Marissa B. Larochelle,
MD
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Dr. Larochelle is Academic Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at the John A. Moran Eye Center and specializes in cataract surgery as well as the diagnosis and management of patients with infectious and inflammatory conditions of the eye. She utilizes the latest medical and surgical treatment to care for patients with ocular disease. Dr. Larochelle believes in a collaborative approach, working with rheumatologists, pediatricians, and internists to ensure uveitis patients receive optimum care.
Dr. Larochelle received her medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine, Burlington, Vermont and completed a residency at the University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado. She completed a fellowship in Uveitis and Ocular Immunology at the Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
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
4.5/ 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
October 20, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. LaRochelle has been a stellar partner in care for over 1.5 years. Good listener, open to ideas, thoughtful about treatment plans and exhibits a genuine sense of care.
UofU Patient
October 08, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Larochelle was very attentive, caring, and had great concern for me. She took time to ask and answer questions
UofU Patient
September 30, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
There was no proposed treatment required.
UofU Patient
September 27, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Great staff
UofU Patient
September 23, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Very good
UofU Patient
September 19, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
The clinic and Dr LaRochelle provided excellent follow up on my post exam questions.
UofU Patient
September 15, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Absolutely I'm recommending this wonderful place to everyone
UofU Patient
September 15, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Larochelle has been more attentive and informative to me than any other providers at the U of U eye clinics. I greatly appreciate her concerns for my health.
UofU Patient
September 07, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Love them all thank you so much
UofU Patient
September 03, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
I wish that I would have asked more questions. I still don't know what is going to happen with my eyes...The Doctor was thorough and very knowledgeable with her expertise. But I would love to have another chat. I just need to have my mind set at ease.
UofU Patient
September 01, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Larochelle was a good listener and explained things well
UofU Patient
August 31, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Larochelle was very professional and explained everything to me in detail.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Very pleased with Dr Larochelle. Answered all questions with confidence, professionalism and unhurried.
UofU Patient
August 22, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Larochelle is the best.
UofU Patient
August 22, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Larochelle listened to my questions and concerns, taking time to discuss and answer those questions and provided additional information so I can make the best choice for my eyes
UofU Patient
August 18, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Everything went fine
UofU Patient
August 12, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Great doctor!!
UofU Patient
August 04, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent
UofU Patient
July 14, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Larochelle is terrific. I have great confidence in her care.
UofU Patient
July 11, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Larochelle was excellent. She explained how the surgery would work, discussed options for treatment, and left me feeling confident about having the procedure done.
UofU Patient
July 01, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr larochelle is a wonderful dr and a pleasure to work with.
UofU Patient
June 28, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Routine exam. No problems.
UofU Patient
June 27, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Doctor and assistant very knowledgeable and communicative.
UofU Patient
June 25, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Larochelle is terrific.
UofU Patient
June 19, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr was not involved in providing care for this visit for measurements. The nurse/technician that did the measurements was good
UofU Patient
June 09, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Thank goodness I have found De LaRochelle and the entire team
UofU Patient
May 23, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
I was referred to her 2 years ago as a specialist to deal with a puzzling eye problem, this was simply a follow up. I had already been well informed of what I needed to know. It did feel a little like she hadn't reviewed her notes before seeing me as I needed to remind her of details
UofU Patient
May 16, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
A little unsure about the end result that was hoped. How the next test helps the final outcome
UofU Patient
May 12, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. LaRochelle is awesome!
UofU Patient
May 10, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
April 23, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent
UofU Patient
April 16, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Again, I was very impressed with Dr. La Rochelle. She is compassionately direct & privately & professionally concerned about her patient.
UofU Patient
April 16, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
All good. I appreciate that the appointment wasn't rushed, that Dr. Larochelle took the time to explain several relevant treatment options, and she recommended the simplest to start.
UofU Patient
April 12, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr larochell has taken care of me for several years. Wonderful dr.
UofU Patient
April 11, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Larochelle is great!
UofU Patient
April 05, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Honestly the doctor made me feel informed and educated. Nice as heck really to the point when she let me know that due to my insurance coverage I may have to go through someone else I got disappointed. Ended up she Is going to be the doctor through the whole process or getting my eye taken care of. Really felt like I'm gonna be taken care properly.
UofU Patient
April 05, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
I believe that Dr. Larochelle was very concerned about my overall eye health. She answered several questions that I had and thoroughly examined my eyes.
UofU Patient
April 04, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
All good
UofU Patient
March 30, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr LaRochelle has been my eye dr for several years.she is first class in every respect
UofU Patient
March 22, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
My catarac surgery improved my vision more than I anticipated. I'm very satisfied with the outcome
UofU Patient
March 11, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
All was very good
UofU Patient
March 10, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Yes competent
UofU Patient
March 10, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Excellent doctor
UofU Patient
March 04, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
The PA/Physician team worked well together. I am very confident in their diagnosis and proposed treatment. Both very personable and professional.
UofU Patient
February 28, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. LaRochelle was knowledgeable and explained things clearly. She took the time to help me understand how often to follow up with care and what that would look like.
UofU Patient
February 27, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Seemed hurried?
UofU Patient
February 23, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Best Doctor ever! I know the care I get is the best. Seattle doctor could learn a thing or two LOL
UofU Patient
February 17, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
There great!
UofU Patient
February 15, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
If I could give a 10 instead of 5 I would.
UofU Patient
February 13, 2022
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
I enjoy the best team for my care
Dr. Larochelle is Academic Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at the John A. Moran Eye Center and specializes in cataract surgery as well as the diagnosis and management of patients with infectious and inflammatory conditions of the eye. She utilizes the latest medical and surgical treatment to care for patients with ocular disease. Dr. Larochelle believes in a collaborative approach, working with rheumatologists, pediatricians, and internists to ensure uveitis patients receive optimum care.
Dr. Larochelle received her medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine, Burlington, Vermont and completed a residency at the University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado. She completed a fellowship in Uveitis and Ocular Immunology at the Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
Education History
| Fellowship | John Moran Eye Center, University of Utah School of Medicine Uveitis Fellow, 2017 |
| Residency | University of Colorado Ophthalmology Resident, 2016 |
| Internship | Palmetto Health Richland/University of South Carolina Internal Medicine Intern, 2013 |
| Professional Medical | University of Vermont College of Medicine Medicine M.D., 2012 |
| Undergraduate | University of Richmond Spanish B.A., 2007 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Hu KS, Vitale AT, Shakoor A, Larochelle M, Sassalos T, Elner SG, Jayasundera T, Conrady CD (2021). Pyramidal Inflammatory Deposits of the Retinal Pigment Epithelium and Outer Retina in Ocular Syphilis. Ophthalmol Retina.
- Larochelle RD, Larochelle MB, Aung YY, Linn, T, Heiden D, Vitale A (2020). Bilateral Placoid Choroiditis in an HIV-Positive Patient With Cryptococcus neoformans Meningitis and Disseminated Cryptococcal Disease. 4(6), 530-533.
- Conrady CD, Hanson KE, Mehra S, Carey A, Larochelle M, Shakoor A (2018). The First Case of Trypanosoma cruzi-Associated Retinitis in an Immunocompromised Host Diagnosed With Pan-Organism Polymerase Chain Reaction. Clin Infect Dis, 67(1), 141-143.
- Conrady CD, Larochelle M, Pecen P, Palestine A, Shakoor A, Singh A (2018). Checkpoint inhibitor-induced uveitis: a case series. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol, 256(1), 187-191.
- Hu WF, Etheridge T, Larochelle MB (). Use of Intracameral Tissue Plasminogen Activator During Cataract Surgery in Patients with Uveitis (manuscript in process). (Epub ahead of print) JAMA Ophthalmol.
Video/Film/CD/Web/Podcast
- Larochelle MB (2022). "Autoimmune Diseases" [Web]. Women's Eye Health website: Women's Eye Health website. Available: https://w-e-h.org.