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Timothy H. Schmidt
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Timothy H. Schmidt, MD, PhD

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

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  • Dr. Schmidt’s extensive knowledge of medical and surgical dermatology is the foundation of the high-quality care he provides to patients of all ages. He is well known for the passion and compassion he brings to each of his patient’s care. His clinical philosophy is that treatment should be as safe and simple as possible. The goal is always to overcome skin disease to allow the patient to move on with life.

    Originally from the state of Washington, Dr. Schmidt now lives in Salt Lake City with his wife, two boys, and cat. Alongside his passion for dermatology, Dr. Schmidt enjoys everything great-outdoors - including hiking, skiing, and camping. He is always looking for good music, book, and podcast recommendations.

    Dr. Schmidt completed his undergraduate education at Harvard University, where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Chemical and Physical Biology. He then moved to San Francisco to complete his MD and PhD at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), from which he graduated with highest honors. He continued at UCSF to complete his dermatology residency and postdoctoral research. He is a board-certified dermatologist and member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

    During his PhD and postdoctoral research, Dr. Schmidt studied fundamental mechanisms of the immune system. He has contributed to numerous, peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals of basic and clinical science. Dr. Schmidt’s immunologic expertise informs and augments his approach to dermatology.

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 579 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.

    August 25, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    He was amazing!

    August 24, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    He is wonderful at catching Skin Cancer.

    August 23, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Fast but thorough treatment and detailed recommendations.

    August 07, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    He is amazing,very detailed, knowledgeable, explains well,

    August 07, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr Schmidt is an excellent provider! He and his team are professional and compassionate. I would highly recommend him to others. Dr Schmidt is top notch!

    August 07, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Schmidt and his team are awesome. My health care is a collaborative effort. I felt my concerns were heard and I was given the time to discuss treatment and ask questions.

    August 06, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr Schmidt is amazing. He has given me the best care I could have ever hoped for.. He is friendly, kind and concerned for my needs. I appreciate all he and the staff have done for me.

    August 04, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    He is the best doctor I have ever seen. He listens and truly seems to care and want to treat my condition. He makes me feel as though I am not just a number and spends time to explain and provide amazing care.

    August 04, 2023
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    He was very kind and thorough.

  • Dr. Schmidt’s extensive knowledge of medical and surgical dermatology is the foundation of the high-quality care he provides to patients of all ages. He is well known for the passion and compassion he brings to each of his patient’s care. His clinical philosophy is that treatment should be as safe and simple as possible. The goal is always to overcome skin disease to allow the patient to move on with life.

    Originally from the state of Washington, Dr. Schmidt now lives in Salt Lake City with his wife, two boys, and cat. Alongside his passion for dermatology, Dr. Schmidt enjoys everything great-outdoors - including hiking, skiing, and camping. He is always looking for good music, book, and podcast recommendations.

    Dr. Schmidt completed his undergraduate education at Harvard University, where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Chemical and Physical Biology. He then moved to San Francisco to complete his MD and PhD at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), from which he graduated with highest honors. He continued at UCSF to complete his dermatology residency and postdoctoral research. He is a board-certified dermatologist and member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

    During his PhD and postdoctoral research, Dr. Schmidt studied fundamental mechanisms of the immune system. He has contributed to numerous, peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals of basic and clinical science. Dr. Schmidt’s immunologic expertise informs and augments his approach to dermatology.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Dermatology -Primary

    Education history

    Fellowship Dermatology Foundation, Dermatologist Investigator Research - University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine Fellow
    Dermatology, Research Track - University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine Resident
    Residency Internal Medicine Preliminary Program - California Pacific Medical Center Resident
    Medical Scientist Training Program - University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine M.D., Ph.D.
    Undergraduate Chemical and Physical Biology - Harvard University A.B.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Laidlaw BJ, Schmidt TH, Green JA, Allen CD, Okada T, Cyster JG (2017). The Eph-related tyrosine kinase ligand Ephrin-B1 marks germinal center and memory precursor B cells. J Exp Med, 214(3), 639-649. (Read full article)
    2. Dizon MP, Schmidt TH, Shinkai K (2016). High-value, cost-conscious evaluation for PCOS: which tests should be routinely ordered in acne patients? Cutis, 98(1), 11-3. (Read full article)
    3. Schmidt TH, Khanijow K, Cedars MI, Huddleston H, Pasch L, Wang ET, Lee J, Zane LT, Shinkai K (2016). Cutaneous Findings and Systemic Associations in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. JAMA Dermatol, 152(4), 391-8. (Read full article)
    4. Kram YA, Schmidt TH, Saghezchi S, Russell MD (2015). Attitudes toward Human Papilloma Virus Vaccination and Head and Neck Cancer Prevention in a Diverse, Urban Population. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 153(4), 538-43. (Read full article)
    5. Schmidt TH, Shinkai K (2015). Evidence-based approach to cutaneous hyperandrogenism in women. J Am Acad Dermatol, 73(4), 672-90. (Read full article)
    6. Kamangar F, Okhovat JP, Schmidt T, Beshay A, Pasch L, Cedars MI, Huddleston H, Shinkai K (2015). Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Special Diagnostic and Therapeutic Considerations for Children. Pediatr Dermatol, 32(5), 571-8. (Read full article)
    7. Schmidt TH, Bannard O, Gray EE, Cyster JG (2013). CXCR4 promotes B cell egress from Peyer's patches. J Exp Med, 210(6), 1099-107. (Read full article)
    8. Green JA, Suzuki K, Cho B, Willison LD, Palmer D, Allen CD, Schmidt TH, Xu Y, Proia RL, Coughlin SR, Cyster JG (2011). The sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor S1P₂ maintains the homeostasis of germinal center B cells and promotes niche confinement. Nat Immunol, 12(7), 672-80. (Read full article)
    9. Bartick MC, Thai X, Schmidt T, Altaye A, Solet JM (2009). Decrease in as-needed sedative use by limiting nighttime sleep disruptions from hospital staff. J Hosp Med, 5(3), E20-4. (Read full article)

    Case Report

    1. Saeed L, Schmidt TH, Gensler LS, Gross AJ, Fox LP, Scharschmidt TC, Gaensler K, Naik H, Rosenblum MA, Shinkai K (2017). Successful treatment of mucous membrane pemphigoid with bortezomib. JAAD Case Rep, 4(1), 81-83. (Read full article)
    2. Matsumoto A, Yeh I, Schwartz B, Rosenblum M, Schmidt TH (2017). Chronic Helicobacter cinaedi cellulitis diagnosed by microbial polymerase chain reaction. JAAD Case Rep, 3(5), 398-400. (Read full article)

    Letter

    1. Schmidt TH, Okhovat JP, Khanijow K, Huddleston H, Cedars M, Pasch L, Wang ET, Lee J, Shinkai K (2016). Rotterdam criteria-based diagnostic subtype is not a strong predictor of cutaneous phenotype in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome: A cross-sectional study. [Letter to the editor]. J Am Acad Dermatol, 77(1), 174-176. (Read full article)
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