
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Dr. Error’s interest encompasses the treatment of all age groups for all disorders of the ear, nose, and throat. He has special interests in the treatment of tumors of the head and neck regions and the surgical treatment of sleep disordered breathing. While well trained in surgical interventions, he believes in conservative treatment to relieve many disease processes. He enjoys teaching patients to understand the disease process so that they can participate more in their own care and make well-informed medical decisions. He prides himself in his effort to understand his patients’ complaints so that he can focus treatments on improving their overall well-being.
He is interested in the education of future health care providers, and he has conducted research on the education of residents and viral effects on newborn hearing loss.
Dr. Error enjoys outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, camping, and canyoneering. He has a wonderful wife and a son with whom he likes to spend as much time as possible. He is fluent in Spanish.
Clinical Locations
Otolaryngology/ENT, Area E
801-587-8368
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
Board Certification | American Board of Otolaryngology |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.8/ 5

Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.8/ 5

Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.8/ 5

Wait time at clinic
4.7/ 5

Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.8/ 5

Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
November 09, 2022
University Hospital
Prior to this appointment, Dr. Marc Error had thoroughly reviewed the medical history faxed from a previous care provider (now retired) and with this review, quickly diagnosed the current condition. His discussion of the condition and path forward were clear and informative.
UofU Patient
October 30, 2022
University Hospital
Dr. Error's attitude expressed regarding my previous providers (colleagues at the University) was unprofessional. After the examination, I asked specific questions to determine if my nosebleeds could be related to my other known medical conditions, his responses to me were dismissive. I felt my concerns were not heard or that I was wasting his time. I could have skipped this appointment and been fine and money ahead or waited another month to see my preferred provider Dr. McRae.
UofU Patient
October 15, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Error was awesome
UofU Patient
October 15, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I brought up pain in my throat and he responded "well that sounds like a lung issue which is outside my expertise. You should talk to your primary about that." He brushed it off like it was nothing. I had to explain it was excruciating pain that I'd been experiencing for 7 days. I understand if he doesn't know how to help me but I was shocked by the lack of empathy and lack of desire to help a sick patient. A doctor that can't do anything for a cough? Can't even take a look at my throat or listen to my lungs? That's extremely disappointing. He treated me like a nuisance wasting his time. His nurse assistant stood there and didn't do anything either. He seemed annoyed with my cough and flatly said I should get tested for Covid (which I did and was negative). I left the appointment crying because I'd never experienced such emotionless care from hospital staff.
UofU Patient
September 30, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Error is amazing!!! I can not express how much he means to me and my family!!! He saved my life and I will always return to him for anything to do with my ears throat and sinus he is the best there is!!!!
UofU Patient
September 29, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Error is an excellent doctor. I always schedule with him. He cares about you and is very thorough. Exceptional patient care.
UofU Patient
June 26, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Error is very thorough, kind, and caring. I would highly recommend him.
UofU Patient
June 05, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Kind, caring, very practical and knowledgable.
UofU Patient
May 20, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Good
UofU Patient
May 15, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Mark was impressive despite his unfortunate surname! ; - ). He too was professional yet warm and friendly in his manner. Clear but not condescending at all. The best way to be.
UofU Patient
May 15, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
DR Error is amazing with his explanations attention to detail and knowledge.
UofU Patient
April 01, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
The team always took my suggestions very serious.
UofU Patient
March 30, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Great service, very friendly, highly knowledgeable and professional. I highly recommend!
UofU Patient
March 29, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Error was clear, comforting, compassionate and very clearly and cogently addressed my concerns.
UofU Patient
March 11, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Good
UofU Patient
February 19, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Error was amazing! My husband went to him a few months ago, so I decided to go see him also. He is AMAZING! So kind and explained everything he was doing and helped me understand what was going on. I absolutely loved him.
UofU Patient
January 24, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Error is always great about listening to my concerns or issues I feel are going on with my ears! He is the best!!!
UofU Patient
January 14, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Error showed sincere interest in my welfare. I did not feel rushed and felt my questions answered. He is a top notch physician.
UofU Patient
December 29, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Error has the best bedside manner, he genuinely listens to concerns, and makes sure to answer all of them.
UofU Patient
December 13, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Outstanding. It's appreciated!
UofU Patient
November 11, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Very thorough, professional, absolutely superb.
UofU Patient
November 06, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Listened and answered all questions.
UofU Patient
October 20, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Error was great explaining the findings from the CT scan and sharing his concerns. Dr. Error spent a great deal of time with me answering every concern . Thanks Doc.
UofU Patient
October 11, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
This was a follow up on surgical procedures No further treatment needed
UofU Patient
October 09, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Error was excellent. One of the better doctor-patient interactions I've had, and he was very thorough.
UofU Patient
September 19, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Error gave me an explanation of what needed to be done, visually showing me with the scope camera and explaining In clear detail his concerns and the direction he'd like to go. He Included me with his thoughts making sure I understood. He was not rushed and spent a great deal of time with me.Thanks Doc.
UofU Patient
September 19, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Excellent in listening and explaining. Starting with a moderate solution to my problem. I appreciate that.
UofU Patient
September 17, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I appreciate that Dr Error listens to my concerns and offers recommendations accordingly. He is patient and very good at explaining available options. I'm confident he has my best interest at heart.
UofU Patient
August 30, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Everything was excellent. Dr. Error is a very professional and kind practitioner.
Dr. Error’s interest encompasses the treatment of all age groups for all disorders of the ear, nose, and throat. He has special interests in the treatment of tumors of the head and neck regions and the surgical treatment of sleep disordered breathing. While well trained in surgical interventions, he believes in conservative treatment to relieve many disease processes. He enjoys teaching patients to understand the disease process so that they can participate more in their own care and make well-informed medical decisions. He prides himself in his effort to understand his patients’ complaints so that he can focus treatments on improving their overall well-being.
He is interested in the education of future health care providers, and he has conducted research on the education of residents and viral effects on newborn hearing loss.
Dr. Error enjoys outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, camping, and canyoneering. He has a wonderful wife and a son with whom he likes to spend as much time as possible. He is fluent in Spanish.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
Board Certification | American Board of Otolaryngology |
Education History
Residency | University of Utah School of Medicine Otolaryngology- Head & Neck Surgery Resident, 2013 |
Professional Medical | University of Oklahoma College of Medicine (OUCOM) Medicine M.D., 2008 |
Undergraduate | Brigham Young University Business Management B.S., 2004 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Gill AS, Kaur K, Shipman P, Sumsion J, Error M, Kelly K, Alt JA (2021). Nasal endoscopy, room filtration, and aerosol concentrations during live outpatient encounters: a prospective, case-control study. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol, 12(1), 71-82.
- Gill AS, Oakley G, Error M, Kelly K, Orlandi R, Alt JA (2021). Optimizing clinical productivity in the otolaryngology clinic during the COVID-19 pandemic. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol, 11(7), 1121-1123.
- Prussin AJ, Babajanian E, Error M, Grimmer JF, Ku J, McRae B, Meier J, Thiesset H, Skirko JR (2020). Radiofrequency Ablation vs Electrocautery Blinded Randomized Trial: Impact on Clinically Meaningful Outcomes. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 164(6), 194599820964737.
- Error M, Ashby S, Orlandi RR, Alt JA (2017). Single-Blinded Prospective Implementation of a Preoperative Imaging Checklist for Endoscopic Sinus Surgery. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 158(1), 177-180.
- Collett T, Error ME, Shelton C (2013). Squamous cell carcinoma of the tympanic membrane. Otol Neurotol, 34(8), e115-6.
- Error ME, Wilson KF, Ward PD, Gale DC, Meier JD (2013). Assessment of otolaryngic knowledge in primary care residents. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 148(3), 420-4.
- Park AH, Mann D, Error ME, Miller M, Firpo MA, Wang Y, Alder SC, Schleiss MR (2013). Comparative analysis of detection methods for congenital cytomegalovirus infection in a Guinea pig model. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 139(1), 82-6.
Case Report
Abstract
- Hunter BN, Error M, Yueh B, Janus SC, Moore CM, Bolk KG, Crosby DL, Sharma A (2019). Impact of Otolaryngology PGY-1 Curriculum Changes on Resident Operative Experience, Abstract, COSM, Austin, TX. [Abstract].
- Williams B, Drake D, Sansom K, Error M (2015). How does the anatomy of the lingual artery limit base of tongue reduction for obstructive sleep apnea? A retrospective review of a large cohort using CT angiograms of the neck. [Abstract]. 73(9), E58-E59.
- Orb Q, Wilson K, Meier J, Error M, Johnson S, Ward P (2014). Improving Patient Satisfaction in the Outpatient Otolaryngology Clinic [Abstract]. Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, 151, 29.