patients with thyroid cancer, and performs Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for benign thyroid nodules

Dr. DeSalvo has a passion for taking care of patients who have thyroid or endocrine disorders to ensure they are well-informed of their treatment options and have excellent subsequent care.  She enjoys taking the time to get to know her patients and strives to find a personalized, evidence-based treatment plan for them.    

Dr. DeSalvo is the medical director for the thyroid tumor board conference at Intermountain Healthcare, and has served as an expert speaker in the field of endocrinology/thyroidology for various conferences in the state of Utah and was selected to sit on the American Board of Internal Medicine Standards Setting Committee for the field of endocrinology.  

In her education, Dr. DeSalvo received her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder where she was selected for the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, won the Jacob Van Ek Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement and Contributions to the University, and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She completed her medical doctorate at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus where she won several awards including the Gottesfeld Memorial Award for Overall Outstanding Student Performance and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. She completed her Internal Medicine Residency and her Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Fellowship at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus where she won awards for her research in the field of thyroidology. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, and has additional training in radiofrequency ablation of thyroid nodules. 

In her free time, the Colorado native enjoys hiking, skiing, reading, and spending time with her family and dog. 

Conditions Treated: 

  • Thyroid Nodule Evaluation and Biopsy (FNA)
  • Thyroid Nodule Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
  • Thyroid Cancer, Hyperthyroidism (Overactive thyroid) 
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Pituitary Disorders
  • Adrenal Disorders

Locations

  1. Salt Lake Clinic - Endocrinology & Diabetes

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: University of Colorado School of Medicine, Endocrinology, 2019
  • Residency: University of Colorado School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2017
  • Medical School: University Of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, 2014

Board Certifications

  • Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2019
  • American Board of Internal Medicine, 2017

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

385 ratings, 48 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Grateful to have her for my doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Excellent service, very good explanation and patience, very good doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    She listened to me and was forthcoming with answering my questions. She made me feel at ease in the procedure and had a great “bedside manor”

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    I’m thankful for her expertise.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    Dr Salvo is an exceptional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Dr. DeSalvo is always thoughtful and thorough. She explains everything so that I understand my treatment and what choices I have. She has been an excellent physician in my time with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    She listens and explains lab results and next steps clearly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    I appreciated her kindness and constant checking on me to make sure I was doing OK throughout the procedure.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    She is very knowledgeable and caring. She works hard to find answers to my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Dr. DeSalvo listens to my concerns and responds appropriately and in a way I can understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Her whole team is very professional and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Dr.DeSalvo was very professional and caring towards my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    She is great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Once we finally got in to see her she was very thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    She has been very involved in my care, even beyond an appt.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Caring and knowledgeable physician. Did not feel rushed in my appointment. Grateful for her expertise in endocrinology.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    Dr Desalvo is very caring & listen to you ,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    Dr DeSalvo listens to your concerns and treats you with respect.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    She's kind, straight forward, and takes her time with you. She is a very pleasant person.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/7/2025

    An excellent person who clearly puts love into his work and empathy for the patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Thank you!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Explained the procedure to me very well and what to expect.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Dr. DeSalvo is an excellent physician. She is very smart, asks thoughtful questions, and takes the time to really understand what’s going on. It’s clear she is knowledgeable and truly cares about her patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    She is very caring with our special needs adult son.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    She's always up to date on my overall condition and cares about me as a person

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    The best. See earlier comment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    I love my doctor! She is best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr. DeSalvo is very special en all the ways , she is professional, respectful, caring, compassionate and care of me so great . I am happy and thankful with her .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    “ Thanks Dr.Desalvo for your excellent care and taking the time to answer my questions.,” “ I’m so grateful for your expertise and kindness.” The treatment you recommended has made a big difference .,”I feel so much better now! Thank you so much for your care.😊

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    She is a excellent doctor and very helpful to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    She did a great job explaining and making sure I understood everything. She gave me a lot of information and wanted me to understand it. I really like her as a doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    She helps me understand the things related to my care very well and is a nice genuine person!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Very thoughtful and great explantions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    She made sure I was understood and taken care of.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    She is complete in her knowledge and options for treatment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    She is knowledgeable, kind and a great doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    She couldn't have been nicer or more accomodating and I am really glad she was my doctor for this biopsy which was a kind of scary & painful thing to have to do.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Dr DeSalvo is the best provider i've had. She is engaged in all aspects of my health and genuinely cares about me. She explains things in great detail, in ways that I can understand even though I have complex health issues. I love Dr. DeSalvo and recommend her to everyone with endocrine disorders!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/5/2025

    pleased that I was referred to her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/14/2025

    Dr. DeSalvo is an exceptional physician. She cares deeply about her patients and the subject matter behind the care. She is focused on finding solutions and treats each situation (and person) with a tailored approach.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    She was considerate and patient, taking the time to explain things to me. She validated my concerns and didn't just right them off as me gaining weight. She also gave me time to think about if I had any questions. It takes me a minute to process things like that so it was very helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    I appreciate she took her time and was so supportive

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    she really is the best at what she does thank you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Dr De Salvo is a wonderful doctor who is friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond for patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2025

    She was really great! I would definitely see her again.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2025

    She was very calm in a situation fraught with tension for me as a patient. Efficient, and explained things marvelously.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Dr. Desalvo is an excellent person