Douglas L. Powell
( out of 415 reviews )

Douglas L. Powell, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Midvalley Health Center

Murray
801-581-2955

  • Douglas Powell, MD specializes in the treatment of allergic contact dermatitis, dermatitis, and urticaria/hives. He is board certified in dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Contact Dermatitis Society. His main clinical focus is to determine the possible causes of persistent severe dermatitis and to determine if it is allergic in nature. He also investigates to determine possible allergies to metal prostheses. He has a particular interest in the evaluation of contact urticaria to metals. He also focuses on the treatment of difficult cases of urticaria in patients who have failed standard therapies.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

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

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 415 reviews )

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    October 31, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Powell will listen to you and explain the best course of action and why. He is very friendly and concerned. His stall are competent, friendly and thorough.

    October 31, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    Always provides excellent quality care: thorough, accurate, respectful. Great disposition, excellent listening skills. Personally cares about patients as individuals and their health. Highly recommend!

    October 31, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Douglas Powell has a great way of making me feel comfortable and treats me with respect. I always enjoy the visit. He is so nice.

    October 30, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    The very best physician I have appointments with on a regular basis.

    October 30, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    Very good about listening to my concerns, and working toward solutions together. Very personable and easy to talk to.

    October 30, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Powell s the best! He has treated my various, pretty severe skin issues successfully for about 20 years now. He is innovative yet also understands the constraints of Medicare.

    October 29, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    Dr Powell has an incredible bedside manner n top of being an expert I his craft - he was thorough and a great listener and helped diagnose my issue- lucky to have landed him as my doc :)

    October 29, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    I Would Highly Recommend Dr Powell He Found Out What Was Wrong With Me After Six Other Providers Failed I Have Been Suffering For Close To A Year With Unknown Condition And Dr Powell Is Extremely Knowledgeable And Kind And Figured Out What Was Wrong He Is Wonderful

    October 16, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Powell is one amazing just not a doctor. He is amazing person he cares about you and your progress's. Just all around great guy

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  • Douglas Powell, MD specializes in the treatment of allergic contact dermatitis, dermatitis, and urticaria/hives. He is board certified in dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Contact Dermatitis Society. His main clinical focus is to determine the possible causes of persistent severe dermatitis and to determine if it is allergic in nature. He also investigates to determine possible allergies to metal prostheses. He has a particular interest in the evaluation of contact urticaria to metals. He also focuses on the treatment of difficult cases of urticaria in patients who have failed standard therapies.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Dermatology -Primary
    Board Certification
    American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Education history

    Residency Dermatology - University of Rochester Resident
    LDS Hospital Intern
    Professional Medical University of Utah Hospital School of Medicine M.D.
    Microbiology - Brigham Young University B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Kern JA, Amanullah AA, Sahni DR, Mathis JG, Hull CM, Powell DL, Secrest AM (2023). Granulomatous cheilitis - is there a role for allergen screening and avoidance? J Dermatolog Treat, 34(1), 2171707. (Read full article)
    2. Amanullah AA, Sahni DR, Sahni VN, Hull CM, Powell DL, Secrest AM (2022). Reply to: current treatment modalities in granulomatous cheilitis. Int J Dermatol. (Read full article)
    3. Okeke CAV, Malik AM, Atwater AR, Powell DL, Czajkowski G, Castanedo-Tardan MP, Montanez-Wiscovich M, Wu PA, Members of the American Contact Dermatitis Society Diversity Equity Inclusion and Healthcare Disparities Committee (2022). American Contact Dermatitis Society Position Statement: Dermatitis and Skin of Color. Dermatitis, 33(1), 3-9. (Read full article)
    4. Schlarbaum JP, Dunnick CA, Scheman AJ, Powell DL, deShazo RA, Neeley AB, Warshaw EM, McKinney ZJ, Hylwa SA (2020). A Mini-epidemic of Suspected Contact Dermatitis to Delta Airlines Uniforms. Dermatitis, 32(4), e69-e71. (Read full article)
    5. Schlarbaum JP, Dunnick CA, Scheman AJPowell DL, deShazo RA, Neeley AB, Warshaw EM, McKinney ZJ, Hylwa SA (2020). A Mini-epidemic of Suspected Contact Dermatitis to Delta Airlines Uniforms.  Dermatitis. 2020 Dec 1. doi: 10.1097/DER.0000000000000692. . Dermatitis.
    6. Rundle CW, Presley CL, Militello M, Barber C, Powell DL, Jacob SE, Atwater AR, Watsky KL, Yu J, Dunnick CA (2020). Hand hygiene during COVID-19: Recommendations from the American Contact Dermatitis Society. J Am Acad Dermatol, 83(6), 1730-1737. (Read full article)
    7. Truong A, Secrest AM, Zhang M, Forbes BR, Laggis CW, McFadden M, Gardner LJ, Powell DL, Lewis BKH (2020). A survey of dermatologic health-related quality of life and resource access in patients experiencing homelessness. J Am Acad Dermatol, 85(3), 775-778. (Read full article)
    8. Sharma V, DeShazo RA, Skidmore CR, Glotzbach JP, Koliopoulou A, Javan H, McKellar SH, Powell DL, Selzman CH (2019). Surgical explantation of atrial septal closure devices for refractory nickel allergy symptoms. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg, 160(2), 502-509.e1. (Read full article)
    9. Schlarbaum JP, Powell DL (2020). Phytodermatitis From Plumbago: Pretty Is Not Painless. Dermatitis, 31(4), e32-e34. (Read full article)
    10. Sheikh UA, deShazo RA, Powell D (2020). Contact Urticaria to Components of Balsam of Peru Presenting Like Food Allergy With Systemic Symptoms. Dermatitis, 31(3), e20-e21. (Read full article)
    11. Jacob SE, McGowan M, Silverberg NB, Pelletier JL, Fonacier L, Mousdicas N, Powell D, Scheman A, Goldenberg A (2017). Pediatric Contact Dermatitis Registry Data on Contact Allergy in Children With Atopic Dermatitis. JAMA Dermatol, 153(8), 765-770. (Read full article)
    12. Goldenberg A, Mousdicas N, Silverberg N, Powell D, Pelletier JL, Silverberg JI, Zippin J, Fonacier L, Tosti A, Lawley L, Wu Chang M, Scheman A, Kleiner G, Williams J, Watsky K, Dunnick CA, Frederickson R, Matiz C, Chaney K, Estes TS, Botto N, Draper M, Kircik L, Lugo-Somolinos A, Machler B, Jacob SE (2016). Pediatric Contact Dermatitis Registry Inaugural Case Data. Dermatitis, 27(5), 293-302. (Read full article)
    13. Goodson A, Powell D (2014). Contact dermatitis to epoxy resins presenting as conjunctivitis. Dermatitis, 25(1), 34. (Read full article)
    14. Pho LN, Eliason MJ, Regruto M, Hull CM, Powell DL (2011). Treatment of chronic urticaria with colchicine. J Drugs Dermatol, 10(12), 1423-8. (Read full article)
    15. Wilson LH, Eliason MJ, Leiferman KM, Hull CM, Powell DL (2011). Treatment of refractory chronic urticaria with tumor necrosis factor-alfa inhibitors. J Am Acad Dermatol, 64(6), 1221-2. (Read full article)
    16. Endo JO, Davis C, Powell DL (2011). The potential utility of patch testing in identifying the causative agent of morbilliform drug eruptions. Dermatitis, 22(2), 114-5. (Read full article)
    17. Powell D, Ahmed S (2010). Soccer shin guard reactions: allergic and irritant. Dermatitis, 21(3), 162-6.
    18. Powell D, Ahmed S (2010). Soccer shin guard reactions: allergic and irritant reactions. Dermatitis, 21(3), 162-6. (Read full article)
    19. Rabkin DG, Whitehead KJ, Michaels AD, Powell DL, Karwande SV (2008). Unusual Presentation of Nickel Allergy Requiring Explanation of an Amplatzer Atrial Septal Occluder Device. Clin Cardiol.
    20. Liddle M, Hull C, Liu C, Powell D (2006). Contact urticaria from curcumin. Dermatitis, 17(4), 196-7. (Read full article)
    21. Fields K, Nelson T, Powell D (2006). Contact Dermatitis to Baby Wipes; A Case Series. J Am Acad Dermatol.

    Letter

    1. Ali NS, Sahni VN, Ma BC, Sahni DR, Hull CM, Powell DL, Secrest AM (2021). Reply to: low response of granulomatous cheilitis to currently established treatments. [Letter to the editor]. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol, 35(12), e930-e931. (Read full article)
    2. Truong A, Laggis CW, Annis TD, Secrest AM, Fino NF, Powell DL, Gardner LJ, Gregory T, Hull CM, Lewis BKH (2019). Factors associated with follow-up adherence in patients seen at a referral-based dermatology clinic for the homeless. [Letter to the editor]. J Am Acad Dermatol, 83(2), 629-631. (Read full article)

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