Dr. Rodrick McKinlay is a board-certified general and bariatric surgeon specializing in minimally invasive weight-loss procedures. A Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), Dr. McKinlay has over two decades of surgical expertise. He is recognized for his compassionate approach, surgical precision, and commitment to long-term patient success.

Dr. McKinlay earned his medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine in 1997, graduating with honors in medicine and surgery. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Arizona, followed by a minimally invasive surgery fellowship at the University of Kentucky, concluding at the University of Maryland.

Since joining Rocky Mountain Associated Physicians in 2004, Dr. McKinlay has performed thousands of successful weight-loss operations, including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, duodenal switch, SADI-S and revisional bariatric procedures. He is an active member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and frequently lectures on best practices in bariatric care.

Outside the operating room, Dr. McKinlay is deeply involved in patient education and postoperative support, helping individuals achieve sustainable lifestyle changes. Fluent in Spanish, he enjoys spending time with his family, soccer, running, skiing, and engaging with literature and the arts.

Patient Testimonials

“Dr. McKinlay changed my life. He treated me with so much kindness and never made me feel judged. I’ve lost over 100 pounds and gained my confidence back.”
— Kendra M.

“I was scared to have surgery, but Dr. McKinlay explained everything with such care and patience. I knew I was in good hands from the start.”
— Jason T.

“His calm demeanor and clear expertise immediately put me at ease. I’m healthier now than I’ve been in decades.”
— Marisol R.

“What sets Dr. McKinlay apart is how much he cares after the surgery. He truly wants you to succeed for life.”
— Anthony L.

Selected Publications

  • Adams TD, Davidson LE, Litwin SE, et al. Weight and Metabolic Outcomes 12 Years after Gastric Bypass. New England Journal of Medicine. 2017;377(12):1143-1155.

  • Adams TD, Davidson LE, Litwin SE, et al. Association of Patient Age at Gastric Bypass Surgery with Long-term All-Cause and Cause-Specific Mortality. JAMA. 2015;313(1):62-70.

  • Kim J, Waitzman NJ, Simper SC, McKinlay R, Cottam D. Effects of Post-operative Nutritional Disorders Following Bariatric Surgery on Health Care Cost and Use. Obesity Surgery. 2021;31(3):1060-1066.

  • McKinlay RD, Simper SC, Adams TD, et al. Association of Metabolic Syndrome Prior to Gastric Bypass Surgery and Long-Term Weight Loss Outcomes: The Utah Obesity Study. Obesity Surgery. 2017;27(9):2276-2285.

  • McKinlay RD, Park A. Laparoscopic ventral incisional hernia repair: A more effective alternative to conventional repair of recurrent incisional hernia. Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery. 2004;8(5):488-493.

  • McKinlay RD, Mastrangelo MJ, Park A. Laparoscopic adrenalectomy: indications and technique. Current Surgery. 2003;60(2):142-146.

 

 

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