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Erika Summers
Rating: 4.9 of 5
( out of 433 reviews )

Erika Summers, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

Midvalley Health Center Dermatology

Dermatology
243 East 6100 South
Murray , UT 84107
  • Erika M. Summers, MD has a specialized expertise in laser and aesthetic dermatology. She is the Director at the University of Utah Department of Dermatology's Division of Cosmetic Dermatology. She trains the medical staff and aestheticians in the cosmetic division to provide safe and cutting-edge treatment for her patients. She creates comprehensive treatment plans for her patients incorporating neuromodulators (e.g. Botox, Xeomin, and Dysport), fillers (e.g. Juvederm, Restylane, Radiesse, Sculptra, Silikon, Bellafill), and lasers (e.g. fractional CO2, Fraxel Dual, pulsed dye laser, IPL, Picosure) to treat aging, acne scars, rosacea, vascular malformations, and photodamage with non-surgical techniques. She also performs sclerotherapy to treat spider veins on the legs and is adept with CO2 resurfacing for acne scars, traumatic scars, and reversal of signs of aging. Dr. Summers trains the Dermatology residents at the University of Utah in the cosmetic portion of their curriculum involving filler and neuromodulator injections, as well as lasers. In 2014 she received a prestigious Women’s Dermatologic Society Mentorship Award to train with two of the leading laser specialists in the United States.



    In addition, Dr. Summers is Director of the University Inpatient Dermatology Service at the University of Utah and Huntsman Cancer Institute, overseeing the residents in caring for hospitalized patients with complex or life-threatening dermatologic conditions. She also enjoys caring for general dermatology and medical dermatology patients in her clinics.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Dermatology

    Patient Rating

    Rating: 4.9 out of 5
    4.9 /5
    ( out of 433 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

    Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    December 24, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She's the BEST !!!!

    November 29, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She has been my dermatologist for years and she has always treated me with concern and kindness. She is very honest and upfront with me regarding my condition and listens to my concerns with time and understanding. I feel very comfortable talking about any issues I have.. SHE IS THE BEST!

    November 27, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    A very caring and professional doctor.

    November 26, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    I trust her.

    November 26, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr Summers has been very conscientious in listening to me, answering my questions and addressing my concerns. She is a true partner in care!

    November 25, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Really appreciate Dr Summers caring and skill. She really works to get the best results possible.

    November 13, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Erika Sommers was great. She was so kind and knowledgeable. She made a scary situation fun. I like her a lot.

    November 06, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She is extremely thorough and knowledgeable. Her great personality makes you feel very comfortable.

    October 30, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 4 out of 5

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  • Erika M. Summers, MD has a specialized expertise in laser and aesthetic dermatology. She is the Director at the University of Utah Department of Dermatology's Division of Cosmetic Dermatology. She trains the medical staff and aestheticians in the cosmetic division to provide safe and cutting-edge treatment for her patients. She creates comprehensive treatment plans for her patients incorporating neuromodulators (e.g. Botox, Xeomin, and Dysport), fillers (e.g. Juvederm, Restylane, Radiesse, Sculptra, Silikon, Bellafill), and lasers (e.g. fractional CO2, Fraxel Dual, pulsed dye laser, IPL, Picosure) to treat aging, acne scars, rosacea, vascular malformations, and photodamage with non-surgical techniques. She also performs sclerotherapy to treat spider veins on the legs and is adept with CO2 resurfacing for acne scars, traumatic scars, and reversal of signs of aging. Dr. Summers trains the Dermatology residents at the University of Utah in the cosmetic portion of their curriculum involving filler and neuromodulator injections, as well as lasers. In 2014 she received a prestigious Women’s Dermatologic Society Mentorship Award to train with two of the leading laser specialists in the United States.



    In addition, Dr. Summers is Director of the University Inpatient Dermatology Service at the University of Utah and Huntsman Cancer Institute, overseeing the residents in caring for hospitalized patients with complex or life-threatening dermatologic conditions. She also enjoys caring for general dermatology and medical dermatology patients in her clinics.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Dermatology -Associate Professor (Clinical)
    Board Certification
    American Board of Dermatology

    Education history

    Residency Dermatology - University of Utah Resident
    Residency Internal Medicine - Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine, Summa Cum Laude - University of Maryland School of Medicine M.D.
    Undergraduate Biology, Magna Cum Laude - Georgetown University, College of Arts and Sciences B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Pamatmat JJ, Gonzalez CD, Euwer R, Summers E, Smart D, Goff HW (2021). Novel use of poly-L-lactic acid filler for the treatment of facial cutaneous atrophy in patients with connective tissue disease. J Cosmet Dermatol, 20(11), 3462-3466. (Read full publication)
    2. Noe MH, Rosenbach M, Hubbard RA, Mostaghimi A, Cardones AR, Chen JK, Cotliar J, Davis MDP, Dominguez A, Fox LP, Hughey LC, Kaffenberger BH, Kroshinsky D, Kwong BY, Miller DD, Musiek A, Ortega-Loayza AG, Sharon VR, Shinkai K, Summers EM, Wanat KA, Wetter DA, Worswick S, Margolis DJ, Gelfand JM, Micheletti RG (2020). Development and Validation of a Risk Prediction Model for In-Hospital Mortality Among Patients With Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis-ABCD-10. JAMA Dermatol, 155(4), 448-454. (Read full publication)
    3. Micheletti RG, Chiesa-Fuxench Z, Noe MH, Stephen S, Aleshin M, Agarwal A, Boggs J, Cardones AR, Chen JK, Cotliar J, Davis MDP, Dominguez A, Fox LP, Gordon S, Hamrick R, Ho B, Hughey LC, Jones LM, Kaffenberger BH, Kindley K, Kroshinsky D, Kwong BY, Miller DD, Mostaghimi A, Musiek A, Ortega-Loayza AG, Patel R, Posligua A, Rani M, Saluja S, Sharon VR, Shinkai K, John JS, Strickland N, Summers EM, Sun N, Wanat KA, Wetter DA, Worswick S, Yang C, Margolis DJ, Gelfand JM, Rosenbach M (2018). Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: A Multicenter Retrospective Study of 377 Adult Patients from the United States. J Invest Dermatol, 138(11), 2315-2321. (Read full publication)
    4. Saluja SS, Walker ML, Summers EM, Tristani-Firouzi P, Smart DR (2017). Safety of non-ablative fractional laser for acne scars within 1 month after treatment with oral isotretinoin: A randomized split-face controlled trial. Lasers Surg Med, 49(10), 886-890. (Read full publication)
    5. Summers EM, Blickenstaff NR, Coman GC, Martins TB, Hill HR, Sontheimer RD (2017). A pilot study evaluating biomarker development for drug-induced chronic eczematous eruptions of aging individuals. Ann Transl Med, 5(20), 393. (Read full publication)
    6. Curtis JA, Christensen LC, Paine AR, Collins Brummer G, Summers EM, Cochran AL, Petersen MJ, Hull CM (2016). Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis treatments: An Internet survey. J Am Acad Dermatol, 74(2), 379-80. (Read full publication)
    7. Hawkes JE, Karavan M, Bowen AR, Summers EM (2014). Non-uraemic calciphylaxis and pancreatic cancer: a previously unreported association. Br J Dermatol.
    8. Summers EM, Bingham CS, Dahle KW, Sweeney C, Ying J, Sontheimer RD (2013). Chronic eczematous eruptions in the aging: further support for an association with exposure to calcium channel blockers. JAMA Dermatol, 149(7), 814-8. (Read full publication)
    9. Wong JW, Summers EM, Taylor MB, Harris RM (2011). Porokeratotic eccrine ostial and dermal duct nevus treated with a combination erbium/CO2 laser: a case and brief review. Dermatol Online J, 17(9), 10. (Read full publication)
    10. Summers E, Samadashwily G, Florell SR (2011). A unique presentation of an Epstein-Barr virus-associated natural killer/T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder in a white male adolescent. Arch Dermatol, 147(2), 216-20. (Read full publication)
    11. Summers EM, Kendrick CG (2008). Primary localized cutaneous nodular amyloidosis and CREST syndrome: a case report and review of the literature. Cutis, 82(1), 55-9. (Read full publication)

    Letter

    1. Hawkes JE, Karavan M, Bowen AR, Summers EM (2014). Nonuraemic calciphylaxis and pancreatic cancer: a previously unreported association. [Letter to the editor]. Br J Dermatol, 171(5), 1247-8. (Read full publication)