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L. Dana DeWitt
( out of 57 reviews )

L. Dana DeWitt, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Clinical Neurosciences Center

Salt Lake City
801-585-7575

Imaging and Neurosciences Center

Salt Lake City
801-585-7575
  • L. Dana DeWitt, MD is Medical Director for the Inpatient Neurology Service at University Hospital. She is also a member of the Brain Attack Team and interprets transcranial Doppler. She has had the honor of receiving awards as Best of Boston Magazine’s Top Docs for Women, Consumers’ Checkbook Top Docs, and Best Doctors in America 2005-2008.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

    Patient Rating

    4.8 /5
    ( out of 57 reviews )

    The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.

    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

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    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    February 22, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr. Dewitt is the best doctor. I trust her and I make the best decisions because of her input.

    February 08, 2024
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    very friendly and caring

    January 27, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr Dewitt is has been my Dr for many years. She takes time to explain any test results and offer suggestions that may help.

    January 20, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr. DeWitt is a very caring & takes time to explain how you are doing. She puts you through the little tests each time she sees you. Gives you suggestions to do before your next appointment. I don't want to see any other provider.

    December 08, 2023
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    She is very good at helping me with my MS symptoms. She listens to me.

    December 04, 2023
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Very through, could understand your statements, verygood

    November 09, 2023
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    I always feel heard and seen and she is always thorough. I always feel that my time there is a wonderful use of time.

    August 09, 2023
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr Dewitt is an excellent doctor. I would recommend her to anyone.

    August 07, 2023
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    She talk to my daughter, mostly but What I hear was excellent

  • L. Dana DeWitt, MD is Medical Director for the Inpatient Neurology Service at University Hospital. She is also a member of the Brain Attack Team and interprets transcranial Doppler. She has had the honor of receiving awards as Best of Boston Magazine’s Top Docs for Women, Consumers’ Checkbook Top Docs, and Best Doctors in America 2005-2008.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Neurology -Primary
    Board Certification
    American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

    Education history

    Fellowship Neurology - Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital Fellow
    Neurology - University of Michigan Chief Resident
    Residency Neurology - University of Michigan Resident
    Internal Medicine - Michael Reese Hospital Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - Tulane University M.D.
    Biology - Southern Methodist University B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Chung LS, Tkach A, Lingenfelter EM, Dehoney SB, Rollo J, de Havenon A, DeWitt LD, Grantz MR, Wang H, Wold JJ, Hannon PM, Weathered NR, Majersik JJ (2015). Tissue Plasminogen Activator Prescription and Administration Errors within a Regional Stroke System. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis, 25(3), 565-71. (Read full article)
    2. Sangle N, Baringer JR, Majersik J, DeWitt LD (2015). CADASIL with Multiorgan Involvement: a Complete Autopsy Examination Report. Can J Neurol Sci, 43(1), 202-5. (Read full article)
    3. Kinard K, Osborn AG, Palmer CA, Warner JE, Katz BJ, Crum AV, DeWitt LD, Sonnen JA, Digre KB (2015). Ataxia at the Masquerade Ball. J Neuroophthalmol, 35(3), 315-8. (Read full article)
    4. Bennett AE, Hoesch RE, DeWitt LD, Afra P, Ansari SA (2014). Therapeutic hypothermia for status epilepticus: A report, historical perspective, and review. Clin Neurol Neurosurg, 126, 103-9. (Read full article)
    5. Caplan L, Wityk R, Pazdera L, Chang HM, Pessin M, DeWitt LD (2005). New England Medical Center Posterior Circulation Streoke Registry II. Vascular Lesions. J Clin Neurol, 1(1), 31-49.