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Elise S. Burger
( out of 55 reviews )

Elise S. Burger, MD, PhD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Midvalley Health Center Dermatology

Dermatology
Murray
801-581-2955

University of Utah Hospital

Dermatology, Area E
Salt Lake City
801-581-2955

Veterans Administration Medical Center

Dermatology Clinic
Salt Lake City
  • Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Dermatology
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Patient Rating

    5.0 /5
    ( out of 55 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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    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    September 27, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Burger is a caring, competent dermatologist. And, best of all, I rarely wait more than a few minutes before being seen by her.

    September 18, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    I will say that Dr Elise Burger the the most competent, complete, through, knowledgeable and professional dermatologist I have ever experienced. I trust her implicitly with my care!

    September 02, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Does a wonderful job, seems genuinely happy at work and is great with her rotating medical students.

    July 24, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Good job

    July 19, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    Very personable makes me feel like I'm being taken care of

    June 27, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr Elise Burger was very friendly, professional and knowledgeable in the treatment plan for dermatology issue

    June 20, 2024
    UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Burger is caring, professional and considerate of her patients¿ time. Importantly she is exceptionally knowledgeable.

    June 12, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Burger's kindness, expertise, and professionalism during my recent appointment. She took the time to answer all of my questions about skin cancer and preventative methods, which was immensely helpful in easing my concerns. Her in-depth knowledge and friendly demeanor were genuinely appreciated, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have consulted with such an outstanding specialist. Her commitment to providing excellent patient care truly sets her apart.

    June 12, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. burger was thorough and addressed all my concerns. I'm very pleased with the level of care I received.

  • Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Dermatology -Primary
    Board Certification
    American Board of Dermatology
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Education history

    Chief Resident Dermatology - University of California, San Diego School of Medicine Chief Resident
    Dermatology - University of California, San Diego School of Medicine Resident
    Internship Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center Transitional Internship
    Immunology - University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Ph.D.
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center M.D.
    Biochemistry - Occidental College B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Burger E, Hinds B, Paravar T (2023). Progressively worsening painful sclerotic calf plaques. JAAD Case Rep, 34, 94-96. (Read full article)
    2. Burger E, Gallo RL (2022). Host-microbiome interactions in the holobiome of atopic dermatitis. J Allergy Clin Immunol. (Read full article)
    3. Kellogg C, Burger E, Hinds BR, Schneider JA (2022). Angioinvasive Alternaria alternata presenting with violaceous papules and plaques in the setting of chronic lymphocytic leukemia. JAAD Case Rep, 31, 6-9. (Read full article)
    4. Araujo A, Safronova A, Burger E, Lpez-Yglesias A, Giri S, Camanzo ET, Martin AT, Grivennikov S, Yarovinsky F (2021). IFN-γ mediates Paneth cell death via suppression of mTOR. Elife, 10. (Read full article)
    5. Lpez-Yglesias AH, Burger E, Camanzo E, Martin AT, Araujo AM, Kwok SF, Yarovinsky F (2021). T-bet-dependent ILC1- and NK cell-derived IFN-γ mediates cDC1-dependent host resistance against Toxoplasma gondii. PLoS Pathog, 17(1), e1008299. (Read full article)
    6. Lpez-Yglesias AH, Burger E, Araujo A, Martin AT, Yarovinsky F (2018). T-bet-independent Th1 response induces intestinal immunopathology during Toxoplasma gondii infection. Mucosal Immunol, 11(3), 921-931. (Read full article)
    7. Burger E, Araujo A, Lpez-Yglesias A, Rajala MW, Geng L, Levine B, Hooper LV, Burstein E, Yarovinsky F (2018). Loss of Paneth Cell Autophagy Causes Acute Susceptibility to Toxoplasma gondii-Mediated Inflammation. Cell Host Microbe, 23(2), 177-190.e4. (Read full article)
    8. Sturge CR, Burger E, Raetz M, Hooper LV, Yarovinsky F (2015). Cutting Edge: Developmental Regulation of IFN-γ Production by Mouse Neutrophil Precursor Cells. J Immunol, 195(1), 36-40. (Read full article)