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Douglas L. Powell
Rating: 5.0 of 5
( out of 537 reviews )

Douglas L. Powell, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

Midvalley Health Center Dermatology

Dermatology
243 East 6100 South
Murray , UT 84107
  • Douglas Powell, MD specializes in the treatment of allergic contact dermatitis, dermatitis, and urticaria/hives. He is board certified in dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Contact Dermatitis Society. His main clinical focus is to determine the possible causes of persistent severe dermatitis and to determine if it is allergic in nature. He also investigates to determine possible allergies to metal prostheses. He has a particular interest in the evaluation of contact urticaria to metals. He also focuses on the treatment of difficult cases of urticaria in patients who have failed standard therapies.

    Board Certification

    National Board of Medical Examiners
    American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)

    Patient Rating

    Rating: 5.0 out of 5
    5.0 /5
    ( out of 537 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.

    Patient Comments

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    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Powell is amazing, he includes you in your treatment. He doesn't treat your condition, he treats you and he wants to make sure you're comfortable with the plan and execution. Step by step. It's great having a Dr that listens and takes the time.

    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    he was very thorough and clearly explained the options for treatment

    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Powell is wonderful! He is an excellent doctor who immediately conveys that he cares about my health. I enjoyed his friendly personality, curiosity (asks good questions), and his very clear communication. He is a good listener and really cares about my concerns, too.

    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr Douglas Powell is an extraordinary Dr. He helps you to feel comfortable immediately and develops a rapport with you. Options are explained clearly and he gives you a sense that you made HIS day! A rare experience these days. I highly recommend.

    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    He cared about me personally and the health problems that I am experiencing.

    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    I think he is a very good doctor.

    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    He took the time to completely answer all my questions and concerns.

    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Powell is one of the best doctors I have seen. His bright, cheery personality and caring demeanor goes a long way to calm and reassure his patients, like me. He exudes confidence in his abilities while not being the least bit arrogant or aloof. I would recommend him to anyone!

    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    I have been seeing Dr. Powell for years and he is always very professional and caring when treating me. He always shows that he cares about me personally by asking what I am doing for interest and fun and how I am doing with regards to my cancer remission.

  • Douglas Powell, MD specializes in the treatment of allergic contact dermatitis, dermatitis, and urticaria/hives. He is board certified in dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Contact Dermatitis Society. His main clinical focus is to determine the possible causes of persistent severe dermatitis and to determine if it is allergic in nature. He also investigates to determine possible allergies to metal prostheses. He has a particular interest in the evaluation of contact urticaria to metals. He also focuses on the treatment of difficult cases of urticaria in patients who have failed standard therapies.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Dermatology -Professor (Clinical)
    Board Certification
    National Board of Medical Examiners
    American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)

    Education history

    Undergraduate Microbiology - Brigham Young University B.S.
    Professional Medical University of Utah Hospital School of Medicine M.D.
    Internship LDS Hospital Intern
    Residency Dermatology - University of Rochester Resident

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Rabkin DG, Whitehead KJ, Michaels AD, Powell DL, Karwande S (2008). Unusual Presentation of Nickel Allergy Requiring Explanation of an Amplatzer Atrial Septal Occluder Device. Clinical cardiology,
    2. Wilson LH, Eliason MJ, Leiferman KM, Hull CM, Powell D (2011). Treatment of refractory chronic urticaria with tumor necrosis factor-alfa inhibitors. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 64(6), 1221-2. (Read full publication)
    3. Fields K, Nelson T, Powell (2006). Contact Dermatitis to Baby Wipes; A Case Series. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology,
    4. Truong A, Secrest AM, Zhang M, Forbes BR, Laggis CW, McFadden M, Gardner LJ, Powell DL, Lewis BK (2020). A survey of dermatologic health-related quality of life and resource access in patients experiencing homelessness. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 85(3), 775-778. (Read full publication)
    5. Rundle CW, Presley CL, Militello M, Barber C, Powell DL, Jacob SE, Atwater AR, Watsky KL, Yu J, Dunnick C (2020). Hand hygiene during COVID-19: Recommendations from the American Contact Dermatitis Society. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 83(6), 1730-1737. (Read full publication)
    6. Sharma V, DeShazo RA, Skidmore CR, Glotzbach JP, Koliopoulou A, Javan H, McKellar SH, Powell DL, Selzman C (2020). Surgical explantation of atrial septal closure devices for refractory nickel allergy symptoms. The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, 160(2), 502-509.e1. (Read full publication)
    7. Pho LN, Eliason MJ, Regruto M, Hull CM, Powell D (2011). Treatment of chronic urticaria with colchicine. Journal of drugs in dermatology, 10(12), 1423-8. (Read full publication)
    8. Endo JO, Davis C, Powell D (2011). The potential utility of patch testing in identifying the causative agent of morbilliform drug eruptions. Dermatitis, 22(2), 114-5. (Read full publication)
    9. Powell D, Ahmed (2010). Soccer shin guard reactions: allergic and irritant. Dermatitis, 21(3), 162-6.
    10. Schlarbaum JP, Powell D (2020). Phytodermatitis From Plumbago: Pretty Is Not Painless. Dermatitis, 31(4), e32-e34. (Read full publication)
    11. Sheikh UA, deShazo RA, Powell (2020). Contact Urticaria to Components of Balsam of Peru Presenting Like Food Allergy With Systemic Symptoms. Dermatitis, 31(3), e20-e21. (Read full publication)
    12. Goldenberg A, Mousdicas N, Silverberg N, Powell D, Pelletier JL, Silverberg JI, Zippin J, Fonacier L, Tosti A, Lawley L, Wu Chang M, Scheman A, Kleiner G, Williams J, Watsky K, Dunnick CA, Frederickson R, Matiz C, Chaney K, Estes TS, Botto N, Draper M, Kircik L, Lugo-Somolinos A, Machler B, Jacob S (2016). Pediatric Contact Dermatitis Registry Inaugural Case Data. Dermatitis, 27(5), 293-302. (Read full publication)
    13. Powell D, Ahmed (2010). Soccer shin guard reactions: allergic and irritant reactions. Dermatitis, 21(3), 162-6. (Read full publication)
    14. Liddle M, Hull C, Liu C, Powell (2006). Contact urticaria from curcumin. Dermatitis, 17(4), 196-7. (Read full publication)
    15. Schlarbaum JP, Dunnick CA, Scheman AJ, Powell DL, deShazo RA, Neeley AB, Warshaw EM, McKinney ZJ, Hylwa SA (2020). A Mini-epidemic of Suspected Contact Dermatitis to Delta Airlines Uniforms. Dermatitis. 2020 Dec 1. doi: 10.1097/DER.0000000000000692. . Dermatitis,
    16. Jacob SE, McGowan M, Silverberg NB, Pelletier JL, Fonacier L, Mousdicas N, Powell D, Scheman A, Goldenberg (2017). Pediatric Contact Dermatitis Registry Data on Contact Allergy in Children With Atopic Dermatitis. JAMA dermatology, 153(8), 765-770. (Read full publication)
    17. Okeke CAV, Malik AM, Atwater AR, Powell DL, Czajkowski G, Castanedo-Tardan MP, Montanez-Wiscovich M, Wu PA, Members of the American Contact Dermatitis Society Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Healthcare Disparities Committee (2022). American Contact Dermatitis Society Position Statement: Dermatitis and Skin of Color. Dermatitis, 33(1), 3-9. (Read full publication)
    18. Amanullah AA, Sahni DR, Sahni VN, Hull CM, Powell DL, Secrest A (2022). Reply to: current treatment modalities in granulomatous cheilitis. International journal of dermatology, (Read full publication)
    19. Kern JA, Amanullah AA, Sahni DR, Mathis JG, Hull CM, Powell DL, Secrest A (2023). Granulomatous cheilitis - is there a role for allergen screening and avoidance?. The Journal of dermatological treatment, 34(1), 2171707. (Read full publication)
    20. Goodson A, Powell (2014). Contact dermatitis to epoxy resins presenting as conjunctivitis. Dermatitis, 25(1), 34. (Read full publication)
    21. Schlarbaum JP, Dunnick CA, Scheman AJ, Powell DL, deShazo RA, Neeley AB, Warshaw EM, McKinney ZJ, Hylwa S (2021). A Mini-epidemic of Suspected Contact Dermatitis to Delta Airlines Uniforms. Dermatitis, 32(4), e69-e71. (Read full publication)
    22. Sahni V, Teames C, Seifert R, Conley M, deShazo R, Powell D, Rhoads JLW, Clarke JT, Hansen CB, Zone JJ, Hull CM, Hopkins Z (2025). The association between skin allergy testing and oral squamous cell carcinoma in oral lichen planus: a retrospective cohort study. Archives of dermatological research, 317(1), 207. (Read full publication)

    Letter

    1. Truong A, Laggis CW, Annis TD, Secrest AM, Fino NF, Powell DL, Gardner LJ, Gregory T, Hull CM, Lewis BK (2020). Factors associated with follow-up adherence in patients seen at a referral-based dermatology clinic for the homeless. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 83(2), 629-631. (Read full publication)
    2. Ali NS, Sahni VN, Ma BC, Sahni DR, Hull CM, Powell DL, Secrest A (2021). Reply to: low response of granulomatous cheilitis to currently established treatments. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 35(12), e930-e931. (Read full publication)