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 and is co-founder of the University of Utah Thyroid Eye Disease Program (UTED). 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
4.9/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.9/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.9/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.6/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.9/ 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
March 25, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Great care!!
UofU Patient
March 18, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Great
UofU Patient
March 12, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was excellent. Advised me of what needed to be done and had time to do the procedure so I didn't need a return visit.
UofU Patient
March 09, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is the best. He is considerate, compassionate and attentive. Always professional
UofU Patient
March 05, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Every step of the way Moran Eye Center was the best!!!
UofU Patient
February 28, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Great medical group!
UofU Patient
February 20, 2022
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
I thanks them
UofU Patient
February 20, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Over all had a great experience
UofU Patient
February 19, 2022
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
February 18, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Always a Great Experience with Dr. Douglas Marx. He is Always so Professional & Personally Caring.
UofU Patient
February 17, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
I will not be going back
UofU Patient
January 29, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx was an excellent explainer and was very cordial and understanding
UofU Patient
January 17, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx has a friendly, congenial personality. He is thorough and goes the extra mile to make sure needs are met. I'm grateful for such a great doctor.
UofU Patient
January 14, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx was/is very personal
UofU Patient
January 09, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Definitely the best care
UofU Patient
January 05, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
I was sent to Moran Eye Center for emergency surgery. From the time I entered the facility until finish everyone was professional, caring, just excellent.
UofU Patient
January 02, 2022
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
December 20, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent
UofU Patient
December 20, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
We did not discuss risks
UofU Patient
December 20, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx has it all: skills, great at communicating, respectful of seniors and empathic.
UofU Patient
December 16, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr Marx is the greatest! He is extremely thorough. He explained the procedures he was doing as he performed them. He was always asking about my comfort level. He was very nice.
UofU Patient
December 13, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx really listened to my concerns and addressed them.
UofU Patient
December 12, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Incredible provider, shows high concern for me and although I had not visited him in 3 years (thankfully took that long for the problem to reoccur) he knew who I was and what I needed like I saw him often
UofU Patient
December 11, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx showed very good personal interest in my recovery
UofU Patient
December 05, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is really good and shows a lot of attention and concern.
UofU Patient
December 05, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
I don't need to reiterate, but my experience was exceptional
UofU Patient
November 27, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx has a great staff of talented and professional staff. I have confidence in each of them. Dr. Marx is a very kind and talented. He took me as a patient and has restored my peripheral vision. I am forever grateful. I can completely enjoy my reading, sewing, quilting, designing on my long arm and moving about our home without walking into things.
UofU Patient
November 25, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent surgeon
UofU Patient
November 22, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Excellent doctor. Good communication and people skills.
UofU Patient
November 20, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
A bit confusing. I should have asked more details about his evaluation. Again, all were rushing, rushing.
UofU Patient
November 19, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent
UofU Patient
November 18, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
I had an excellent experience all questions were answered
UofU Patient
November 15, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr.Marx was wonderful. He explained things clearly. He was great!
UofU Patient
November 12, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Marx is superb
UofU Patient
November 10, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx always explains my treatment options thoroughly and simply, so I feel informed and knowledgable about my treatment.
UofU Patient
November 07, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Marx is Outstanding!
UofU Patient
November 05, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Moran is the best
UofU Patient
October 31, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was assisted by another Dr -I believe his name was Dr Ang?- and a medical student as well. Both were very professional and were extremely well informed. I could tell that Dr Ang had prepped well. After a few tests, Dr Marx came in right away!
UofU Patient
October 29, 2021
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Great Doctor
UofU Patient
October 24, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
It was good I feel like some questions are skirted around and not always answered. There is a lot to discuss and not enough time. I'm sure some of it is there is no answers.
UofU Patient
October 22, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx is simply, the Best! He is a destination in itself!
UofU Patient
October 22, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
While I do like to have some input about my care, I am really looking to the doctor for help about something I do not know how to handle. I have been very impressed with Dr Marx's approach. Especially wanting to follow-up to make sure we are getting the needed results!
UofU Patient
October 15, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marx was very precise and showed my previous eye condition. He took time to explain that more light was now in my sight and improved my vision . He told me that I should use a sunscreen and moisturizer and told me where to get them. I felt he was involved and totally there for me, rare in this busy world.
UofU Patient
October 11, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
October 11, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Marks explained various choices for consideration and why.
UofU Patient
October 10, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr.Marx has been amazing throughout the multiple visits I've had with him. He's always in a great mood & makes sure I understand everything about what my care entails.
UofU Patient
October 09, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Had to do a two week regimen instead of just popping it and being done. Now I have to go back in to weeks
UofU Patient
October 08, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
The doctor explained everything very thoroughly and clearly, including options.
UofU Patient
October 04, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I really appreciated Dr Marx's approach. He quickly had a game plan to treat my issue and scheduled a follow to make sure the results are achieved.
UofU Patient
October 04, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Marx is awesome and I felt well taken care of during the surgery by him and his staff. Thanks to the nurses at the hospital, Melissa and others.
Douglas P. Marx, MD is the division chief of oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery at the John A. Moran Eye Center and is co-founder of the University of Utah Thyroid Eye Disease Program (UTED). 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
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
-
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, 2011 |
| Residency | Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine Ophthalmology Resident, 2009 |
| Internship | University of Utah School of Medicine Preliminary Medicine Intern, 2006 |
| Professional Medical | Georgetown University School of Medicine Medicine M.D., 2005 |
| Undergraduate | Brigham Young University Business Management B.S., 2001 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Matharu, Kanwal S MD Sweeney, Adam R MD Chvez-Barrios, Patricia MD Edmond, Jane C MD Marx, Douglas P MD Allen, Richard C MD, PhD Shah, Veeral S MD, PhD (2021). Novel Diagnosis of the Diffuse Variant of Infantile Orbital Fibromatosis. J Clin Neuroophthalmol, 41(3), 316-318.
- Moshirfar M, West WB Jr, Marx DP (2020). Face Mask-Associated Ocular Irritation and Dryness. Ophthalmol Ther, 9(3), 397-400.
- 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. Semin Plast Surg, 31(1), 58-64.
- Murri M, Hamill EB, Hauck MJ, Marx DP (2017). An Update on Lower Lid Blepharoplasty. Semin Plast Surg, 31(1), 46-50.
- Braun TL, Bhadkamkar MA, Jubbal KT, Weber AC, Marx DP (2017). Orbital Decompression for Thyroid Eye Disease. Semin Plast Surg, 31(1), 40-45.
- Huggins AB, Latting MW, Marx DP, Giacometti JN (2017). Ocular Adnexal Reconstruction for Cutaneous Periocular Malignancies. Semin Plast Surg, 31(1), 22-30.
- Latting MW, Huggins AB, Marx DP, Giacometti JN (2017). Clinical Evaluation of Blepharoptosis: Distinguishing Age-Related Ptosis from Masquerade Conditions. Semin Plast Surg, 31(1), 5-16.
- Marx DP (2017). Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Semin Plast Surg, 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. Ophthalmic 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. Ophthalmic 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. Ophthalmic 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. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg, 31(4), 303-5.
- Dailey RA, Marx DP, Ahn ES (2015). Porcine dermal collagen in lower eyelid retraction repair. Ophthalmic 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. Ophthalmic 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. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg, 29(2), e38-40.
- Varley CD, Gross ND, Marx DP, Winthrop KL (2011). Tuberculosis of the nasolacrimal duct. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg, 27(5), e129-31.
- Foroozan R, Marx DP, Evans RW (2008). Posterior ischemic optic neuropathy associated with migraine. Headache, 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. 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.