Luke Martin,
MD
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
Clinic 2B, GI Oncology
801-581-2000
General Surgery, Area E
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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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.
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
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
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
Couldn't have expected more.
UofU Patient
November 18, 2022
Huntsman Cancer Institute
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
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
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
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
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
Dr. Martin is caring and attentive. Just wonderful
UofU Patient
August 31, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
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
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
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
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
Great explanations of surgeries possible.
UofU Patient
June 27, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Dr. Martin and all his students and residents have been excellent.
UofU Patient
March 25, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
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
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
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
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
Left feeling blessed
UofU Patient
November 26, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
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
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Martin LA, Fischer UM, Robinson E, Ko TC (2012). Gallstone ileus ten days after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Am Surg, 78(5), E292-4.
- Martin LA 4th, Fischer UM, Potts JR, Ko TC (2012). Spontaneous gallbladder perforation in acalculous hemorrhagic cholecystitis. Am Surg, 78(1), E8-9.