Melani Harker,
MD
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Melani Harker, MD is a Clinical Attending and Women’s Health Provider with a special interest in general obstetrics and gynecology.
She provides Obstetrical and Gynecology care with an emphasis on wellness. She provides prenatal care and enjoys building relationships during the journey of pregnancy and beyond.
She is passionate about life long learning and strives to empower patients in shared decision making. She values women's health care throughout all the stages of life.
She practices at the University Community Clinics.
She has previously been in private practice in Idaho and Hawaii. She enjoys spending time with family, friends and human powered adventures in the outdoors.
Clinical Locations
Madsen Women's Health Center
801-213-2995
Women's Health, Area E
801-213-2995
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Obstetrics/Gynecology
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Clinical Attending |
| Academic Divisions | General OB/GYN |
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
4.5/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.5/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.5/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.6/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.5/ 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
October 21, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Harker was amazing. Went beyond any expectations I could've had. Showed genuine interest and concern for me. Also made sure to explain things in a way I understood. Loved that she also reviewed the plan as we went along and before she left the room.
UofU Patient
October 02, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Harker was very patient, welcoming and considerate of my needs. She took the time to listen to my health concerns and even spent a few minutes making a personal connection with me. She explained what she was doing step by step so I knew what to expect. I've had 4 gynecologists over the years due to multiple relocations and she was the best I've had.
UofU Patient
September 13, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Doctor Harker was so calm and assuring. She created an environment that allowed me to feel comfortable, confident and as relaxed as I could be.
UofU Patient
September 11, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Harker truly went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable and confident during an in-office procedure. I highly recommend her for her compassion and skill.
UofU Patient
September 08, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Harker is both very knowledgeable and very caring. She listened carefully to my problems, showed a great deal of concern, and provided excellent care, as always! She is an excellent physician and I hope the U of U health system can retain her.
UofU Patient
August 22, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Best gyno appt I ever had
UofU Patient
July 18, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
I felt unheard and like my feelings and concerns were dismissed with very generic responds.
UofU Patient
June 23, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Doctor and nurse were extremely apologetic about the wait time.
UofU Patient
May 16, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
As a patient of Dr. Summers, I was transitioning to a new doctor. New doctor's approach is quite different, and I think more attention should have been paid to making the transition more comfortable. This appointment replaced an appointment that I had previously scheduled with Dr. Summers. At each of my six month Appointments, Dr. Summers would routinely do an exam. This new doctor had no intention of doing an exam, and that was not explained to be until I was in the room with her. She said she'd do it if I requested it, which made it sound like it was not part of the plan or her schedule. In light of the need to transition Dr. Summers' patients to someone else, I think the clinic should have gained a better understanding of each patient's needs before handing them over to someone else.
UofU Patient
May 11, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Harker is fantastic. She took the time to address all of my concerns.
UofU Patient
April 11, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Loved Dr Harker! Glad I ended up with her.
UofU Patient
April 09, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Harker is the best. She always answers my questions and gives me the information I need to feel better.
UofU Patient
April 02, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
The doctor seemed very steady and informative and confident about handling my new pregnancy, however, there wasn't a lot of curiosity, concern, or counsel shown for my previous miscarriage. I am very worried about the forecast for my current pregnancy and would have felt more reassured if we had been able to discuss what potentially could be learned from the miscarriage.
UofU Patient
March 25, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Harker was patient, respectful and provided by far the best care I have ever been given. She took the time to explain things to me and meet my needs and complete the procedure all while training a medical student. This is a provider who should be training others based on her medical knowledge as well as most Importantly respect for and treatment of everyone as an individual and to make them feel heard and cared for
UofU Patient
March 21, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Harker was personable and direct in her explanations. Overall a great provider.
UofU Patient
March 16, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Harker took the time to review my chart prior to seeing me so she knew my health history. She explained my options as well as risks and benefits and gave me the opportunity to ask questions and to make my own informed decisions
UofU Patient
February 08, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Harker did a wonderful job showing us care and attention during our visit.
UofU Patient
January 26, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Great service
UofU Patient
January 24, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr.Harker was straightforward, honest, and compassionate. It was my first time meeting with her, and I felt like I was in great hands.
UofU Patient
January 17, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
No personal touch whatsoever. I left there wondering why I even went.
UofU Patient
January 10, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Harker was wonderful, straight forward, and really helpful. Excited to have her as my advocate for my first pregnancy.
UofU Patient
January 08, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Harker was very kind and explained what she was doing as she completed the procedure. She made me feel very comfortable.
UofU Patient
January 06, 2022
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Harker is an amazing physician. I have seen her three times now, and she is always fully engaged and present, listens to my concerns and goes out of her way to provide compassionate, patient-centered medical care that addresses all of my needs. She is exceptional.
UofU Patient
November 22, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Excellent
UofU Patient
November 07, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr Harker was excellent, caring, concerned, informed about my health, thorough and knowledgeable.
UofU Patient
October 04, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Harder was very thorough explaining the side effects of my medication and explaining the different ways I could take my medication. She gave me all my options so I was able to make a decision about my care that works for me.
UofU Patient
September 18, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I felt discounted and not listened to about my condition. Details of my history were dismissed. All of this by the physician.
UofU Patient
September 16, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
She was really quick to get through the visit and I don't feel like my concerns were addressed. A few questions were not answered. I left feeling frustrated that I was told something is normal when it's not normal for me. I will be visibly a different doctor for same issue soon
UofU Patient
September 01, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Excellent, very professional and knowledgeable
UofU Patient
August 29, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Melani is an amazing doctor, she cares about her patients and I can recommend her to anyone I love
UofU Patient
August 27, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
My Dr was excellent. I was very anxious about my appointment and She was very nice, gentle, and explained everything as she went along, and made me feel not so afraid. I definitely want to stay with her.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
I am happy with my checkups with Dr. Harker.
UofU Patient
August 18, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I loved the way Dr Harker spoke with me. She made it clear what we were doing, and she spoke in terms I could easily understand. Considering the circumstances, it was really nice having the clarity she gave.
UofU Patient
June 25, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Harker is great, and I'd strongly recommend her to anyone else. I've found her to be both kind and straightforward in addressing any questions and concerns.
UofU Patient
May 25, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Harker is very knowledgeable. Very open and clear. Always give the chance to choose.
UofU Patient
April 19, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
The doctor forgot to enter RX for me and note for travel.
UofU Patient
April 17, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Harker always explains everything and never rushes me. she's the best!
UofU Patient
April 12, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
She took the time to really listen to my concerns and was very open and honest about the issues I wanted to address. I felt like I was listened to and that meant a lot.
UofU Patient
April 08, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
I really appreciated her thorough explanation of what I was going through & also how to best move forward.
UofU Patient
March 15, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
very helpful and honest with me
UofU Patient
March 09, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
it was okay, but the plan hasn't proceeded after the fact. I've received little to know information on what's going on or the potential risk to my health. I feel in the dark and abandoned during this stressful experience.
UofU Patient
March 01, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
We have truly enjoyed Dr. Harker. I would recommend her to anyone. She remembers my husband and me, asks follow-up questions from previous appointments, has listened to every strange question I've had, her office responds to my messages quickly and she is all around great! Very happy we chose her for prenatal care.
UofU Patient
February 28, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
I had concerns that I felt were brushed off. I felt like my hormones were off and when I told her she said that women have more estrogen than men and men have more testosterone than women. I learned that when I was a child and now I'm an adult with three children. she didn't listen. it was a frustrating visit. there was no more questions or even talk about reaching out to an endocrinologist for my hormone concerns. I've had good appointments with her, this one just wasn't.
UofU Patient
February 25, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I couldn't be happier with Dr. Harker, she's been absolutely fabulous through my entire pregnancy
UofU Patient
February 06, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
explained I tested positive for pregnancy. gave me steps to confirm and see what is going on. unfortunately I had a early loss but whole staff has been prompt in responding to my questions and concerns in U-Chart and I felt I had and understood the next steps and plan
UofU Patient
February 06, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
I'm sure Dr. Harker is a good doc but I felt like she was checking a box and really didn't seem to explore much around my concerns. Maybe this is due to Covid.
UofU Patient
January 30, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
Dr Harker is always very pleasant and discusses everything with me.
UofU Patient
January 17, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Doctor asked questions but no patience for answers. I don't think I answered anything with any substance before being shut down in various ways. Very unclear how a doctor does their job without listening and wanting to get all information possible. Additionally, doctor eager to pass off any unwanted questions to my theoretical primary doctor, for which I asked for a referral but wasn't offered one.
UofU Patient
January 12, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
I did not have a good experience overall. I did not feel heard, understood or supported. I felt that my concerns were dismissed and not paid enough attention. I did not get answers to all my questions and did not like the condescending way I was talked to.
UofU Patient
January 11, 2021
MADSEN HEALTH CENTER
I was very concerned but both the PA and my doctor were comforting and clear about the situation and sympathetic to my concerns
Melani Harker, MD is a Clinical Attending and Women’s Health Provider with a special interest in general obstetrics and gynecology.
She provides Obstetrical and Gynecology care with an emphasis on wellness. She provides prenatal care and enjoys building relationships during the journey of pregnancy and beyond.
She is passionate about life long learning and strives to empower patients in shared decision making. She values women's health care throughout all the stages of life.
She practices at the University Community Clinics.
She has previously been in private practice in Idaho and Hawaii. She enjoys spending time with family, friends and human powered adventures in the outdoors.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Obstetrics/Gynecology
-
Clinical Attending |
| Academic Divisions | General OB/GYN |