Margaret M. Cocks
Rating: 4.9 of 5
( out of 212 reviews )

Margaret M. Cocks, MD, PhD

Languages spoken: English, French, Polish

  • Dr. Margaret Cocks is a dermatologist and dermatopathologist who specializes in the diagnosis and management of vulvar dermatoses, including lichen sclerosus, lichen planus and lichen simplex chronicus. She also sees patients for general dermatology including common skin disorders such as acne, rosacea, skin cancer, and eczema. Her laboratory interests include the diagnosis of autoimmune blistering diseases and immunodermatology.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)
    American Board of Pathology (Anatomic & Clinical)
    American Board of Pathology (Sub: Dermatopathology)

    Patient Rating

    Rating: 4.9 out of 5
    4.9 /5
    ( out of 212 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    November 23, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Cocks is knowledgeable, kind, and professional.

    November 08, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Extremely knowledgeable, listens and provides options in finding solutions. Dr Cocks is kind, knowledgeable and is continually learning more, is genuine and has a sense of humor. Highly recommend.

    November 01, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Very kind and knowledgeable about my problems [TRANSLATED]

    October 31, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She is so knowledgeable and professional. But very relatable and nice

    October 31, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr Cocks has successfully treated my problem and it is under control. She recognized another issue just glancing and then studying the area in question. It was biopsied and was positive as basal cell growth. She has now taken care of that.

    October 26, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    I've been to a few dermatologists at the University of Utah and Dr. Cocks has been one of the best ones I've seen. She is very knowledgeable and works with me to find a solution to my skin problems. I feel very comfortable with her. When I travel for my appointments, my drive is about an hour (one way), but it's worth it. I highly recommend Dr. Cocks.

    October 20, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She is a wonderful Dr. I feel so comfortable with her. She listens and answers any questions. I am so glad she was referred to me.

    October 18, 2025
    MIDVALLEY
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Excellent caring doctor

    October 17, 2025
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She is very nice and friendly. Like to get to know you and get things done quickly. She cares about what is being done.

  • Dr. Margaret Cocks is a dermatologist and dermatopathologist who specializes in the diagnosis and management of vulvar dermatoses, including lichen sclerosus, lichen planus and lichen simplex chronicus. She also sees patients for general dermatology including common skin disorders such as acne, rosacea, skin cancer, and eczema. Her laboratory interests include the diagnosis of autoimmune blistering diseases and immunodermatology.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Dermatology -Assistant Professor (Clinical)
    Board Certification
    American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)
    American Board of Pathology (Anatomic & Clinical)
    American Board of Pathology (Sub: Dermatopathology)

    Education history

    Residency Dermatology - University of Utah School of Medicine Chief Resident
    Residency Dermatology - University of Utah School of Medicine Resident
    Fellowship Dermatopathology - University of Virginia School of Medicine Fellow
    Residency Anatomic and Clinical Pathology - Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Chief Resident
    Residency Anatomic and Clinical Pathology - Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Resident
    Internship Internal Medicine - St Mary Medical Center-UCLA Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine M.D.
    Doctoral Training History and Philosophy of Science - University of Cambridge Ph.D.
    Undergraduate History of Science, History of Medicine - Yale University B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Lehman JS, Fernandez AP, Leiferman KM, Brinster NK, Culton DA, Kim RH, North JP, Stoff BK, Camilleri MJ, Cocks MM, Elenitsas R, Fung MA, Grover RK, Jedrych JJ, Kuechle MK, McNiff JM, Moshiri AS, Motaparthi K, Murphy MJ, Nousari CH, Shalin SC, Zone JJ, Bridges AG (2025). Assessment of Cutaneous and Mucosal Direct Immunofluorescence Testing Practices in the US. JAMA Dermatol, 161(7), 747-754. (Read full publication)
    2. Jensen NC, Cocks M, Brintz BJ, Stoff B, Cipriano SD (2023). Structured Case-Based Ethics Discussion for Trainees and Faculty on Dermatopathology. MedEdPORTAL, 19, 11314. (Read full publication)
    3. Cocks MM (2022). A Starter Guide to Immunofluorescence Testing in Dermatology. Cutis, 108(5), E23-E26. (Read full publication)
    4. Cocks MM, Mills AM (2021). The Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor LAG-3 and Its Ligand GAL-3 in Vulvar Squamous Neoplasia. Int J Gynecol Pathol. (Read full publication)
    5. Cocks MM (2021). The Genital Examination in Dermatologic Practice. Cutis, 107(2), E29-E32. (Read full publication)
    6. Cocks M, Chaux A, Jenson EG, Miller JA, Rodriguez Pena MDC, Tregnago AC, Taheri D, Eich ML, Sharma R, Vang R, Netto GJ (2020). Immune checkpoint status and tumor microenvironment in vulvar squamous cell carcinoma. Virchows Arch, 477(1), 93-102. (Read full publication)
    7. Cocks MM (2017). A challenging and rewarding time: The early days of graduate medical education in dermatology. J Med Biogr, 27(3), 173-178. (Read full publication)
    8. Cocks M, Sander I, Crain B (2018). Frequency of Dermatologic Findings at Autopsy. J Forensic Sci, 63(6), 1867-1869. (Read full publication)
    9. Cocks M, Rehman J, Barker N, Auerbach J, Cowper S, Rodic N (2018). How to take better photomicrographs: A step-wise approach. J Cutan Pathol, 45(6), 412-415. (Read full publication)
    10. Cocks M, Helmke E, Meyers CA, Fayad L, McCarthy E, James AW (2018). Bizarre parosteal osteochondromatous proliferation: 16 Cases with a focus on histologic variability. J Orthop, 15(1), 138-142. (Read full publication)
    11. Cocks M, Moulton CA, Luu S, Cil T (2013). What surgeons can learn from athletes: mental practice in sports and surgery. J Surg Educ, 71(2), 262-9. (Read full publication)
    12. Cocks MM (2013). Defying the odds: Dr Ricky Kanee Schachter. JAMA Dermatol, 149(12), 1399. (Read full publication)
    13. Fuller J, Olszewski MM (2017). Medical History in Canadian Undergraduate Medical Education, 1939-2012. Can Bull Med Hist, 30(2), 199-209. (Read full publication)
    14. Olszewski MM (2011). Dr. Auzoux's botanical teaching models and medical education at the universities of Glasgow and Aberdeen. Stud Hist Philos Biol Biomed Sci, 42(3), 285-96. (Read full publication)

    Review

    1. Stauder E, Topham C, Khouri A, Cocks M, DeShazo R, Zussman J, Madigan LM (2024). Cryptococcoid Sweet syndrome: A case report and literature review. [Review]. Int J Dermatol, 63(7), 895-899. (Read full publication)
    2. Cocks MM (2021). Dermatoethics for Dermatology Residents. [Review]. Cutis, 107(6), E15-E17. (Read full publication)
    3. Cocks M, Porcu P, Wick MR, Gru AA (2019). Recent Advances in Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma: Diagnostic and Prognostic Considerations. [Review]. Surg Pathol Clin, 12(3), 783-803. (Read full publication)

    Case Report

    1. Lee J, Flowers RH, Cocks MM, Noland MB (2018). Necrobiosis lipoidica associated with sarcoidosis. J Cutan Pathol, 45(12), 944-948. (Read full publication)
    2. Li L, Ward B, Cocks M, Kheradmand A, Francis HW (2016). IgG4-Related Disease of Bilateral Temporal Bones. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 126(3), 236-240. (Read full publication)