Marta J. Petersen
( out of 83 reviews )

Marta J. Petersen, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

University of Utah Hospital

Dermatology, Area E
Salt Lake City
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  • “Marta Petersen, MD has specialized expertise in complex medical dermatology. She is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Dermatology and is participating in Maintenance of Certification in Dermatology. Her main clinical focus is diagnosis and treatment of non-healing leg ulcers (non-diabetic), pyoderma gangrenosum, autoimmune skin diseases including blistering disease, and skin eruptions related to underlying diseases. She is a an associate executive director on the American Board of Dermatology, which certifies dermatologists.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Patient Rating

    5.0 /5
    ( out of 83 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    June 28, 2025
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Dr. Petersen is a caring, highly skilled medical professional. She has my highest level of respect and I am fortunate to have her as my doctor. SheÕs also genuine and pleasant in demeanor.

    May 18, 2025
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    She is the best dermatologist I've ever seen

    April 26, 2025
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    I keep coming back. That is the result of great caring service.

    April 04, 2025
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Great Doctor

    March 23, 2025
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    I've seen Dr. Petersen exclusively for many years. It's always a pleasant experience and I enjoy catching up with her. A+

    February 28, 2025
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Dr Peterson does her job very well, and gives you the best advice on what to do to make it better for you.

    February 02, 2025
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    I feel so much better already. Thank you.

    January 24, 2025
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Dr. Petersen provides exceptional care

    December 06, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Peterson is excellent. She is skilled and kind. She reads the chart ahead of the appointment so she is prepared.

  • “Marta Petersen, MD has specialized expertise in complex medical dermatology. She is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Dermatology and is participating in Maintenance of Certification in Dermatology. Her main clinical focus is diagnosis and treatment of non-healing leg ulcers (non-diabetic), pyoderma gangrenosum, autoimmune skin diseases including blistering disease, and skin eruptions related to underlying diseases. She is a an associate executive director on the American Board of Dermatology, which certifies dermatologists.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Dermatology -Professor
    Board Certification
    American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Education history

    Residency Dermatology - North Carolina Memorial Hospital Resident
    Fellowship Dermatology - University of Utah School of Medicine Fellow
    Residency University of Utah Hospital Resident
    Internship Strong Memorial Hospital Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Utah M.D.
    Undergraduate Biostatistics - University of Minnesota B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Clark JJ, Snyder AM, Sreekantaswamy SA, Petersen MJ, Lewis BKH, Secrest AM, Florell SR (2021). Dermatologic care of incarcerated patients: A single-center descriptive study of teledermatology and face-to-face encounters. J Am Acad Dermatol, 85(6), 1660-1662. (Read full article)
    2. Gonzalez CD, Florell SR, Bowen AR, Presson AP, Petersen MJ (2019). Histopathologic vasculitis from the periulcer edge: A retrospective cohort study. J Am Acad Dermatol, 81(6), 1353-1357. (Read full article)
    3. Saluja S, Petersen M, Summers E (2015). Fractional carbon dioxide laser ablation for the treatment of microcystic lymphatic malformations (lymphangioma circumscriptum) in an adult patient with Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome. Lasers Surg Med, 47(7), 539-541. (Read full article)
    4. Tristani-Firouzi P, Petersen MJ, Saffle JR, Morris SE, Zone JJ (2002). Treatment of toxic epidermal necrolysis with intravenous immunoglobulin in children. J Am Acad Dermatol, 47(4), 548-52. (Read full article)
    5. Petersen MJ, LaMarche D (2000). Telemedicine: evolving technology in an e-health care world. Manag Care Q, 8(3), 15-21. (Read full article)
    6. Zone JJ, Meyer LJ, Petersen MJ (1996). Deposition of granular IgA relative to clinical lesions in dermatitis herpetiformis. Arch Dermatol, 132(8), 912-8. (Read full article)
    7. Petersen MJ, Woodley DT, Stricklin GP, OKeefe EJ (1987). Production of procollagenase by cultured human keratinocytes. J Biol Chem, 262(2), 835-40. (Read full article)

    Case Report

    1. Beshay A, Petersen M, Rhoads JLW (2021). Severe EGFR inhibitor-induced acneiform eruption responding to dapsone. Dermatol Online J, 27(7). (Read full article)
    2. Fields KS, Petersen MJ, Chiao E, Tristani-Firouzi P (2005). Case reports: treatment of nevirapine-associated dress syndrome with intravenous immune globulin (IVIG). J Drugs Dermatol, 4(4), 510-3. (Read full article)

    Abstract

    1. Korver G, Liu C, Petersen M (2007). alpha1-Antitrypsin deficiency presenting with panniculitis and incidental discovery of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. [Abstract]. Int J Dermatol, 46(10), 1078-80.