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Dorothy L. Williams
( out of 77 reviews )

Dorothy L. Williams, MD, PhD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

Imaging & Neurosciences Center

729 Arapeen Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84108

Specialties

Board Certification

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

Patient Rating

4.9 /5
( out of 77 reviews )

The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.


2026-03-15
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

She gets right down to the point why you're there for the help

2026-01-25
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Friendly, great listener, asked questions I've never been asked before trying to understand my situation. Highly recommend.

2026-01-24
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams continues to take my life in her hands and makes it possible for me to live in it everyday. When I started seeing her, my migraines and headaches were so bad, at one point I didn't think I could live anymore. She is the Queen of Headaches!! She creates a comfortable environment for every appointment making it possible to focus on my needs. She is truly an angel in my life, and I don't say that lightly. I travel from Sedona, AZ to see her and will continue to do so.

2026-01-14
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is a great provider. She is caring and you can count on her to tell you like it is. My headaches have greatly reduced under her care and I have medication when a migraine occurs. I recommend her highly.

2025-12-24
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is amazing! She knows everything about migraine treatment and prevention options. I've gone from needing the ER multiple times a month to not going at all while in her care. Highly recommend.

2025-11-10
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams is an exceptional physician. She truly listens and hears your concerns. She was very thorough in her exam and taking patient history. She treated me with kindness and respect and was very understanding with my concerns.

2025-11-09
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Friendly, competent, and listens.

2025-11-04
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams cares and listens to her patients. She goes over and beyond any other doctor I have ever had.

2025-10-28
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is amazing in all aspects!!

2025-10-14
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams listens to my concerns and takes them into consideration. I'm truly grateful to of found her for my Neurologist.

2025-10-04
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams is great. She asks good questions to thoroughly understand the issue, explains rational for the treatment she recommends and always asks if there is anything else we need to address before ending the visit. She's very knowledgeable about migraines and has helped me so much.

2025-09-15
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is very knowledgeable, responsive, and thorough. A good choice for someone needing a neurologist.

2025-09-10
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Excellent

2025-08-11
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Respectful. Knowledgeable. Studied my medical history prior to my appointment Great medical advice. .

2025-08-04
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams cares so much about her patients. She listens to and explains things well. She is kind and includes me in the medical decisions that have to be made. She is a gem of a doctor.

2025-07-07
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

One of the best

2025-06-02
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

I would recommend her to everyone. She is very knowledgable and kind. I always leave feeling that I was listened to and my concerns were addressed.

2025-05-04
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

See my earlier description of what has been a positive impact fot me in her clinic.

2025-04-20
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams is incredible. She is both knowledgeable and caring. I highly recommend her to anyone who suffers from migraines.

2025-04-16
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Would certainly recommend Dr. Williams; she is great at providing well rounded care.

2025-03-27
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams truly cares about listening to her patients and getting to the bottom of the issues. She is amazing as well as her entire staff.

2025-03-09
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is amazing at providing the care the will benefit me the most. I recommend her any and every chance I get.

2025-02-03
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

She is the best doctor I have ever had. Very concerned and listens to me

2024-11-04
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams listens and respects her patients. She is willing to try different treatments to help. She is the greatest gift in a doctor

2024-10-29
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

What a wonderful person! So knowledgeable and kind. I feel like I'm in good hands.

2024-10-14
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Vauled professional

2024-09-18
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Very professional and personable. I feel that Dr. Williams sincerely cares and pushes me to be pro-active in my own care when she feels that I have that capacity.

2024-07-22
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Caring, competent,

2024-06-22
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams listens well, explains things clearly and in detail and is very good at what she does.

2024-06-15
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Solo se preocupa por ponerle a uno el Botox de migraña y no en un cuidado para que una pueda tener una calidad de vida cuando padece de migraña crónica

2024-06-03
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is the best! She is extremely knowledgeable & really cares about you!

2024-05-20
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

I thought she explained things very well and seemed very knowledgeable

2024-05-19
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Great diagnostition, knowledgable, professional

2024-05-18
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is one of the best physicians I have ever had treatment from. If you are looking for a physician who will take the time to figure out the root cause of your problems and genuinely cares about your health, Dr. Williams is the Neurologist you need to see. She has really been a beacon of light in a hopeless situation for me. I am so thankful for her insight and concern for my health.

2024-05-06
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

One of the best doctors I've ever had. She is so kind. I get very patient centered.care.

2024-04-27
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Dorothy Williams is the best. She's professional, knowledgeable, and definitely great at what she does. I've been her patient for many years (even before she joined the staff at the U of U), and have always felt validated and that my health is her priority. She definitely is a keeper!

2024-04-21
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

I am so grateful to have Dr Dorothy Williams as my care provider. She is thorough and takes time to explain everything in an easy way to comprehend. You feel very well cared for after seeing her. She never rushed you. I highly recommend her.

2024-04-01
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is amazing and was the only doctor to have helped me after, I had experienced chronic migraines for approximately 18 years, prior to seeing her!

2024-02-27
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is truly ? truly the "Queen of Headaches". She has the experience behind everything she does. She is very protective, she wants to make sure you are doing well and there is nothing making your symptoms worse in her care. Hands down, the best doctor I've ever?had.

2024-02-24
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Very good care and felt comfortable about the correct diagnosis and treatment going forward.

2024-02-04
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is a great listener. She's provided several ideas that have become effective strategies for gaining control over my condition.

2024-01-30
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams cares about her patients and is willing to try different avenues of treatment to help us live healthier fuller lives

2024-01-28
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Best doctor ever!

2024-01-28
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

I thought she was very professional and caring, and answered all my questions so I could understand them

2024-01-28
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams is excellent. She's organized, thorough, asks great questions, and has helped me immensely with managing my chronic migraines.

2024-01-22
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams has been very thoughtful and inclusive in my care! Would certainly recommend her!

2023-12-10
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is a very superb Dr, im very satisfied and very happy to have her as my doctor.

2023-11-12
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams was caring, knowledgeable and helpful. She is tenacious and keeps searching for the best way to help me solve my issues. I love her dearly. She has made a positive difference in my life.

2023-11-12
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

She really cares about him.

2023-11-10
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

She was so kind and incredibly knowledgeable.

2023-10-22
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Very competent and caring.

2023-10-01
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

I've been a patient of Dr. Williams for 12 years. I followed her to the University because she has taken such great care of me over the years. Dr. Williams always takes time to listen to my concerns. She cares about her patients and will always ensure they receive the best care possible. I'm so thankful to have her as my physician. She has considerable expertise in migraine treatments. I highly recommend Dr. Williams if you're looking for an incredible doctor.

2023-08-24
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Very caring an professional doctor

2023-08-04
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

I love doctor Williams. I feel like she is genuinely invested in my health and managing my chronic migraine versus just going through the motions. Is he has helped me tremendously with preventing headaches and providing me with effective rescue meds.

2023-05-28
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

She is very knowledgeable. She takes my concerns into account when considering my treatment plan. She is the best!

2023-05-21
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is very good at wanting to know the many reasons a patient is suffering. Even though her questioning is rapid-fire at times, she shows competency and caring.

2023-05-09
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

I can't find the words to say what I feel. Dr. Williams has a way of opening her wing to protect you all the while she is working hard to find what works best to make you live a more productive life. She is compassionate, but straight to the point. She has knowledge and experience that have helped her help me. I feel if anyone were to seek help for headaches and migraines, this is right where you need to go.

2023-04-28
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is the best. Shes so detailed and thorough, doesnt rush through her appointments, explains her thought process for prescribing a medication or completing a procedure. Ive had chronic migraine for 25 years and no one has been able to help me manage my condition as well as Dr Williams. If one treatment option doesnt work, she keeps trying until she finds something that does help. I cannot recommend her highly enough!

2023-04-22
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Dorothy Williams is one of my favorite doctors. I have seen her for many years and from day one, she treated me as if I were her only patient, in that she took her time to go over everything with me. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a neurologist.

2023-04-09
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

received full and comprehensive care.

2023-04-03
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Willliams helped solve a problem I have had with intermittent vertigo, nausea and vomiting for about 30 years. She is the only doctor that did not give up on me and was determined to find the solution to my problem. After several months of trying out different medications and treatments my vestibular migraines are very well controlled. This was a game changer for me. I am able to work without worrying about getting sick in the middle of my shift. I have not had to postpone plans or activities due to my migraines in about a year. I have my life back. Great doctor!

2023-03-25
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is exceptional in her field. I followed her from the previous facility.

2023-03-18
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams is always very thorough. I saw her at another office and she found me an appointment early enough so I could still get my Botox on time. She is an exceptional neurologist. Dr. Williams has been instrumental in making my daily life better.

2023-01-30
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

When I first saw Dr. Williams I was living miserable days with horrible headaches and migraines every day. During the time in which she was treating me, there were days that I didn't know how I could handle this pain in my head anymore. Dr. Williams is not just incredibly gifted at what she does from a neurologist's point of view, but on a level, person-to-person meaning - "I know your pain and I'm here to help you because I know we can find a way to help you." I'm not an easy patient. I have Asperger's which tends to make communication a challenge at times. When you're asking a simple question, a simple answer may not always follow. Patience is noted when I know Dr. Williams could have just screamed. But she didn't. I like dark rooms, so she turns the lights off. I don't like being touched, but she makes me feel safe when she gives me a hug. Dr. Williams is wonderful and I will never forget what she has done for me. She has truly given me the strength, the faith, and the will to con

2023-01-22
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

I've been seeing Dr. Williams for about 20 years. I love how thorough Dr. Williams is. I always feel heard.

2023-01-16
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr Williams was caring and insightful. She was determined to find a solution to my problem. She listened to my concerns and validated them. She was wonderful!

2022-12-20
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Williams is an incredible doctor! She truly cares about you and your health! She is genuine and listens and talks through all your concerns. I would and do recommend her to every one I know.


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Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Neurology -Clinical Attending
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

Education history

Undergraduate Music - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Undergraduate Music Education - Butler University B.M.E.
Undergraduate Psychology - Indiana University¿Purdue University Indianapolis
Graduate Training School Psychology - Ball State University M.A.
Graduate Training School Psychology; Neuropsychology - Ball State University Ph.D.
Internship Neuropsychology - Indiana University Medical Center Research Intern
Undergraduate Pre-Medicine - Indiana University¿Purdue University Indianapolis
Professional Medical Medicine - Indiana University School of Medicine M.D.
Internship Internal Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine Intern
Residency Neurology - University of Utah School of Medicine Resident

Selected Publications

Journal Article

  1. Williams DL, Gridley BE, Fitzhugh-Bell K (1992). Cluster analysis of children and adolescents with brain damage and learning disabilities using neuropsychological, psychoeducational, and sociobehavioral variables. J Learn Disabil, 25(5), 290-9.