Luke O. Buchmann,
MD
Languages Spoken: English
Dr. Buchmann joined the Division of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Utah in 2008. He completed his residency at the University of Kansas, and a fellowship in Head & Neck Surgery and Microvascular Reconstruction at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Buchmann has published in numerous medical journals and serves on a national committee related to head and neck cancer. Dr. Buchmann's clinical practice involves the diagnosis and surgical management of head and neck neoplasms including those of the upper aerodigestive tract, salivary glands, thyroid and the neck. He has additional expertise in microvascular reconstruction following head and neck cancer surgery. Research interests include evaluating functional outcomes following head and neck cancer surgery including swallowing, quality of life outcomes, and the evaluation of patient levels of psychological distress surrounding their cancer diagnosis.
Dr. Buchmann enjoys skiing, mountain biking, hiking, backpacking, and camping. He and his wife have two wonderful children.
Clinical Locations
801-587-4566
Fax: (801) 585-7288
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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Associate Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Otolaryngology |
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
4.7/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.6/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.6/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.3/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.6/ 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
December 24, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very good
UofU Patient
December 19, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
The nurse practitioner was in contact with the physician and his residents came to view the issues personally. I always felt that the matter at hand was well documented and discussed with my sister's physician and the right decisions were being made.
UofU Patient
December 14, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
I met Dr. Buchmann in 2013 when he removed a tumor. One of the very best doctors I have ever dealt with. His personality with patients his wonderful as he explains everything in clear terms. Doctors like Dr. Buchmann is what makes Hunstman Cancer Institute the BEST!!!!
UofU Patient
November 21, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Would hightly recommend Huntsman
UofU Patient
November 14, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Staff exhibited care and knowledge
UofU Patient
October 31, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Buchman was very nice, informed and helpful. I feel very safe in his care!
UofU Patient
October 17, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Best care I have had.
UofU Patient
October 13, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Listened to my concerns and told me to check back if I had any concerns or problems.
UofU Patient
September 04, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Great
UofU Patient
September 04, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Things went great and I felt like my doctor really had my best interest and cared about me as a patient
UofU Patient
August 22, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Not one option was given.
UofU Patient
July 25, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Med student was awesome. Nursing staff was great. Doctor Buckmann was professional but lacked bed side manner. I did feel confident in his direction however.
UofU Patient
July 05, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Time with the Doctor was limited. I am reluctant to provide further account of the less positive aspects of the appointment. Not sure who gets this information. But it needs improvement.
UofU Patient
June 12, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
not to the stage of these last ones. Still waiting for a report from the surgical team about the procedures they recommend and when.
UofU Patient
June 11, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Excellent
UofU Patient
May 27, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Buchmann and his team demonstrated genuine concern and care for condition. they were kind, respectfully communicative, and compassionate.
UofU Patient
April 26, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr Buchmann was very good about answering all of our questions, explained his answers very well, and overall did a very good job of going thru how the surgery will be done, possible complications, and went over the entire process.......very happy with his time spent with us.
UofU Patient
April 10, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Buchmann seemed very preoccupied and seemed to think that my problem was not likely to turn out to be serious. He suggested that we have a biopsy in his office that day to avoid having to come back another day. It felt to me like he was not concerned with my problem and was anxious to resolve it quickly.
UofU Patient
March 05, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Buchmann provided me with the information that I was expecting to hear about. He listened to my questions and gave me answers that I could understand. I felt that he was concerned about me and my status to have as much recovery from my cancer as possible.
UofU Patient
February 26, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
loved the doctor
UofU Patient
February 08, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very thorough, informative, professional
UofU Patient
January 31, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very thorough. I appreciated that.
UofU Patient
November 14, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
very good!!
UofU Patient
September 06, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Buchmann was very clear in explaining our options and answering our questions.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Buchmann is very decisive and has taken good care of me. On this visit he seemed more intense than normal and communicated less than usual.
UofU Patient
August 11, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Went over step by step what they were doing and what they are going to do when results come back.
UofU Patient
July 31, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Buchman is one of the best, most caring specialists that I have dealt with. His entire staff is fantastic!
UofU Patient
July 17, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
no hay mala suerte experiencia el m?dico y su equipo de exeltismo nivel profesional y muy amables con el trato a hac?a el paciente
UofU Patient
June 08, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
The best care I have ever had, all my visits and hospital stay!! 5 stars!
UofU Patient
June 07, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr Buchmann is an Amazing doctor! I highly recommend him to anyone in my condition.
UofU Patient
May 10, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr Buchmann explained all of the possibilities very well prior to the surgery
UofU Patient
April 12, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
When I am asked thru these type of surveys I rarely give 100% rave reviews, if ever. in the case of HCI I make this as an exception. HCI is exceptional in all tegards
UofU Patient
April 04, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
good
UofU Patient
April 04, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very informative
UofU Patient
February 21, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Michelle didnt even remember why we needed to be seen or what wed had talked about at three last visit. Dr Buckman seemed to busy and we were an inconvenience to be done with. Nothing we discussed at or last visit happened as we were expecting. Robin was the most helpful of the entire visit.
UofU Patient
February 14, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
would have liked a little more information on what to expect. Maybe not knowing is as stressful as knowing. But Im so appreciative for all I have experienced at Huntsman.
UofU Patient
February 04, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very Poor experience. Doctor spent less than 1 minute doing a very basic, look at my pupils, look in my ears, say "ah", and he was done. 1 -2 minutes TOPS of doctor time. This is a cancer screening. This is a genetic test follow up. This is "BIG"... this isnt a "well check". Didnt say what labs were going to be run, didnt interpret last years labs. Didnt say what hes looking for with labs. Didnt say how much longer I need to do these cancer screenings. Didnt say if I need to come back next year. Didnt give any indication if Im "out of the woods" Very disappointing, and seriously considering not going back to visit with this doctor for this purpose, at this hospital in the future.
UofU Patient
February 03, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Buchmann was patient, kind and thorough in his explanation of findings and treatment options. The support team introductions and interviews were organized and I felt that I had contacts and information to help absorb this vast amount of information.
Dr. Buchmann joined the Division of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Utah in 2008. He completed his residency at the University of Kansas, and a fellowship in Head & Neck Surgery and Microvascular Reconstruction at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Buchmann has published in numerous medical journals and serves on a national committee related to head and neck cancer. Dr. Buchmann's clinical practice involves the diagnosis and surgical management of head and neck neoplasms including those of the upper aerodigestive tract, salivary glands, thyroid and the neck. He has additional expertise in microvascular reconstruction following head and neck cancer surgery. Research interests include evaluating functional outcomes following head and neck cancer surgery including swallowing, quality of life outcomes, and the evaluation of patient levels of psychological distress surrounding their cancer diagnosis.
Dr. Buchmann enjoys skiing, mountain biking, hiking, backpacking, and camping. He and his wife have two wonderful children.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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Associate Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Otolaryngology |
Education History
| Fellowship | Medical University of South Carolina Head & Neck Surgery Fellow, 2008 |
| Residency | University of Kansas Otolaryngology Resident, 2007 |
| Internship | University of Missouri, Kansas City General Surgery Intern, 2003 |
| Professional Medical | MCP Hahnemann University School of Medicine Medicine M.D., 2002 |
| Graduate Training | Allegheny University of the Health Sciences Science Master's, 1998 |
| Undergraduate | University of Colorado - Boulder Geography B.A., 1994 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Carpenter P, McCrary HC, Aylward A, Cerrati E, Hunt JP, Buchmann LO, Cannon RB (2021). Penetrating Trauma Rapid Estimated Disability Scale: Assessing Facial Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wounds. Facial Plast Surg Aesthet Med, 23(6), 455-459.
- Highland J, Aylward A, Do O, Monroe M, Buchmann L (2021). Trust in physicians among patients with head and neck cancer before and after treatment. Head Neck, 43(9), 2580-2588.
- Greenberg SE, Holman R, Kohlmann W, Buchmann L, Naumer A (2021). Paraganglioma and other tumour detection rates in individuals with SDHx pathogenic variants by age of diagnosis and after the age of 50. Clin Endocrinol (Oxf), 95(3), 447-452.
- Dos Santos HT, Nam K, Hunt JP, Buchmann LO, Monroe MM, Baker OJ (2022). SPM Receptor Expression and Localization in Irradiated Salivary Glands. J Histochem Cytochem, 69(8), 523-534.
- Greenberg SE, Jacobs MF, Wachtel H, Anson A, Buchmann L, Cohen DL, Bonanni M, Bennett B, Naumer A, Schaefer AM, Kohlmann W, Nathanson KL, Else T, Fishbein L (2020). Tumor detection rates in screening of individuals with SDHx-related hereditary paraganglioma-pheochromocytoma syndrome. Genet Med, 22(12), 2101-2107.
- Aylward A, Park J, Abdelaziz S, Hunt JP, Buchmann LO, Cannon RB, Rowe K, Snyder J, Deshmukh V, Newman M, Wan Y, Fraser A, Smith K, Lloyd S, Hitchcock Y, Hashibe M, Monroe MM (2020). Individualized prediction of late-onset dysphagia in head and neck cancer survivors. Head Neck, 42(4), 708-718.
- McCrary HC, Cannon RB, Buchmann LO (2019). Some Considerations in Treating Malignant Head and Neck Paragangliomas-Reply. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 146(2), 210-211.
- Aylward A, Abdelaziz S, Hunt JP, Buchmann LO, Cannon RB, Lloyd S, Hitchcock Y, Hashibe M, Monroe MM (2019). Rates of Dysphagia-Related Diagnoses in Long-Term Survivors of Head and Neck Cancers. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 161(4), 643-651.
- Riba MB, Donovan KA, Andersen B, Braun I, Breitbart WS, Brewer BW, Buchmann LO, Clark MM, Collins M, Corbett C, Fleishman S, Garcia S, Greenberg DB, Handzo RGF, Hoofring L, Huang CH, Lally R, Martin S, McGuffey L, Mitchell W, Morrison LJ, Pailler M, Palesh O, Parnes F, Pazar JP, Ralston L, Salman J, Shannon-Dudley MM, Valentine AD, McMillian NR, Darlow SD (2019). Distress Management, Version 3.2019, NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology. J Natl Compr Canc Netw, 17(10), 1229-1249.
- McCrary HC, Babajanian E, Calquin M, Carpenter P, Casazza G, Naumer A, Greenberg S, Kohlmann W, Cannon R, Monroe MM, Hunt JP, Buchmann L (2019). Characterization of Malignant Head and Neck Paragangliomas at a Single Institution Across Multiple Decades. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 145(7), 641-646.
- Cannon RB, Kull AJ, Carpenter PS, Francis S, Buchmann LO, Monroe MM, Lloyd S, Hitchcock YJ, Cannon D, Weis JR, Houlton JJ, Hunt JP (2019). Adjuvant radiation for positive margins in adult head and neck sarcomas is associated with improved survival: Analysis of the National Cancer Database. Head Neck, 41(6), 1873-1879.
- Maruyama CL, Monroe MM, Hunt JP, Buchmann L, Baker OJ (2018). Comparing human and mouse salivary glands: A practice guide for salivary researchers. Oral Dis, 25(2), 403-415.
- Carpenter PS, Shepherd HM, McCrary H, Torrecillas V, Kull A, Hunt JP, Monroe MM, Buchmann LO, Cannon RB (2018). Association of Celecoxib Use With Decreased Opioid Requirements After Head and Neck Cancer Surgery With Free Tissue Reconstruction. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 144(11), 988-994.
- Cannon RB, Shepherd HM, McCrary H, Carpenter PS, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP, Houlton JJ, Monroe MM (2018). Association of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act With Insurance Coverage for Head and Neck Cancer in the SEER Database. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 144(11), 1052-1057.
- Torrecillas V, Shepherd HM, Francis S, Buchmann LO, Monroe MM, Lloyd S, Cannon D, Hitchcock YJ, Weis JR, Hunt JP, Houlton JJ, Cannon RB (2018). Adjuvant radiation for T1-2N1 oral cavity cancer survival outcomes and utilization treatment trends: Analysis of the SEER database. Oral Oncol, 85, 1-7.
- Cannon RB, Carpenter PS, Boothe D, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP, Lloyd S, Hitchcock YJ, Houlton JJ, Weis JR, Shepherd HM, Monroe MM (2018). Academic Facility Utilization and Survival Outcomes in Adult Head and Neck Sarcomas: An NCDB Analysis. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 159(3), 473-483.
- Monroe MM, Hashibe M, Orb Q, Alt J, Buchmann L, Hunt J, Cannon-Albright LA (2017). Familial clustering of oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma in the Utah population. Head Neck, 40(2), 384-393.
- Nam K, Maruyama CL, Trump BG, Buchmann L, Hunt JP, Monroe MM, Baker OJ (2016). Post-Irradiated Human Submandibular Glands Display High Collagen Deposition, Disorganized Cell Junctions, and an Increased Number of Adipocytes. J Histochem Cytochem, 64(6), 343-52.
- Buchmann L, Ashby S, Cannon RB, Hunt JP (2015). Psychosocial distress in patients with thyroid cancer. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 152(4), 644-9.
- Givens DJ, Buchmann LO, Park AH (2015). A novel surgical management of hypopharyngeal branchial anomalies. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol, 79(4), 579-83.
- Givens DJ, Buchmann LO, Agarwal AM, Grimmer JF, Hunt JP (2014). BRAF V600E does not predict aggressive features of pediatric papillary thyroid carcinoma. Laryngoscope, 124(9), E389-93.
- Van Buren N, Buchmann L, Gurgel R, Shelton C (2014). Giant cell granuloma of the temporal bone. Otol Neurotol, 35(7), e211-2.
- Jasperson KW, Kohlmann W, Gammon A, Slack H, Buchmann L, Hunt J, Kirchhoff AC, Baskin H, Shaaban A, Schiffman JD (2013). Role of rapid sequence whole-body MRI screening in SDH-associated hereditary paraganglioma families. Fam Cancer, 13(2), 257-65.
- Oakley GM, Curtin K, Layfield L, Jarboe E, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP (2014). Increased melanoma risk in individuals with papillary thyroid carcinoma. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 140(5), 423-7.
- Oakley GM, Curtin K, Pimentel R, Buchmann L, Hunt J (2013). Establishing a familial basis for papillary thyroid carcinoma using the Utah Population Database. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 139(11), 1171-4.
- Buchmann LO, Wiggins RH, Gurgel RK, Hunt JP (2013). Skin cancers of the external auditory canal. Facial Plast Surg, 29(5), 384-8.
- Hunt JP, Florell SR, Buchmann LO (2013). Rare skin malignancies of the head and neck: a review. Facial Plast Surg, 29(5), 389-93.
- Patel R, Buchmann LO, Hunt J (2013). The Use of the Temporoparietal Fascial Flap in Preventing CSF Leak after Lateral Skull Base Surgery. J Neurol Surg B Skull Base, 74(5), 311-6.
- Agarwal J, Powers K, Pappas L, Buchmann L, Anderson L, Gauchay L, Rich A (2013). Correlates of elevated distress thermometer scores in breast cancer patients. Support Care Cancer, 21(8), 2125-36.
- Buchmann L, Conlee J, Hunt J, Agarwal J, White S (2013). Psychosocial distress is prevalent in head and neck cancer patients. Laryngoscope, 123(6), 1424-9.
- Holland JC, Andersen B, Breitbart WS, Buchmann LO, Compas B, Deshields TL, Dudley MM, Fleishman S, Fulcher CD, Greenberg DB, Greiner CB, Handzo GF, Hoofring L, Hoover C, Jacobsen PB, Kvale E, Levy MH, Loscalzo MJ, McAllister-Black R, Mechanic KY, Palesh O, Pazar JP, Riba MB, Roper K, Valentine AD, Wagner LI, Zevon MA, McMillian NR, Freedman-Cass DA (2013). Distress management. J Natl Compr Canc Netw, 11(2), 190-209.
- Warren FM 3rd, McCool RR, Hunt JO, Hu N, Ng PP, Buchmann LP, Shelton C (2011). Preoperative embolization of the inferior petrosal sinus in surgery for glomus jugulare tumors. Otol Neurotol, 32(9), 1538-41.
- Montejo ME, Shrieve DC, Bentz BG, Hunt JP, Buchman LO, Agarwal N, Hitchcock YJ (December 2011). IMRT With Simultaneous Integrated Boost and Concurrent Chemotherapy for Locoregionally Advanced Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Head and Neck. PMID 21167654. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys, 81(5), e845-52.
- Hunt JP, Buchmann LO, Wang L, Abraham D (2011). An analysis of factors predicting lateral cervical nodal metastases in papillary carcinoma of the thyroid. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 137(11), 1141-5.
- Hunt JP, Wilson M, Buchmann LO (2011). Chylothorax associated with substernal goiter treated with transcervical thyroidectomy. Thyroid, 21(5), 551-3.
- Jarboe EA, Willis M, Bentz B, Buchmann L, Hunt J, Ellis G, Layfield L (2011). Detection of human papillomavirus using hybrid capture 2 in oral brushings from patients with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma. Am J Clin Pathol, 135(5), 766-9.
- Harvey RJ, Shelton W, Timperley D, Debnath NI, Byrd K, Buchmann L, Gallagher RM, Orlandi RR, Sacks R, Schlosser RJ (2010). Using fixed anatomical landmarks in endoscopic skull base surgery. Am J Rhinol Allergy, 24(4), 301-5.
- Harvey RJ, Pitzer G, Nissman DB, Buchmann L, Rumboldt Z, Day T, Schlosser RJ (2009). PET/CT in the assessment of previously treated skull base malignancies. Head Neck, 32(1), 76-84.
- Buchmann L, Larsen C, Pollack A, Tawfik O, Sykes K, Hoover LA (2006). Endoscopic techniques in resection of anterior skull base/paranasal sinus malignancies. Laryngoscope, 116(10), 1749-54.
- Buchmann L, Emami A, Wei JL (2005). Primary head and neck Langerhans cell histiocytosis in children. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 135(2), 312-7.
- Eisen MD, Buchmann L, Litman RS, Kennedy DW (2002). Inverted papilloma of the sphenoid sinus presenting with auditory symptoms: a report of two cases. Laryngoscope, 112(7 Pt 1), 1197-200.
Book Chapter
- Day T, Buchmann L, Rumboldt Z (2010). Primary Neoplasms of the Neck. Part 6. Section 6. Chapter 118. In Robbins KT (Ed.), Cummings Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (5th, 2, pp. 1656-1672). Philadelphia: Elsevier.
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