Douglas P. Marx,
MD
Languages Spoken: English
Douglas P. Marx, MD is the division chief of oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah. Dr. Marx completed a two-year ASOPRS-approved fellowship in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery at the Oregon Health and Sciences Casey Eye Institute. He has extensive experience in pediatric and adult oculoplastics related to eyelid abnormalities, congenital defects, cancer, and other eye socket abnormalities. He has a particular interest in eyelid and orbital reconstruction, orbital tumors, and congenital abnormalities. Marx practices at the John A. Moran Eye Center, Primary Children’s Hospital, Farmington Station, the Redwood Center, and South Jordan Health Center.
After graduating from Brigham Young University, Marx earned his medical degree from the Georgetown University School of Medicine where he graduated with honors. A Utah native, Marx was formerly at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and practiced at Baylor Eye Physicians & Surgeons and Texas Children’s Hospital where he gained extensive experience in all aspects of eyelid and orbital surgery. He is a member of ASOPRS, the oldest and largest specialty society devoted to the treatment and surgery of eyelid, lacrimal, and orbital disorders.
As a researcher, Marx has studied congenital ptosis, eyelid reconstruction after cancer removal, orbital diseases, thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammation, orbital reconstruction, and orbital neoplasms. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed journal articles, most recently on the topic of pediatric orbital diseases, congenital droopy eyelids, orbital reconstruction, and eyelid reconstruction.
Marx is a recipient of the Stephen N. Schindler Award for high ethical and humane standards and was inducted into the medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha. He was recently named "Best Ophthalmologist/Eye Surgeon" by City Weekly.
Clinical Locations
801-213-3200
801-581-2352
Primary Children's Hospital
801-581-2352
801-213-9940
801-213-4500
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Associate Professor (Clinical) |
| Board Certification | American Board of Ophthalmology American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery |
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
4.4/ 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
June 08, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
superior communication in detail.
UofU Patient
May 06, 2020
PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER
Good experience
UofU Patient
May 02, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
dr Marx is such a wonderful guy. nice funny and fun. takes the worry out of issues.
UofU Patient
April 25, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
excellent
UofU Patient
April 07, 2020
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx is always very interested in the patient and informative.
UofU Patient
April 05, 2020
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
this was a virtual visit. Dr. Marx was great and we accomplished more than I thought we would be able given a virtual visit.
UofU Patient
March 11, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
it was as good as it could be for what it was, I would rather been in the temple or at a good movie be cancer isnt to be messed with, thanks for your help! We will have to see how the billing works out.
UofU Patient
March 09, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx was very comfortable to talk to.
UofU Patient
March 07, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Very good
UofU Patient
February 29, 2020
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
good
UofU Patient
February 18, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was so personable & so Genuine.
UofU Patient
February 16, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
very professional
UofU Patient
February 16, 2020
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx is amazing! he is kind, great with kids, explains everything. I feel very comfortable and confident with him.
UofU Patient
February 14, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
was helpful and took the time to listen and explain things
UofU Patient
February 10, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
very good
UofU Patient
February 10, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
excellent
UofU Patient
February 07, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Overall the experience was very good and at the risk of sounding stupid, kind of fun.
UofU Patient
February 04, 2020
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
extremely helpful with explaining options of care
UofU Patient
February 03, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
They are all very concerned and pastionet
UofU Patient
February 02, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I was seen by the resident and MD. I appreciated seeing both of them.
UofU Patient
January 30, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
good
UofU Patient
January 25, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
dr Marx was amazing. it was the very best doctor patient experience I have ever experienced. he was energetic, conversational, caring and yet exuded confidence in his diagnosis and treatment. I would highly recommend him to others.
UofU Patient
January 22, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I have hade this problem for a number of yrs and this is the first time I feel confident that the problem is going to be repaired the proper way
UofU Patient
January 20, 2020
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx is so personable & caring.
UofU Patient
January 20, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Care provider explained the procedure very well
UofU Patient
January 14, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
satisfied with information provided by Moran center.
UofU Patient
January 14, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
very good
UofU Patient
January 13, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was really nice and did a great job of explaining everything.
UofU Patient
January 12, 2020
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
very good
UofU Patient
January 09, 2020
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx is very personable and has an awareness of you as an individual.
UofU Patient
January 08, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
excellent
UofU Patient
January 02, 2020
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Thorough discussion was had and options were given to me, The doctor had recommendations based on my best interest and long term health
UofU Patient
December 23, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Fantastic.
UofU Patient
December 22, 2019
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx is a pleasure to be around. Positive energy and care!
UofU Patient
December 17, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
very professional
UofU Patient
December 14, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is the best
UofU Patient
December 13, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I had a question about the procedure and the Doctor called and answered my questions. Which I though was really nice because usually its a nurse or the person at the front desk.
UofU Patient
December 11, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
DR. MARX IS SIMPLY A FANTASTIC PHYSICIAN!
UofU Patient
December 09, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was great and I felt comfortable with the plan he proposed.
UofU Patient
December 07, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was professional, courteous, and knowledgeable.
UofU Patient
November 29, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
great experience
UofU Patient
November 29, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Very pleased with service.
UofU Patient
November 26, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. D Marx very nice and willing to help.
UofU Patient
November 26, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx did an excellent job explaining my options.
UofU Patient
November 25, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
great explanations
UofU Patient
November 13, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was great explaining my condition. Listened with patience and answered all my questions. Was so glad I got referred to him.
UofU Patient
November 08, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx is the best!! He did a surgical repair of a MOHS surgery near my eye. I couldn't be more pleased with the care I received and the outcome is amazing. I work at a busy doctors office within the University of Utah Healthcare system and everyone who sees my repair is impressed with the results. I would and in fact already have recommended Dr. Marx to others.
UofU Patient
November 07, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
If you refer to Dr. Marx as "my care provider" he was excelant on this visit and all others.Otherwise I didn't have a "care provider".
UofU Patient
November 05, 2019
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx is very professional, caring, and personable. He made me feel like he was happy to be helping me.
UofU Patient
November 04, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx was awesome! explained my options and answered all my questions thoroughly. I never felt like he was in a hurry to get to his next patient.
UofU Patient
October 28, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is always pleasant and provides superb care
UofU Patient
October 12, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
All good.
UofU Patient
October 09, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
The doctor took the time to go over my options to minimize my scar.
UofU Patient
October 08, 2019
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
all of above I felt were excellent and was very impressed with Dr. Marx
UofU Patient
October 07, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Love this provider
UofU Patient
September 30, 2019
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr Marx was AWESOME!!!!
UofU Patient
September 28, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx is wonderful to work with!
UofU Patient
September 28, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was very professional and pleasant.
UofU Patient
September 25, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
September 12, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
He was great. kind professional and making sure you are aware of all detail of your care and concerns and compassionate
UofU Patient
September 07, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent physician, I will recommend him to anyone that is looking fore an eye Dr.
UofU Patient
September 05, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is one of the best doctors that I have ever visited. And I highly recommend that you give Dr Marx, and the nurse (Karen), a raise!
UofU Patient
August 31, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx was great, he was just a little too fast. I felt I didn't have time to absorb everything he said and formulate questions.
UofU Patient
August 29, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Once again, Doug showed how fast on the draw he is at eliminating unlikely hypotheses and zeroing on the problem.
UofU Patient
August 29, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx is the best eye doctor I've ever had. Very thorough but very quick to eliminate unlikely hypotheses.
UofU Patient
August 27, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
excellent facility and medical professionals
UofU Patient
August 19, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
no problems
UofU Patient
August 17, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
both doctors I visited showed a personal commitment to my welfare and took time to explain what was going on and how it could be resolved.
UofU Patient
August 16, 2019
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
A pleasant experience
UofU Patient
August 13, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was excellent
UofU Patient
August 13, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx is wonderful. He's very informative and knowledgeable, and really explains everything very clearly!!!
UofU Patient
August 08, 2019
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx is happy, friendly, and informative. He is a great listener and he doesn't talk down to you or over your head. He explains things in a simple way that anyone can understand.
UofU Patient
August 06, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Had a great experience
UofU Patient
July 27, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is an amazing, kind, thoughtful and thorough physician.
UofU Patient
July 27, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
always excellent
UofU Patient
July 26, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent relations - Listened did not rush
UofU Patient
July 23, 2019
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
excellent
UofU Patient
July 16, 2019
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
good
UofU Patient
July 14, 2019
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Best Dr ever.
UofU Patient
July 14, 2019
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
good
UofU Patient
July 12, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
super excellent
UofU Patient
July 06, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
wonder Dr marx
UofU Patient
July 06, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Good experience
UofU Patient
July 06, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
excellent
UofU Patient
July 02, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is an amazing, thoughtful and kind man
UofU Patient
June 24, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I have confidence in the doctor, but I will not be referring my friends or family because of the wait time.
UofU Patient
June 21, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. did excellent job for removing my eye lesion. I am very satisfied with him and his assistant who helped me during the surgery. she explained the procedure to me. she told me the doctor did thousands of this and I am in good hands. Things turned out that she is absolutely right.
UofU Patient
June 18, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I had a basal cell growth on my eyelid. I also have blepharitis and it had been misdiagnosed (by 5 doctors) as just part of that condition. When I came to Dr. Marx he took a biopsy and it came back basal cell. I had Mohs surgery by a dermatologist then Dr. Marx did the reconstructive surgery. He cut out the part of my eyelid that had the tumor because the Mohs surgery had to remove all of my eyelashes, and sewed the eyelid back together. Now I will still have a continuous row of eyelashes! The confidence he has in the surgery helps patients remain calm.
UofU Patient
June 18, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
patient centered experience from all I encountered
UofU Patient
June 17, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
great Dr
UofU Patient
June 14, 2019
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Wonderful care
UofU Patient
June 12, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx is the absolute best. I feel so totally comfortable and cared for during my visits at Moran. Thank you
UofU Patient
June 08, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx has amazing skills and is excited about his work. I like that.
UofU Patient
May 25, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
AMAZING! Is putting it so lightly. Doctors, and staff were there for us from the very beginning to see it all the way through.
UofU Patient
May 17, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I wish all my doctors were like Dr. Marx. love him!
UofU Patient
May 13, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
it's all good
UofU Patient
April 28, 2019
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
he was great
UofU Patient
April 27, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was excellent. His demeanor put me at ease and I had complete trust in him. He was respectful of dealing with a colleague as his patient. I am very grateful that he was willing to find time in his schedule to do a biopsy, which he and Abraham made as pleasant as it could be.
UofU Patient
April 22, 2019
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
DR. MARX TALKED TO ME LIKE I WAS FRIEND AND HE REALLY CARED.
UofU Patient
April 22, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I really like Dr. Marx. He has a good "bedside manner" and was very easy to communicate with. He does his job very well.
UofU Patient
April 21, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
The provider was caring; the way he was explaining my problem to me gave a hope of getting better in the future. Was a good provider.
UofU Patient
April 17, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
love this doctor
UofU Patient
April 05, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
once I got past the front desk, the staff, doctors, nurses were excellent.
UofU Patient
March 31, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx was awesome.
UofU Patient
March 28, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent discussions with Dr Marx and other staff. Highly recommended to others seeking eye care/surgery.
UofU Patient
March 27, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was great!
UofU Patient
March 24, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I'm completely blown away by how kind and compassionate Dr. Marx is.
UofU Patient
March 19, 2019
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr Marx is terrific
UofU Patient
March 13, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Both the resident and attending worked hard to find the best solution for my problem. There were no shortcuts.
UofU Patient
March 12, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
We really like Dr Marx and his staff. Very impressed with the Moran Center
UofU Patient
March 09, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is always so kind. He is so good with ___ and it's always so positive!
UofU Patient
March 09, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I wouldn't go any where else for eye care
UofU Patient
March 07, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
the doctor was excellent
UofU Patient
March 06, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
he is excellent. as is his staff
UofU Patient
March 05, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I really liked Dr. Marx. Much better than my previous experience up at this Moran.
UofU Patient
February 26, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
The provider was great, but I will not recommend because of the extremely long wait time, and the assistant not having the information correct, not informing me of my wait time, and not calling in my eye drops. I am sure they knew when I arrived they were running an hour and a half late. hopefully my follow up appointment will be better
UofU Patient
February 24, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
they explained everything that was going to happen fory surgery
UofU Patient
February 23, 2019
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I really like Dr. Marks and his professionalism.
UofU Patient
February 18, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was very thorough. He answered all my questions and also provided information on what he thought the issue was, even though a final diagnosis cannot yet be made. I felt that he cared about me and my eye issue and is determined to figure out what the issue is with my eye.
UofU Patient
February 04, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Really like Dr Marx
UofU Patient
January 25, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
have already referred someone
UofU Patient
January 19, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Wasn't advised in advance that students would be watching and involved in the procedure.
UofU Patient
January 12, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I really like Dr. Marx. He's very friendly and knows what he's doing.
UofU Patient
January 07, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx is fabulous! We have had such a great experience with him, as well as his staff.
UofU Patient
December 25, 2018
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Great doc, super friendly, knew his stuff. Would use him again FOR SURE.
UofU Patient
December 12, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
I am extremely happy with the Moran Eye Center and my doctors, Dr. Barlow and Dr. Marx -they are the best!
UofU Patient
December 11, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Very good and proffessional
UofU Patient
December 04, 2018
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx went extra mile to try to contact my therapist.
UofU Patient
November 30, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent experience.
UofU Patient
November 27, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
He is the best.Excellent communicator. Excellent doctor.
UofU Patient
November 26, 2018
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I just wish that there were +'s by the very good. The clinic does more than you ask.
UofU Patient
November 24, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx was knowledgeable & understandable. I will continue to see him for my eyes.
UofU Patient
November 16, 2018
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx is very impressive in his competence, friendliness and demeanor-
UofU Patient
November 15, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx listened to me, answered my questions and was very courteous and professional. A credit to the U. and his profession.
UofU Patient
November 13, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Top scores in every category possible! I already have recommended this care provider!
UofU Patient
November 12, 2018
PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER
For the amount of time I waited, I would have appreciated a less rushed appointment. I understand people are busy, but I am too. At least make me feel like my time was well spent.
UofU Patient
November 07, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx is exceptional. He is friendly, competent and thorough. His easy going manner makes it easy to talk with him. He is very willing to take the time to answer all questions and explain procedures and follow up.
UofU Patient
November 07, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
love Dr. Marxs!! Caring, friendly and best! I pay out of pocket because my insurance does NOT accept Moran. But I will go no where else!
UofU Patient
October 26, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is a great doctor and surgeon well pleased
UofU Patient
October 26, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was excellent. Informative, caring, and knowledgeable.
UofU Patient
October 26, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Marx is the best.
UofU Patient
October 17, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
I found Dr Marx and his staff to be amazing care givers ,thank you
UofU Patient
October 17, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Outstanding experience. Very thorough and thoughtful. Highly recommend.
UofU Patient
October 13, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
dr Marx is wonderful
UofU Patient
October 13, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
excellent Dr, very friendly and through in his explanation of the procedure
UofU Patient
October 03, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
loved the way provider answered my questions
UofU Patient
October 02, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
I was treated like I was their only patient. explained in detail and the confidence I felt with the whole group was just outstanding
UofU Patient
September 29, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
We love Dr. Marx! He has been great in knowing what's going on, previous history, and what needs to be done to fix it. He asks our concerns, and what we think about the plan. We feel he is very knowledgeable and thorough.
UofU Patient
September 28, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Exceptional
UofU Patient
September 28, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
I was surprised there were so many staff members involved.
UofU Patient
September 09, 2018
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
He's awesome!
UofU Patient
September 09, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Great visit Dr Marx explained every thing to me and what im going to expect from this surgery. very understanding great disposition too.
UofU Patient
September 09, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Moran and Dr. Marx are #1 in all areas. I am paying out-of-pocket but would go NO where else.
UofU Patient
September 04, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx has guided me through some significant symptoms and treatments. He is terrific!
UofU Patient
August 24, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is an excellent doctor, cares about patient, willing to listen to me about what I am concerned with my eye issue. He is way better than the former eye doctor I saw in Midvalley center. I am glad I have made the call to schedule appointment to see Dr Marx, and he really knows how to treat my eye problem. Thanks much! Dr Marx.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is awesome. He's very good at explaining things in an easy way to understand, great with kids, and has a great bedside manner.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
DR MARX WAS VERY EFFICIENT AND FRIENDLY, DID NOT MAKE ME FEEL HE WAS IN A RUSH.
UofU Patient
August 19, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
I feel that he was very interested and truly cared about my recovery and how I was healing up.
UofU Patient
August 07, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx and staff are exceptional!
UofU Patient
July 09, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
I've already recommended Dr. Marx to a few friends.
UofU Patient
July 09, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx and his staff are great!
UofU Patient
July 09, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
I wish all of my doctors were as great with patients as Dr. Marx, showing genuine concern, follow through, and such a great level of care. It is a pleasure to come to the Moran!
UofU Patient
July 05, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx is a wonderful physician who has done nothing but go the extra mile and treat our family with the highest level of care
UofU Patient
July 04, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
dr MARX is excellent in all areas
UofU Patient
June 27, 2018
I felt lucky to have Dr. Marx as my physician. Excellent
UofU Patient
June 22, 2018
Dr. Marx is the best provider I have ever had. explained procedure well, great bedside manner. They broke the mould with this guy!!
UofU Patient
June 18, 2018
Great doctor
UofU Patient
June 15, 2018
Dr. Marx is amazing! So kind, knowledgeable, friendly!!
UofU Patient
June 13, 2018
Dr. Marx is great -- probably the best doctor I have ever dealt with.
UofU Patient
June 08, 2018
Dr Marx deserves the gold meadle in excellence for patient care, he is very genuine and so is his assistant
UofU Patient
May 21, 2018
Physician was excellent.
UofU Patient
May 21, 2018
Dr. Marx is awesome! He put me at ease. He listened to me and explained everything to me that he was going to do in the procedure.
UofU Patient
May 19, 2018
Dr. Marx is the most friendly, personable & caring doctor I've ever been to.
UofU Patient
May 03, 2018
Dr Marx is wonderful!!
UofU Patient
April 25, 2018
good
UofU Patient
April 24, 2018
extremely kind and knowledgeable.
UofU Patient
April 22, 2018
Great experience even though the news was bad news. Dr. Marx always carefully explains the diagnosis and the best treatment option for the patient.
UofU Patient
April 21, 2018
Dr. Marx is extremely knowledgeable and it's great that he personally had done published research for our particular issue. We felt we were in competent hands. He also has a great bedside manner.
UofU Patient
April 17, 2018
Doug goes out of his way to be friendly and explain procedures.
UofU Patient
April 07, 2018
very courteous and professional. understands without making you feel awkward
UofU Patient
March 28, 2018
Dr. Marx goes the extra mile for his patients. He really watches out for them.
UofU Patient
March 20, 2018
This visit was just to check my vision and see if the medicine I was prescribed is working.
UofU Patient
March 20, 2018
I could answer every question individually but all I can say is that every (very good) question should be answered with a PLUS, GREAT WORK, and REALLY CARED. When I made a comment the Doctor made me feel like I had a brain. Every question was answered and the facts were layed out so that we understood them.
UofU Patient
March 20, 2018
Dr. Marx is one of the best doctors i've ever had in my life. He is methodical and keeps the patient's outcome in his mind 100% of the time.
UofU Patient
March 17, 2018
I am not happy with the outcome of the surgery. That is a big problem. But the care provider was nice, and talked clearly, and showed they care.
UofU Patient
March 13, 2018
Dr Marx is great. He is so nice and great with kids.
UofU Patient
March 09, 2018
my experience was the very best.
UofU Patient
March 09, 2018
The Moran Eye Center is the best eye care center in America. Period. Full stop. I would recommend any of my friends and loved ones to fly here if necessary to get care at the Moran Eye Center instead of some subpar place close to where they live (mostly FL and RI).
UofU Patient
March 05, 2018
Very grateful for the prompt and professional biopsy! Thank you Dr. Marx
UofU Patient
March 02, 2018
Medical team and the whole operation of the clinic was most impressive.
UofU Patient
February 22, 2018
Dr. Marx is incredible. Such a pleasant experience every time we see him.
UofU Patient
February 20, 2018
We really like this doctor! He's great with the kids, very friendly, energetic and knowledgeable.
UofU Patient
February 16, 2018
Dr Marx is very friendly, competent and thorough
UofU Patient
February 05, 2018
The kindest, most caring physician anyone could ask for
UofU Patient
February 05, 2018
Dr Marx is very personable and put me at ease right away. He spent time to answer all of my questions and to explain my condition and the treatment he prescribed. I would definitely recommend him to family and friends.
UofU Patient
January 31, 2018
Great experience!
UofU Patient
January 23, 2018
We are very happy with the care we received by Dr. Marx. He was thorough, kind and made my daughter feel comfortable. He did a great job on her surgery and I will definitely recommend him!
UofU Patient
January 22, 2018
we came from billings which was expensive. wish I'd had more time with Dr. Marx.
UofU Patient
January 22, 2018
Dr Marx has gone above and beyond for my care. He was willing to fit me in the following day for a procedure so as to not effect my work schedule. He also spent extra time talking with me regarding the procedure as well as risks and options.
UofU Patient
January 15, 2018
I was so greatful that he explained all the treatment options as well as the signs and symptoms to look for of concern. He also provided me with follow up information and a way to reach the team if needed prior to follow up.
UofU Patient
January 12, 2018
Dr. Marx was great. He was thorough, friendly, and really listened.
UofU Patient
January 07, 2018
THANK YOU DOCTOR MARX
UofU Patient
December 28, 2017
Dr. Marx is awesome
UofU Patient
December 27, 2017
I discussed the procedure with Dr Marx before we proceeded and the fact that it might not work and a more extreme procedure would have to be done. I appreciate that he took the time to explain the options to me before the surgery so I could make an informed decision.
UofU Patient
December 24, 2017
Excellent care-
UofU Patient
December 21, 2017
Dr. Marx is so nice and personable. Love him!!!
UofU Patient
December 20, 2017
Dr Narx is an exceptional doctor, with a fantastic bedside manner.
UofU Patient
December 15, 2017
I would highly recommend Dr. Marx. Because of my positive experience I am considering using the Moran for all of my optical needs.
UofU Patient
December 15, 2017
Dr. Marx met all of my expectations.
UofU Patient
December 12, 2017
He was the best! He was there in the exam room, procedure room, and at time of scheduling f/u visit. He was fast and thorough.
UofU Patient
December 11, 2017
Dr Marx was so friendly and personable.
UofU Patient
December 02, 2017
loved him!!
UofU Patient
November 22, 2017
Our experience at the clinic is always excellent. We recommend the Moran Eye Center to any friend with an usual or complicated vision problem.
UofU Patient
November 20, 2017
Dr. Marx has an exceptional bedside manner
UofU Patient
November 20, 2017
he is such a great person.
UofU Patient
November 09, 2017
Care provider was terrific!
UofU Patient
November 07, 2017
He even made a follow up appt with me so I could bring my husband back and go over everything
UofU Patient
October 28, 2017
probably one of the better experiences that I have had with a physician. Answered questions, interested in my questions, calm attitude
UofU Patient
October 27, 2017
I've never had a doctor cal me the same day to check up on me. I was surprised and delighted.
UofU Patient
October 27, 2017
I received excellent care fro Dr. Marx. Very courteous, and followed up the next day with a phone call.
UofU Patient
October 27, 2017
Dr Marx was very thourough in his explanation of options and recommendations. I never felt like I was the least bit rushed.
Douglas P. Marx, MD is the division chief of oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah. Dr. Marx completed a two-year ASOPRS-approved fellowship in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery at the Oregon Health and Sciences Casey Eye Institute. He has extensive experience in pediatric and adult oculoplastics related to eyelid abnormalities, congenital defects, cancer, and other eye socket abnormalities. He has a particular interest in eyelid and orbital reconstruction, orbital tumors, and congenital abnormalities. Marx practices at the John A. Moran Eye Center, Primary Children’s Hospital, Farmington Station, the Redwood Center, and South Jordan Health Center.
After graduating from Brigham Young University, Marx earned his medical degree from the Georgetown University School of Medicine where he graduated with honors. A Utah native, Marx was formerly at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and practiced at Baylor Eye Physicians & Surgeons and Texas Children’s Hospital where he gained extensive experience in all aspects of eyelid and orbital surgery. He is a member of ASOPRS, the oldest and largest specialty society devoted to the treatment and surgery of eyelid, lacrimal, and orbital disorders.
As a researcher, Marx has studied congenital ptosis, eyelid reconstruction after cancer removal, orbital diseases, thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammation, orbital reconstruction, and orbital neoplasms. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed journal articles, most recently on the topic of pediatric orbital diseases, congenital droopy eyelids, orbital reconstruction, and eyelid reconstruction.
Marx is a recipient of the Stephen N. Schindler Award for high ethical and humane standards and was inducted into the medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha. He was recently named "Best Ophthalmologist/Eye Surgeon" by City Weekly.
Academic Locations
John A. Moran Eye Center
801-581-2352
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Associate Professor (Clinical) |
| Board Certification | American Board of Ophthalmology American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery |
Education History
| Fellowship | Casey Eye Institute, Oregon Health & Science University Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellow |
| Residency | Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine Ophthalmology Resident |
| Internship | University of Utah School of Medicine Preliminary Medicine Intern |
| Professional Medical | Georgetown University School of Medicine Medicine M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Brigham Young University Business Management B.S. |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Moshirfar M, West WB Jr, Marx DP (2020). Face Mask-Associated Ocular Irritation and Dryness. Ophthalmol Ther, 9(3), 397-400.
- Matharu KS, Sweeney AR, Chvez-Barrios P, Edmond JC, Marx DP, Allen RC, Shah VS (2020). Novel Diagnosis of the Diffuse Variant of Infantile Orbital Fibromatosis. (Epub ahead of print) J Neuroophthalmol.
- Ali K, Schultz KP, Marx DP, Hollier LH, Buchanan EP (2017). Secondary Repair of Posttraumatic Enophthalmos and Extraocular Movement Disorders. Facial Plast Surg, 33(6), 606-612.
- Jubbal KT, Kania K, Braun TL, Katowitz WR, Marx DP (2017). Pediatric Blepharoptosis. Seminars in Plastic Surgery, 31(1), 58-64.
- Murri M, Hamill EB, Hauck MJ, Marx DP (2017). An Update on Lower Lid Blepharoplasty. Seminars in Plastic Surgery, 31(1), 46-50.
- Braun TL, Bhadkamkar MA, Jubbal KT, Weber AC, Marx DP (2017). Orbital Decompression for Thyroid Eye Disease. Seminars in Plastic Surgery, 31(1), 40-45.
- Huggins AB, Latting MW, Marx DP, Giacometti JN (2017). Ocular Adnexal Reconstruction for Cutaneous Periocular Malignancies. Seminars in Plastic Surgery, 31(1), 22-30.
- Latting MW, Huggins AB, Marx DP, Giacometti JN (2017). Clinical Evaluation of Blepharoptosis: Distinguishing Age-Related Ptosis from Masquerade Conditions. Seminars in Plastic Surgery, 31(1), 5-16.
- Marx DP (2017). Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Seminars in Plastic Surgery, 31(1), 3-4.
- Ram R, Marolf MD, Marx DP, Braverman RM, Firan M, Herce HH (2017). Eyelid Mass Secondary to T-Cell Lymphoma in a Child: A Rare Presentation and Literature Review. J Pediatr, 180, 282-282.e2.
- Harmoush S, Chinnadurai P, El Salek K, Metwalli Z, Herce H, Bhatt A, Steinkuller P, Vece T, Siddiqui S, Pimpalwar A, Marx D, Mawad M, Pimpalwar S (2016). Multimodality Image-Guided Sclerotherapy of Low-Flow Orbital Vascular Malformations: Report of Single-Center Experience. J Vasc Interv Radiol, 27(7), 987-995.e4.
- Phan IT, Courtney RJ, Marx DP, Wilson DJ, Mansoor A, Ng JD (2016). Proptosis Caused by Rhabdomyomatous Mesenchymal Hamartomata Occurring in the Orbit. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg, 32(3), e62-4.
- Hamill EB, Agrawal M, Diwan AH, Winthrop KL, Marx DP (2016). Angiosarcoma of the Eyelid With Superimposed Enterobacter Infection. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg, 32(3), e59-60.
- Cantey PT, Weeks J, Edwards M, Rao S, Ostovar GA, Dehority W, Alzona M, Swoboda S, Christiaens B, Ballan W, Hartley J, Terranella A, Weatherhead J, Dunn JJ, Marx DP, Hicks MJ, Rauch RA, Smith C, Dishop MK, Handler MH, Dudley RW, Chundu K, Hobohm D, Feiz-Erfan I, Hakes J, Berry RS, Stepensaski S, Greenfield B, Shroeder L, Bishop H, de Almeida M, Mathison B, Eberhard M (2016). The Emergence of Zoonotic Onchocerca lupi Infection in the United States--A Case-Series. Clin Infect Dis, 62(6), 778-83.
- Micheletti JM, Agrawal M, Matoba AY, Marx DP (2015). Chronic Conjunctivitis due to Nocardia nova Complex Formation on a Silicone Stent: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg, 31(5), e131-2.
- Thyparampil PJ, Campbell BC, Freeman PN, Ng JD, Tao J, Yen MT, Marx DP (2015). Changes in Intraocular Pressure During Orbital Floor Fracture Repair. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg, 31(4), 303-5.
- Dailey RA, Marx DP, Ahn ES (2015). Porcine dermal collagen in lower eyelid retraction repair. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg, 31(3), 233-41.
- Hwang CS, Diaz-Marchan P, Marx DP (2014). Mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma masquerading as herniated orbital fat. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg, 30(2), e45-7.
- Marx DP (2013). Advanced techniques for midfacial rejuvenation. Int Ophthalmol Clin, 53(3), 59-65.
- Gire A, Kwok A, Marx DP (2013). PROSE treatment for lagophthalmos and exposure keratopathy. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg, 29(2), e38-40.
- Varley CD, Gross ND, Marx DP, Winthrop KL (2011). Tuberculosis of the nasolacrimal duct. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg, 27(5), e129-31.
- Foroozan R, Marx DP, Evans RW (2008). Posterior ischemic optic neuropathy associated with migraine. Headache Online, 48(7), 1135-9.
- Marx DP, Vagefi MR, Bearden WH, Anderson RL, Yen MT (2008). The quasi-integrated porous polyethylene implant in pediatric patients enucleated for retinoblastoma. Orbit, 27(6), 403-6.
- Moshirfar M, Marx DP (2006). Reply: Perioperative antibiotics in phacoemulsification. J Cataract Refract Surg, 32, 706.
- Moshirfar M, Mirzaian G, Marx DP (2005). Ectasia after LASIK. Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today, 5, 45-7.
Review
Book Chapter
- Goldstein S, Marx DP (2020). Infections of the Eye and Adnexa in Children. In Albert and Jakobiec's Principles and Practices of Ophthalmology. Springer.
- Marx DP, Hamil E (05/01/2018). Lid and Lacrimal System Disorders. In Rudolph's Pediatrics (23rd).
- Pimperwal S, Chinnadurai P, Marx DP (2015). Venolymphatic Malformations of the Orbit. In Vascular Lesions of the Orbit and Face. New York: Springer.
- Dailey RA, Marx DP (2012). Endoscopic Dacryocystorhinostomy. In Smith and Nesi’s Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (3rd Ed). Springer.
- Dailey RA, Marx DP (2011). Conjunctivodacryocystorhinostomy. In Clinical Atlas of Procedures in Ophthalmic and Oculofacial Surgery (2nd Ed). Oxford University Press.
- Marx DP, Yen MT (2011). Management of Ectropion and Floppy Eyelids. In Surgery of the Eyelids, Lacrimal System, and Orbit (2nd Ed). San Francisco: American Academy of Ophthalmology.
- Lee S, Marx DP, Yen MT (2011). Transeyelid Supraperiosteal (Preperiosteal) Midface Lifting. In Hartstein ME, Holck DEE (Eds.), Midfacial Rejuvenation (pp. 83-7). New York: Springer.
- Marx DP (In Press). Frontalis Sling Surgery in Congenital Ptosis. In Manual of Oculoplastic Surgery (5th Ed). New York: Springer.
Case Report
- Marx DP, Chang PT, Winthrop KL (2012). Strenotrophomonas maltophilia-related chronic dacryocystitis. Orbit, 31(6), 433-4.
- Meyer JJ, Espandar L, Marx DP, Vitale A, Moshirfar M (2008). Pseudomonas scleritis resistant to fourth-generation fluoroquinolones in a patient without prior trauma or surgery. Ocul Immunol Inflamm, 16(3), 127-9.
Letter
- Berg JP, Barrett RT, Young AK, Marx DP (2014). Orbital dermoid in a patient with bilateral anophthalmia: a case and review of the literature. [Letter to the editor]. Orbit, 33(6), 475-6.
- Foroozan R, Chan-Kai B, Marx DP (2007). Dilated conjunctival vessels in a patient undergoing epoprostenol therapy. [Letter to the editor]. Clin Exp Ophthalmol, 35(9), 877-8.
Other
- Marx DP, Yen MT (July/Aug 2007). Dry eyes associated with blepharospasm. Benign Essential Blepharospasm Research Foundation Newsletter (p. 9).
Video/Film/CD/Web/Podcast
- Puente MA, Herce HH, Yen KG, Bhatt AR, Marx DP (2014). A child with decreased ocular motility after periorbital trauma [Web]. Medscape Ophthalmology Interactive Series. Available: http://click.mail.medscape.com/?qs=f419b09f2850228a3ee643484daeade6223c5a8b4f2c5e820114f83214245fe37e9c0e3e429f435b.
- Micheletti JM, Giacometti J, Marx DP, Yen K (2013). A 2-month old boy with an orbital mass [Web]. Medscape Ophthalmology Interactive Series. Available: http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/779750.
- Esquenzai I, Yen KG, Marx DP (2013). A boy with a right orbital mass [Web]. Medscape Ophthalmology Interactive Case Series. Available: http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/779750.
- Reddy AK, Marx DP, Edmond JC (2008). Unilateral Proptosis in a 3-Year-Old Male [Web]. American Academy of Ophthalmology Cases. Available: http://one.aao.org/LMS/Cases/Unilateral_Proptosis_in_a_3YO_Boy/player.html.