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Languages Spoken: English

Luke Martin, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Utah. His clinic practice includes cancers of the colon and rectum, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, pelvic floor dysfunction, and other problems of the lower gastrointestinal tract and anus. He has an interest in the use of minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques. He believes in providing individualized, holistic care that begins with what matters most to each person. He enjoys discussing the range of treatment options available and includes each patient in the decision-making process.

Dr. Martin graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning a degree in economics. Following medical school at the McGovern School of Medicine in the Texas Medical Center, he completed General Surgery residency at the University of Utah which included two years of dedicated research time. He then completed a Colon and Rectal Surgery fellowship at the University of Minnesota.

Outside of the hospital, he enjoys spending time in the mountains with his wife and two dogs. They enjoy trail running, skate-skiing, canyoneering, camping, and fishing.

PRACTICE LOCATIONS: Huntsman Cancer Institute, University of Utah Hospital, Sugarhouse Health Center

Clinical Locations

Huntsman Cancer Hospital
Clinic 2B, GI Oncology

1950 Circle of Hope
Salt Lake City, UT  84112
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Sugar House Health Center

801-581-2000

1280 E. Stringham Avenue
Salt Lake City, UT  84106
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University Hospital
General Surgery, Area E

50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City, UT  84132
E-15

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Specialties

  • Colon and Rectal Cancer
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Fecal Incontinence
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Ileostomy
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease/Crohn's/Ulcerative Colitis
  • Minimally Invasive Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • Pelvic Organ Prolapse
  • Polyposis (FAP)
  • Prolapse
  • Robotic Surgery
  • Surgery, General

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Surgery - Assistant Professor (Clinical)
Academic Divisions General Surgery
Board Certification American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery
National Board of Medical Examiners

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.

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Likelihood of recommending care provider

4.8/ 5

Care provider's explanation of condition/problem

4.9/ 5

Care provider's effort to include me in decisions

4.8/ 5

Wait time at clinic

4.7/ 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 November 25, 2022
Huntsman Cancer Institute

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin is a skilled practitioner who prioritizes your quality of life and includes you in decision making.

UofU Patient November 24, 2022
University Hospital

5 out of 5 stars

I have already recommended Dr Martin with the drs on hill afb about his quality of care and excellence of his work

UofU Patient November 22, 2022
University Hospital

5 out of 5 stars

Couldn't have expected more.

UofU Patient November 18, 2022
Huntsman Cancer Institute

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin listened to what I had to say. Shared all my questions. He made me feel very comfortable in the decision we made together as a team

UofU Patient November 18, 2022
Huntsman Cancer Institute

5 out of 5 stars

We recommend him to everyone we know and tell people how well we are treated at Huntsman. The treatment plan was very different from what our original doctors/PA proposed. It made sense and has been very effective.

UofU Patient November 13, 2022
University Hospital

3 out of 5 stars

I travel to come to see this doctor and I felt I could of did a zoom call instead of seeing me in person. It would of saved me $160 for hotel and gas and a 4 hour drive. He talked to me for 5 minutes and prescribed me a antibiotic he could of easily find over the phone or zoom. Other then that great

UofU Patient October 23, 2022
University Hospital

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin is amazing and the only reason I put myself through hell getting to this building. He care about his patients.

UofU Patient September 27, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin is amazing and I have already referred him to a friend and a family member.

UofU Patient September 25, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin is caring and attentive. Just wonderful

UofU Patient August 31, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

I love many of my doctors at U of U. Dr. Martin is at the top!! He is so kind, compassionate and sincere a wonderful person and incredible doctor!!

UofU Patient August 14, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

I learned so much from Dr. Luke Martin! He is a great listener and addressed my issues perfectly to my satisfaction.

UofU Patient July 24, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin was a commensurate professional. He took the time to go over all of my questions and explained my procedure to me. I am glad that Dr, Martin was my physician and felt that I received great care and great follow up. I forgot his resident's name, but he was excellent as well. I really appreciate the good service and the straight explanations.

UofU Patient July 21, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin is one of my top three out of my 10 U of U providers. He's always cheerful, quick, and explains everything very well.

UofU Patient July 19, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Great explanations of surgeries possible.

UofU Patient June 27, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin and his assistant/nurses were wonderful. I would definitely recommend Dr. Martin to my friends and family.

UofU Patient June 06, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Doctor lLuke Martin is an excellent doctor, knowledgeable, carrying, he explained every procedure, gave me a good advice to continue tre atment at home, he is one of the Best.

UofU Patient June 03, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Luke Martin has taken excellent care of me since I arrived by ambulance on [DATE REMOVED]. This was my final post op.

UofU Patient May 17, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Out of my 5 specialists at U of U, Dr. Martin is in the top two of my favorites. He's very personable and professional. I appreciate that he listens to all concerns I have on pain and effectiveness on my treatments. He adjusts his techniques to make them more comfortable and less painful for me.

UofU Patient May 15, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin is an exceptional care provider. Not only is he knowledgeable and highly skilled, he's empathetic enough to know how to communicate effectively with patients.

UofU Patient May 06, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

We've never received better medical care with more access to the doctors. Dr Martin is always personable and very well informed about my medical conditions.

UofU Patient May 06, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Simply amazed at the way I was cared for, how there wasn't a lack of empathy, and the detailed information given to me was thorough and helped me feel comfort in proceeding with getting my health needs fixed.

UofU Patient May 01, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin is very kind and polite. I love his relaxed demeanor and that helps patients like me feel calmer and more relaxed. He's wonderful!!!

UofU Patient March 25, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin and all his students and residents have been excellent.

UofU Patient March 25, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

We were amazed at Dr Martin's knowledge and honest assessment of my condition. We could not have imagined a better experience. He checked with the scheduling and insurance coverage. He understood our concerns and reassured us about every stage of the process.

UofU Patient March 13, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

I was pleased with all my care with everyone involved! Dr Martin was great! We have a relative that see's Dr Martin & he told me we'd love Dr Martin. He was right on, we do!

UofU Patient February 07, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

I feel the team that is going to be doing surgery on me are the best there can be

UofU Patient January 09, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin is a caring, professional and compassionate surgeon. I was very impressed with his knowledge and how well he listened to my concerns and offered suggestions. He never pressured and took the time to answer every question I had. He was very helpful and made me feel very comfortable with his skills and expertise.

UofU Patient December 17, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Left feeling blessed

UofU Patient November 26, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Martin was very informative and showed concern and kindness for my condition. He explained the treatment in detail and answered all my questions.

Luke Martin, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Utah. His clinic practice includes cancers of the colon and rectum, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, pelvic floor dysfunction, and other problems of the lower gastrointestinal tract and anus. He has an interest in the use of minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques. He believes in providing individualized, holistic care that begins with what matters most to each person. He enjoys discussing the range of treatment options available and includes each patient in the decision-making process.

Dr. Martin graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning a degree in economics. Following medical school at the McGovern School of Medicine in the Texas Medical Center, he completed General Surgery residency at the University of Utah which included two years of dedicated research time. He then completed a Colon and Rectal Surgery fellowship at the University of Minnesota.

Outside of the hospital, he enjoys spending time in the mountains with his wife and two dogs. They enjoy trail running, skate-skiing, canyoneering, camping, and fishing.

PRACTICE LOCATIONS: Huntsman Cancer Institute, University of Utah Hospital, Sugarhouse Health Center

Academic Locations

School of Medicine

30 N 1900 E
3B-110
Salt Lake City, UT  84132

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Surgery - Assistant Professor (Clinical)
Academic Divisions General Surgery
Board Certification American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery
National Board of Medical Examiners

Education History

Fellowship University of Minnesota Medical School
Colon & Rectal Surgery
Administrative Fellow, 2020
Residency University of Utah School of Medicine
General Surgery
Administrative Chief Resident, 2019
Residency University of Utah School of Medicine
General Surgery
Resident, 2018
Residency University of Utah School of Medicine
General Surgery
Research Resident, 2017
Professional Medical University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School
Medicine
M.D., 2012
Undergraduate University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Major: Economics; Minors: Chemistry & Entrepreneurship
B.A., 2008

Selected Publications - Journal Articles

Journal Article

  1. Williams CR, Jellison A, Martin L, Zhang C, Presson AP, Kraiss LW, Brooke BS (2018). Optimal medical management before lower extremity bypass for claudication in the veteran population. J Vasc Surg, 69(2), 545-554.
  2. Martin LA, Kilpatrick JA, Al-Dulaimi R, Mone MC, Tonna JE, Barton RG, Brooke BS (2018). Predicting ICU readmission among surgical ICU patients: Development and validation of a clinical nomogram. Surgery, 165(2), 373-380.
  3. Martin L, Peche W, Peterson K, Wan Y, Chan S, Morton R, Zhang C, Presson AP, Hotaling J (2017). Population Based Paternity Rate and Partner Birth Outcomes Among Utah Men With Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Am J Gastroenterol, 112(11), 1722-1727.
  4. Martin L, Langell J (2017). Improving on-time surgical starts: the impact of implementing pre-OR timeouts and performance pay. J Surg Res, 219, 222-225.
  5. Martin L, Mullaney S, Peche W, Peterson K, Chan S, Morton R, Wan Y, Zhang C, Presson AP, Emery B, Aston K, Jenkins T, Carrell D, Hotaling J (2017). Population-based Semen Analysis Results and Fertility Among Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Results From Subfertility Health Assisted Reproduction and the Environment (SHARE) Study. Urology, 107, 114-119.
  6. Martin L, Presson AP, Zhang C, Ray D, Finlayson S, Glasgow R (2017). Association between surgical patient satisfaction and nonmodifiable factors. J Surg Res, 214, 247-253.
  7. Martin LA, Finlayson SRG, Brooke BS (2017). Patient Preparation for Transitions of Surgical Care: Is Failing to Prepare Surgical Patients Preparing Them to Fail? World J Surg, 41(6), 1447-1453.
  8. Martin L, Seton G, Aldred B, Hopkins P, Chan J, Heilbrun ME, Mone M, Scaife C, Peche W (2016). When body mass index fails to measure up: perinephric and periumbilical fat as predictors of operative risk. Am J Surg, 212(6), 1039-1046.
  9. Martin LA, Gross ME, Mone MC, Whiting CK, Hansen HJ, Mecham EM, Peche W, Scaife CL (2015). Routine endoscopic surveillance for local recurrence of rectal cancer is futile. Am J Surg, 210(6), 996-1001; discussion 1001-2.
  10. Martin LA, Fischer UM, Robinson E, Ko TC (2012). Gallstone ileus ten days after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Am Surg, 78(5), E292-4.
  11. Martin LA 4th, Fischer UM, Potts JR, Ko TC (2012). Spontaneous gallbladder perforation in acalculous hemorrhagic cholecystitis. Am Surg, 78(1), E8-9.

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