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Brian K. Zehnder M.D., F.A.A.P.

Family Medicine
Magna, Utah

Medical Director for progressive Private Multispecialty Healthcare Organization, oversight of explosive growth from six to 100+ staff members, including 25 medical providers, in Magna, Utah. Developer of the first Medical Office Building in underserved community, a 39,000 Square Foot progressive Medical Home. Past-President of the Utah Academy of Family Physicians. Founder of the Utah Healing Rooms, a non-denominational 501c(3) charitable organization that prays for the sick. Founder of the Utah Partners for Health, a 501c(3) non-profit organization that provides access to healthcare for the uninsured. Served as Utah State Senator and co-sponsored legislation for Medicaid expansion throughout the State. Oversight of opening two additional medical clinics and in the process established the Exodus Healthcare Network, whose Mission is to encourage and give hope in the lives of others.

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Specialty Family Medicine
Industry Health Services
Organization Exodus Healthcare Network, PLLC
Location Magna, Utah

About Brian K. Zehnder M.D., F.A.A.P.

I am a board-certified family medicine physician and medical director who has spent more than three decades caring for patients and working to improve access to primary care in Magna, Utah. After earning my medical degree from Wayne State University in 1989, I completed my internship and residency at the University of Utah in 1992. I have spent my post-residency career with Exodus Healthcare Network, where our mission is to encourage and give hope in the lives of others. I have also remained involved in medical education as volunteer clinical faculty for University of Utah residents and medical students.

My interest in medicine grew from a desire to help people and make a meaningful contribution to their lives. I value perseverance, creative problem-solving, and finding practical ways to address community needs. That commitment also led me to help establish Utah Partners for Health to address gaps in care for people without insurance. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my three children and grandchild, running mountain trails, and challenging myself through long-distance endurance events.


Family & Personal Details

Personal Details

Date of Birth
1963-05-24
Place of Birth
Pontiac, Michigan, United States of America
Marital Status
Married
Father Name
Gary
Mother Name
Janice
Ancestry
German heritage. Family emigrated from Germany in the mid 1800's and settled in Frankenmuth, Michigan, as missionaries. Family founded many businesses including "Zehnder's Restaurant."

Career Accomplishments

  • Medical Director for progressive Private Multispecialty Healthcare Organization, oversight of explosive growth from six to 100+ staff members, including 25 medical providers, in Magna, Utah.

Press & Recognition

Professional Career

Dr. Zehnder has spent approximately 34 years with Exodus Healthcare Network PLLC

Serving as medical director for most of his career

United States of America

Education & Training

1992

Residency

Education Level: Residency

Institution: University of Utah Department of Family and Preventive Medicine

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States of America

1989

M.D.

Education Level: M.D.

Institution: Wayne State University

Detroit, Michigan, United States of America

Internship

Education Level: Internship

Institution: University of Utah’ Department of Family and Preventive Medicine

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States of America

Professional Affiliations

  • American Medical Association
    Member
  • International Society for Clinical Densitometry
    Member
  • Christian Medical and Dental Association
    Member
  • American Gastrointestinal Association
    Member
  • Utah Medical Association
    Member
  • Utah Academy of Family Physicians
    Affilated
  • American Academy of Family Physicians
    Fellow

Honors & Awards

  • Best Medical Clinic in Magna — 2026
    Recognized by Best of 2026 Business Rate, this award was given based on verified data from Google Reviews, as analyzed and certified by Business Rate. The award recognizes leaders in custome
  • Patient Centered Medical Home — 2021
    Recognition for innovative care for patients as being part of a comprehensive medial home in the community.
  • Patient Centered Medical Home — 2020
    Recognition for innovative care for patients as being part of a comprehensive medial home in the community.
  • Patient Centered Medical Home — 2019
    Recognition for innovative care for patients as being part of a comprehensive medial home in the community.
  • Patient Centered Medial Home — 2018
    Recognition for innovative care for patients as being part of a comprehensive medial home in the community.
  • Patient-Centered Medical Home — 2017
    Recognition for innovative care for patients as being part of a comprehensive medial home in the community.
  • Excellence in Tobacco Cessation — 2023
    Salt Lake County recognized Exodus Healthcare Network for its innovative efforts with Tobacco Cessation Counseling and Intervention
  • Health Insight Certificate of Achievement — 2017
    Recognition for Innovative Quality Improvement Processes
  • Best of Salt Lake City Business Award — 2025
    Annual award given to businesses in West Valley City that exemplify high-quality business principles and service to the local community
  • Best of Salt Lake City Business Award — 2023
    Annual award given to businesses in West Valley City that exemplify high-quality business principles and service to the local community
  • Health Insight Physician Quality Award — 2014
    Recognizing high performance on publicly reported quality of care data
  • Health Insight Physician Quality Award — 2012
    Recognizing high performance on publicly reported quality of care data
  • Health Insight Physician Quality Award — 2011
    Recognizing high performance on publicly reported quality of care data
  • High Insight Physician Quality Award — 2009
    Recognizing high performance on publicly reported quality of care data
  • Friend of the Taxpayer — 2018
    Utah Taxpayer Association. Award given for the highest lifetime legislative scorecard, while serving as a Utah State Senator
  • Chamberwest Chamber of Commerce — 2019
    Business of the Year. Exodus Healthcare Network was awarded the premier "Business of the Year" distinction at the Chamber West Annual Gala. Chamber West represents the business and civic comm
  • Business Champion — 2019
    Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce. Received while serving as Utah State Senator

Community Service

  • Volunteer Physician, Jewish Voice Ministries International — 2014
    Participant in Medical Clinic Care for the under served people of India. Many of these people are of Jewish ancestry, believed to be descendants from the tribe of Manasseh.
  • Volunteer Physician, Jewish Voice Ministries International — 2013
    Participant in Medical Clinic Care for the under served people of Hosanna, Ethiopia. Many of these people are of Jewish ancestry, believed to be descendants from the tribe of Dan. Thousands
  • Founder, Utah Partners for Health — 2003
    Founder and Board Chair of the 501c(3) non-profit organization, whose original mission was to provide access to healthcare for those in need.
  • Medical Director, Pregnancy Resource Center of Salt Lake City — 2008
    Volunteer in the establishment of a Medical Clinic for Women seeking counseling and/or confirmation of Pregnancy. Responsible for general oversight, interpretation, and coordinating follow-u
  • Utah State Senator District Eight — 2018
    Represented ~85,000 constituents. Selected by delegates and appointed by governor to serve District Eight as Senator. Co-sponsored legislation to expand Medicaid and increase access to basic

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Exodus Healthcare Network, PLLC

Magna, Utah

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PROFILE SUMMARY

Professional Summary

Medical Director for progressive Private Multispecialty Healthcare Organization, oversight of explosive growth from six to 100+ staff members, including 25 medical providers, in Magna, Utah. Developer of the first Medical Office Building in underserved community, a 39,000 Square Foot progressive Medical Home. Past-President of the Utah Academy of Family Physicians. Founder of the Utah Healing Rooms, a non-denominational 501c(3) charitable organization that prays for the sick. Founder of the Utah Partners for Health, a 501c(3) non-profit organization that provides access to healthcare for the uninsured. Served as Utah State Senator and co-sponsored legislation for Medicaid expansion throughout the State. Oversight of opening two additional medical clinics and in the process established the Exodus Healthcare Network, whose Mission is to encourage and give hope in the lives of others.

Office Hours

DayHoursAppointment
Monday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Yes
Tuesday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Yes
Wednesday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Yes
Thursday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Yes
Friday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Yes
Saturday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Yes
Sunday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Yes