University of Utah Dermatology Program: Excellence in Clinical Training and Comprehensive Care

The University of Utah's Department of Dermatology is dedicated to providing exceptional clinical training, fostering academic excellence, and delivering comprehensive patient care. The department's vision is to deliver the most advanced and comprehensive care available to our patients. We are dedicated to creating collaborative, compassionate and cutting-edge care in all of our Dermatology subspecialties. The department strives to be a top-ranked training program, recognized for its clinical training, academic achievements, and collaborative environment.

Comprehensive Education and Training

The primary focus of the Department of Dermatology is to provide an integrated dermatology and allergy/immunology curriculum to medical students, residents, allied health professional students, and fellows. The department's educational activities are broad and far-reaching. The Residency and Fellowship programs are designed to exemplify clinical training, academic achievement, and a collaborative environment. The department is committed to providing integrated medical student dermatology education across all four years of medical school.

With the expansion of fellowships in Pediatric Dermatology and Allergy & Immunology, the department aims to meet the growing educational and clinical needs of the population.

Community Engagement and Outreach

Trainees and faculty actively participate in community outreach programs, including sun-safe programs for children, case-based learning series for primary care providers, and continuing medical education symposiums regionally and globally.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Department of Dermatology leads the institution in equal opportunity efforts in recruitment and teaching. This commitment ensures a diverse and inclusive learning environment for all.

Clinical Care and Specialties

The department's vision is to deliver the most advanced and comprehensive care available to patients by creating collaborative, compassionate, and cutting-edge care in all dermatology subspecialties.

The department offers a wide range of specialized services, including:

General Dermatology: Diagnosis and treatment of common skin conditions.
Pediatric Dermatology: Specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents with skin disorders.
Dermatologic Surgery: Surgical procedures for skin cancer and other skin conditions.
Cosmetic Dermatology: Treatments to improve the appearance of the skin.
Allergy and Immunology: Diagnosis and management of allergic skin diseases and asthma.

The Population Health Center on North Temple has open appointment slots, making it easier for patients to access dermatological care. Appointments can be scheduled at 801-581-2955.

Same-Day Dermatology Clinic

Recognizing the need for immediate attention to certain skin problems, University of Utah Health offers a Same-Day Dermatology clinic. This clinic provides appointments for patients with urgent skin issues. We understand that sometimes you need to see a doctor right away.

Allergy and Asthma Clinic

University of Utah Health's allergic skin diseases and asthma clinic offers allergy testing to identify the causes of allergic reactions. When your body has an allergic reaction, the reaction can cause both skin allergies and asthma.

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Research and Clinical Trials

The Department of Dermatology is actively involved in patient-focused clinical trials in various dermatology-related diseases. The Department of Dermatology is currently conducting patient focused clinical trials in multiple dermatology-related diseases.

Faculty and Expertise

The department boasts a team of outstanding faculty members with expertise in various dermatology specialties. Learn more about our outstanding Faculty and Dermatology Specialties.

Faculty Members:

Brooks A.
Jordan L.
Anneli R.
Elise S.
Jennie T.
Margaret M.
Jessica M.
Keith L.
Scott R.
Gerald J.
C. Christopher B.
Zachary H.
Christopher M.
Mark A.
Luke S.
Robert L.
Mazdak A.
Kristin M.
Bethany K.H.
Lauren M.
Jason G.
Eric A.
Erik N.
Jonathan A.
Marta J.
Douglas L.
Megan E.
Jamie W.
Jamie P.
Timothy H.
Jeremy P.
Richard D.
Tammy K.
Amy J.
David A.
Yelena P.
John J.
Stephanie E.
Sarah R.
David M.
James T.
Carter T.
Garrett C.
Dena M.
Joseph D.
John D.
Melanie K.
Garrett C.
Megan E.
Steven M.
Kathryn A.
Katherine B.
Aaron M.
David R.
Adam R.
Mark B.
Bryan G.
Patricia A.
Douglas M.
Nicole N.
Christopher S.
Tyler S.
Cheryl A.
Robert J.
Jennica M.
Courtney M.
Kenyon, Brenna G.
Kelly, Anneli R.
Bowen, Matthew
Gumbleton, Dekker C.
Sheyda Mesgarzadeh
Caitlyn N. Myrdal
Amanda H. Gong
Delaney B. Stratton
Brenna G. Bormann

Recent Publications and Presentations

The faculty and trainees of the Department of Dermatology are actively involved in research and scholarly activities. Recent publications and presentations include:

Bormann JL, Petersen MJ, Sontheimer RD, Zussman J. A confounding clinically-aggressive case of necrotizing granulomatous and suppurative dermatitis. Dermatology Online Journal.
Bormann JL, Kerkvliet AM. Granulomatous dermatitis in a patient with cholangiocarcinoma treated with BRAF and MEK inhibitors. Cutis.
Sreekantaswamy S, Meyer J, Grinich E, Leshem Y, Simpson E, Abuabara K. Utility of transepidermal water loss-stratum corneum hydration ratio in atopic dermatitis. Skin Res Technol. 2024;30(5):e13709.
Gray L, Olson J, Brintz BJ, Cipriano SD. Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome: Clinical features, ancillary testing, and patient management. Pediatr Dermatol. 2022 Nov;39(6):908-913. doi: 10.1111/pde.15102. Epub 2022 Aug 16.
Stone CJ, Broadbent E, Sahni VN, Gray L, Clarke JT, Hansen CB, Rhoads JLW, Zone JJ, Hull CM, Wu YP, Kean J, Secrest AM, Hopkins ZH. Use of the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale in a complex medical dermatology clinic: Cross-sectional study evaluating associations between resilience, health-related quality of life, and mental health. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2025 Mar 4:S0190-9622(25)00389-5.

Presentations:

Pavek A, Bormann JL, Coman G, Miles R, Wada DA. “Cracking the Code: Navigating Complex Dermatologic Cases with Expert Guidance.” University of Utah Dermatology Grand Rounds. Salt Lake City, Utah.
Bormann J, Wada D, Curtis J. Fatal Systemic T-Cell Lymphoma Presenting with a Morbilliform Rash in a 61-Year-Old Male. 27th Joint Meeting of the International Society of Dermatopathology.
Bormann JL, Pavek A, Coman G, Miles R, Wada, DA. DUSP22 gene rearrangement identified in both systemic anaplastic large cell lymphoma and lymphomatoid papulosis in a 78-year-old woman. 28th Joint Meeting of the International Society of Dermatopathology.
Sreekantaswamy S, Topham C, Certain L, Benefield R, Madigan L, Maclean E, Curtis J, Zone J, Bowen A. Grand Rounds:“Management of Keratinocyte Carcinoma in Older Adults: One Size Does Not Fit All.” Dermatology Grand Rounds. University of Utah. Salt Lake City, UT.
Sreekantaswamy S, Topham C, Madigan L, Curtis J, Zone J, Bowen A. A Case of Progressive Centrofacial Destruction. Pacific Dermatology Association Annual Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
Sreekantaswamy S. Subcutaneous Panniculitis Like T Cell Lymphoma. Intermountain Dermatology Society Meeting 2023. Sun Valley, ID.
Lyon J, Bell KA, Zussman J. Hand Thickening and Tongue Enlargement in an Older Adult with Chronic Kidney Disease. Skin Under Siege: Clinical Insights into Calciphylaxis. University of Utah Dermatology Grand Rounds.
Cipriano C. Histiocytic Erythema Multiforme Major Mimicking Linear IgA Bullous Disease of Childhood. AAD Annual Meeting.

Lectures:

Sreekantaswamy S. Viral Exanthems. Project ECHO. CPD Uganda and Utah. Salt Lake City, UT.
Sreekantaswamy S. Chronic Pruritus. Project ECHO. CPD Uganda and Utah. Salt Lake City, UT.
Sreekantaswamy S. Acne, Rosacea, and Folliculitis. Skin Muscle Bone and Joint Curriculum. Salt Lake City, UT.

Posters:

Sreekantaswamy S, Gaufin M, Bell K, Madigan L. The Creation and Implementation of a Graduated Professional Development Series. Association of Professors in Dermatology DTEG 2024. Chicago, IL.

Dermatology Education for Primary Care

The Department of Dermatology offers continuing medical education opportunities for primary care providers. Our crowd favorite, Practical Derm, is returning May 29, 2026. Check out more details about the conference by clicking the red button. More info here

Destination CME for Dermatologists

A course that presents dermatology training for dermatologists in a 2-day, in-person, CME accredited conference. In Utah you can truly have it all.

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