Charles J. Parker,
MD, AB
Languages Spoken: English
Charles J. Parker, M. D., is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Hematology and Hematologic Malignancies, Department of Internal Medicine, at the University of Utah, the Huntsman Cancer Institute and the George E. Whalen VA Medical Center, Salt Lake City, UT. As a Hematologist, his clinical interests include paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, hemochromatosis and porphyria.
Dr. Parker received his MD from The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He received training in medicine and Hematology from the North Carolina Memorial Hospital, Chapel Hill and Duke University. In the past, Dr. Parker served as President of the International Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria Interest Group. He is currently Editor-in-Chief of The Hematologist.
For questions regarding Dr. Parker's practice, our clinical programs or for help identifying the right Hematology specialist for you or for your family member, please feel free to contact our Clinical Care Specialist/New Patient Coordinator at www.huntsmancancer.org or (801) 587-4630.
Clinical Locations
Hematology Clinic
801-585-2626
801-581-2000
Veterans Administration Medical Center
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
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Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Hematology/BMT |
| Board Certification | American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine) American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Royal College of Surgeons of Canada |
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
4.6/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.5/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.7/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.3/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.6/ 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
September 25, 2020
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
The nurse practitioner listened to all of my questions and then left the screen to get responses from the doctor. She said she would return with his responses. After quite some time my doctor appeared on the screen. He. said that his nurse practitioner would take care of all the questions I had asked. I asked the doctor one other question that I thought of. We discussed this matter and he discussed medicine that I would take. I never heard from the n.p. She thought the doctor answered all questions. I sent an inquiry about responses to my questions. The n.p. told me of the confusion but I would still like to get answers to the questions I had.
UofU Patient
September 23, 2020
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
trying meds to improve my energy level
UofU Patient
August 16, 2020
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
we like Dr. Parker
UofU Patient
July 13, 2020
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
Had a great discussion and I fully understood everything she explained to me.
UofU Patient
May 18, 2020
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
so so
UofU Patient
April 06, 2020
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
He is excellent, very knowledgeable, patient, & willing to take the necessary time to explain any question you may have.
UofU Patient
November 10, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
I felt like a non-entity moving thru a heartless process. Dr. Parker plans to change my treatment - which may be very appropriate - but he doesn't have any idea who I am & how my condition affects me, how I work with it. There is no relationship.
UofU Patient
October 06, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
good
UofU Patient
October 06, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
What kind what can I say the total experience was very professional and wonderful
UofU Patient
July 01, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
It's always a pleasure to see Dr. Parker.
UofU Patient
April 16, 2018
I always have a good experience with Dr. Parker. He checks on things that I may have a concern about. Such as when promacta is off patent.
UofU Patient
September 13, 2017
Excellent
UofU Patient
August 26, 2017
very thorough
UofU Patient
August 06, 2017
Very good and complete discussion with the intern/fellow and later the doctor
UofU Patient
April 02, 2017
Dr. Parker is an amazing doctor. If he ever retires, I will have a hard time finding a doctor to replace him. I have seen many doctors in my time but he is the best. He always knows what needs to be done and helps me so much. He is a very considerate and compassionate person and so intelligent.
UofU Patient
February 09, 2017
I was never worried, they took very good care of me and I could tell that this is what they do and had complete trust in them!
UofU Patient
November 02, 2016
Dr. Parker and the Resident were both very helpful, careful, and thorough. They provided detailed explanations of my concerns.
UofU Patient
October 23, 2016
treated very well and all my questions were answered to my satisfaction.
UofU Patient
October 17, 2016
I've had Dr. Voorhees a few years ago and he has always been a good doctor, and still is. I appreciated his time to help with anything I requested and answered my questions confidently. He's the best.
UofU Patient
October 09, 2016
honesty and care
UofU Patient
May 14, 2016
I didn't agree with how he handled things.
UofU Patient
March 31, 2016
I like Dr. Parker
UofU Patient
January 08, 2016
I appreciated Dr. Parker's consultation, but also that Vermille (?) was there as well. I still want/need to know how to spell his name so I can pronounce it. With Vermille's findings and report to Dr. Parker, I felt very confident in Dr. Parker's ability and knowledge base. Possibly losing his thought now and then . . . but overall, a very kind doctor and individual. I appreciated Vermille being present as well.
UofU Patient
December 06, 2015
Dr. Parker was friendly and seemed to care about my issues.
UofU Patient
October 03, 2015
Fellow was excellent; Dr. Parker was excellent.
UofU Patient
August 21, 2015
good
UofU Patient
July 28, 2015
would have liked to see the actual doctor a little longer
UofU Patient
July 11, 2015
I like Dr. Parker. He is a caring physician.
UofU Patient
March 17, 2015
Dr. Parker is a very professional and intelligent doctor. He is the best doctor I have ever had the opportunity to work with. He takes his time with you and makes sure you understand all he is telling you. He answers all my questions and is very caring and compassionate. He's also very respectful. I feel very fortunate to be working with Dr. Parker.
UofU Patient
July 19, 2014
I really like Dr Parker and his staff. He seems very genuine and caring. I have great confidence in his skills and knowledge.
UofU Patient
May 06, 2014
this was good and it may be due to the fact Dr. Parker remembers me...
UofU Patient
April 02, 2014
Dr. Parker is amazing and no matter how trivial the question or concern, he always spends the time and makes sure we understand and are confident of the care we are given and the medication and process we are using to control or cure my medical issues. He's a very caring and compassionate Dr.
UofU Patient
March 24, 2014
dDR Parker is a great doctor, very caring, and I feel as though I am in good hands.
UofU Patient
March 18, 2014
I'm glad that Dr. Parker was willing to do a more in-depth investigation into my problem and not just blow it off as others have done.
UofU Patient
November 25, 2013
Dr.Parker's interne assistant was particularly caring. She spent a considerable amount of time listening and discussing my related health issues. I was impressed with her manner and the way she spoke with me - showing a caring above and beyond. Dr. Parker, too, treated me as a friend as well as a patient. I left feeling that my health is important to both professionals.
UofU Patient
November 22, 2013
All my concerns were answered and taken care of. I felt very comfortable.
UofU Patient
November 05, 2013
Absolutely the BEST experience I've had with a care provider in many many years. Never felt rushed. They answer every question more than once. Made me feel important and cared for at a personal lever. Thank you!
UofU Patient
September 02, 2013
Doctor Parker is an excellent doctor and very caring.
UofU Patient
July 11, 2013
I felt that the three Doctors were talking among them selves and not including me. I was undergoing a blood draw in which the tech tried three times to get the blood, during the time the Doctors were trying to talk to me.
UofU Patient
April 01, 2013
Please note: My "fair" responses above concerned the initial (I assume resident or intern) provider who first spoke with us. His response to my questions was not clear - although it was long and detailed without really answering my questions in a way I could make sense of. The Provider with whom our appointment was scheduled was much better at explaining in terms that we could understand.
UofU Patient
February 20, 2013
Dr Parker is an extremely kind, knowledgable man, and always prompt. I like him!
UofU Patient
February 11, 2013
Wonderful!
UofU Patient
February 11, 2013
Dr Parker placed in my file instruction for future visits with my primary care midwife to include a blood draw so we can follow up the concern. This eliminates extra visits to his office. I will only need to be seen by one provider after a final visit in 6months if all appears normal.
UofU Patient
October 22, 2012
Dr. Parker gave me the time to absorb things and ask questions...will see him again soon
UofU Patient
August 13, 2012
This was my first experience with Dr. Parker and it was positive overall.
UofU Patient
June 25, 2012
Dr. Parker and Andrea Schindler took more time with me than any other health care provider at their levels has since I have been sick. They answered questions and I didn't feel that they were in a hurry to see other patients.
UofU Patient
April 19, 2012
Best doctor-patient relationship I've had since initial diagnosis.
UofU Patient
March 01, 2012
I liked Dr Parker the first time we met. He was kind and I felt as though I was in good hands with him.
UofU Patient
January 26, 2012
I had a really great experience. My Doctor was thorough and I really appreciated his expertise.
UofU Patient
January 10, 2012
I did not see a doctor today. I just had lab work done.
Charles J. Parker, M. D., is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Hematology and Hematologic Malignancies, Department of Internal Medicine, at the University of Utah, the Huntsman Cancer Institute and the George E. Whalen VA Medical Center, Salt Lake City, UT. As a Hematologist, his clinical interests include paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, hemochromatosis and porphyria.
Dr. Parker received his MD from The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He received training in medicine and Hematology from the North Carolina Memorial Hospital, Chapel Hill and Duke University. In the past, Dr. Parker served as President of the International Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria Interest Group. He is currently Editor-in-Chief of The Hematologist.
For questions regarding Dr. Parker's practice, our clinical programs or for help identifying the right Hematology specialist for you or for your family member, please feel free to contact our Clinical Care Specialist/New Patient Coordinator at http://www.huntsmancancer.org or (801) 587-4630.
Academic Locations
School of Medicine
801-585-3229
Veterans Administration Medical Center
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
-
Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Hematology/BMT |
| Board Certification | American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine) American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Royal College of Surgeons of Canada |
Research Interests
- Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
- Myeloproliferative Disorders
Education History
| Fellowship | Duke University Medical Center Hematology/Oncology Fellow |
| Residency | North Carolina Memorial Hospital Internal Medicine Resident |
| Internship | North Carolina Memorial Hospital Intern |
| Professional Medical | University of North Carolina Medicine M.D. |
| Undergraduate | University of North Carolina English A.B. |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Parker CJ, Desnick RJ, Bissel MD, Bloomer JR, Singal A, Gouya L, Puy H, Anderson KE, Balwani M, Phillips JD (2019). Results of a pilot study of isoniazid in patients with erythropoietic protoporphyria. Mol Genet Metab, 128(3), 309-313.
- Singal AK, Parker C, Bowden C, Thapar M, Liu L, McGuire BM (2014). Liver transplantation in the management of porphyria. Hepatology, 60(3), 1082-9.
- Swierczek SI, Piterkova L, Jelinek J, Agarwal N, Hammoud S, Wilson A, Hickman K, Parker CJ, Cairns BR, Prchal JT (2012). Methylation of AR locus does not always reflect X chromosome inactivation state. Blood, 119(13), e100-9.
- Ahmed KB, Warner SL, Chen A, Gourley ES, Liu X, Vankayalapati H, Nussenzveig R, Prchal JT, Bearss DJ, Parker CJ (2010). In vitro and in vivo characterization of SGI-1252, a small molecule inhibitor of JAK2. Exp Hematol, 39(1), 14-25.
- Parker CJ, Brodsky RA, Levine JE (2009). Treatment versus transplant for challenging hematologic disorders. Biol Blood Marrow Transplant, 15(1 Suppl), 72-8.
- Parker CJ, Janatova J, Weis JH (2000). Preface. Immunopharmacology, 49(1-2), 99-100.
- Bohnsack JF, Widjaja K, Ghazizadeh S, Rubens CE, Hillyard DR, Parker CJ, Albertine KH, Hill HR (1997). A role for C5 and C5a-ase in the acute neutrophil response to group B streptococcal infections. J Infect Dis, 175(4), 847-55.
- Liu L, Murray DK, Dameron CT, Parker CJ, Rodgers GM (1997). Biochemical characterization of procoagulant albumin. Thromb Res, 85(5), 399-411.
- Gubler DB, Ahlstrom CR, Liu L, Zhou JF, Parker CJ, Rodgers GM (1995). Procoagulant albumin increases vascular endothelial cell prostacyclin secretion. Thromb Haemost, 74(6), 1573-7.
- Grosset A, Liu L, Parker CJ, Rodgers GM (1994). Bioassay of procoagulant albumin in human plasma. Thromb Res, 75(5), 551-8.
- Tomita A, Radike EL, Parker CJ (1993). Isolation of erythrocyte membrane inhibitor of reactive lysis type II. Identification as glycophorin A. J Immunol, 151(6), 3308-23.
- Gubler DB, Wilson BD, Parker CJ, Rodgers GM (1993). Regulation of endothelial cell protein C activation and fibrinolysis by procoagulant albumin. Thromb Res, 70(6), 459-69.
- Ezzell JL, Parker CJ (1992). Cell-surface regulation of the human alternative pathway of complement. Sheep but not rabbit erythrocytes express factor I-dependent cofactor activity. Scand J Immunol, 36(1), 79-87.
- Bohnsack JF, Zhou XN, Gustin JN, Rubens CE, Parker CJ, Hill HR (1992). Bacterial evasion of the antibody response: human IgG antibodies neutralize soluble but not bacteria-associated group B streptococcal C5a-ase. J Infect Dis, 165(2), 315-21.
- Holguin MH, Martin CB, Bernshaw NJ, Parker CJ (1992). Analysis of the effects of activation of the alternative pathway of complement on erythrocytes with an isolated deficiency of decay accelerating factor. J Immunol, 148(2), 498-502.
- Bohnsack JF, Zhou XN, Williams PA, Cleary PP, Parker CJ, Hill HR (1991). Purification of the proteinase from group B streptococci that inactivates human C5a. Biochim Biophys Acta, 1079(2), 222-8.
- Janatova J, Cheung AK, Parker CJ (1991). Biomedical polymers differ in their capacity to activate complement. Complement Inflamm, 8(2), 61-9.
- Lassiter HA, Speranza MJ, Hall RT, Meade V, Christensen RD, Parker CJ (1990). Complement C3 deposition onto bacteria by neonatal serum is not enhanced after the infusion of intravenous immunoglobulin. J Perinatol, 10(1), 27-31.
- Parker CJ, Bernshaw NJ, Wilcox LA (1990). Analysis of the binding of human C3b to glycoproteins on rabbit and sheep erythrocytes. Complement Inflamm, 7(1), 1-17.
- Lassiter HA, Christensen RD, Parker CJ (1989). Immunologic regulation of E. coli K1 by serum from neonatal rats is enhanced following intraperitoneal administration of human IgG. J Infect Dis, 159(3), 518-25.
- Parker CJ, Stone OL, Bernshaw NJ (1989). Characterization of the enhanced susceptibility of paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria erythrocytes to complement-mediated hemolysis initiated by cobra venom factor. J Immunol, 142(1), 208-16.
- Hill HR, Bohnsack JF, Morris EZ, Augustine NH, Parker CJ, Cleary PP, Wu JT (1988). Group B streptococci inhibit the chemotactic activity of the fifth component of complement. J Immunol, 141(10), 3551-6.
- Whatley RE, Lewis MS, Zimmerman GA, McIntyre TM, Parker CJ, Stevens DL, Prescott SM (1988). The regulation of synthesis of platelet-activating factor by endothelial cells. Chest, 93(3 Suppl), 110S-111S.
Review
- Parker CJ (2012). Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria. [Review]. Curr Opin Hematol, 19(3), 141-8.
- Parker CJ (2011). Management of paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria in the era of complement inhibitory therapy. [Review]. Hematology Am Soc Hematol Educ Program, 2011, 21-9.
- Parker, CJ (2011). Complement and hematology. [Review]. The Hematologist, 8(1), 5.
Book Chapter
- Parker CJ (2017). Complement and PNH. In Kanakura Y, Kinoshita T, Nishimura J (Eds.), Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria: From Bench to Bedside (pp. 67-98). Tokyo: Springer Japan KK.
- Parker CJ (2015). Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria. In Kaushansky K, Lichtman M, Kipps T, Prchal J, Seligsohn U (Eds.), Williams Hematology (9th Edition). Boston: McGraw-Hill.
- Parker CJ (2015). Complement for the Clinician. In Brodsky R (Ed.), Complement-mediated Hemolytic Anemias, An Issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics of North America. Philadelphia: Elsevier.
- Parker CJ, Ware RE (2014). Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria. In Orkin S, Nathan G, Ginsburg D, Look AT, Fisher D, Lux S (Eds.), Nathan and Oski's Hematology and Oncology of Infancy and Childhood (8th Edition). Philadelphia: Elsevier.
- Parker, CJ and Ware, RE (2013). Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria. In Greer J, Arber D, Glader B, List A, Means R, Paraskevas F, Rodgers G, Foerster J (Eds.), Wintrobe's Clinical Hematology (13th Ed, pp. 785-808). Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.