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American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)National Board of Medical ExaminersPatient Rating
4.9 /5( out of 139 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.
November 25, 2025MIDVALLEYDr. Hopkins provides comprehensive and friendly care to his patients.
November 16, 2025MIDVALLEYDr. Hopkins is one of the kindest physicians I have ever met. He takes at the time needed to listen and diagnose complicated conditions.
November 15, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALDr.zackary was great, sat down and we talked about my issues. Then he prescribed a treatment.
November 14, 2025MIDVALLEYEvery time I go to the hospital, the treatment has been outstanding. this visit was no exception. The doctor was very professionals she took her time to make sure I had a good understanding of the situation. The nursing staff was also fantastic. I would like to think the staff for being so great and my hats off to the hospital having such great staff.
October 20, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALDid a great job.
October 16, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALGreat doctor
October 05, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALHe was very good at taking time to solve the problem.
September 19, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALvery professional and caring
September 06, 2025MIDVALLEYDr Hopkins is very personable, friendly, down to earth and fun to talk to. I have confidence in his professional abilities.
September 06, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALVery nice care, thank you
September 05, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALI wrote this in another part as well but he's an amazing doctor. He's kind and caring. He answers all the questions. He takes time to get to know you. He knows what's been going on before he comes in the room. Not only that he communicates through my chart and tries to help you whenever he can. Out of all the doctors, I see he is by far the best. I've seen so many specialists. I've lost track. But he's the one that always stands out in a good way. He takes all your questions seriously. Answers them in the best way, without talking down to you like a lot of doctors do. He's set up referrals helped me get diagnosis and treatments. I don't think I would be getting help with a lot of this right now if it wasn't for him. ?
August 29, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALDr. Hopkins was very professional through the extremely thorough examine. His demeanor and personality made the whole process of a thorough skin check a very pleasant experience.
August 17, 2025MIDVALLEYListened attentively to my concerns. Explained options and looked out for my medicine costs and hurries I may run into.
July 19, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALDr Hopkins is so caring, professional and knowledgeable.
July 12, 2025MIDVALLEYCaring and personable with good care.
July 11, 2025MIDVALLEYI have already recommended Dr Hopkins to some friends and would do so again! He really cares for his patients and wants to find the best solution there is! Excellent doctor!
July 06, 2025MIDVALLEYVery knowledgeable at diagnosing my problem. Was concerned that all of my questions were answered!
June 22, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALVery Helpful in finding a solution & care in your problems
June 13, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALHe is amazing and very kind.
May 31, 2025MIDVALLEYDr. Hopkins is amazing. He always treats me like a human. He is respectful and explains everything in terms I can understand. I would recommend him to all my friends and family.
May 30, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALHe did not make me feel uncomfortable even in examining delicate places on the body. Was knowledgeable and would recommend him
May 26, 2025MIDVALLEYWonderful Doctor! Very intelligent but also very kind and caring. Listens carefully to understand my concerns, and never makes me feel like I am being rushed. I couldn't ask for better care!
May 18, 2025MIDVALLEYEasy to communicate my needs and explained what I need to do.
April 25, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALCalm, composed, personable and efficient.
April 20, 2025MIDVALLEYDr Hopkins was very informative, I highly recommend him!
April 20, 2025MIDVALLEYDr. Hopkins is a very professional and nice doctor! Very helpful in addressing questions and concerns. Thank you!
April 19, 2025MIDVALLEYDr. Hopkins was great. I didn't feel rushed, he answered my questions and gave me a great exam. I was very impressed.
April 04, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALI would highly recommend Dr Hopkins. He is caring, explains things thoroughly, professional and carries out his responsibilities in a careful timely manner
March 28, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALDr. Hopkins and all of the derm staff were very pleasant and explained thoroughly the significance of their findings on my exam. A biopsy was done with great care to minimize any discomfort and the followup care was explained completely by Dr. Hopkins. The care was excellent.
March 18, 2025MIDVALLEYExcellent physician best ever!!
January 24, 2025MIDVALLEYDr. Hopkins is a great guy. Down to earth, no pressure, listens and cares.
January 18, 2025MIDVALLEYDr. Hopkins is very caring, patient and considerate. Even on a day when he is running late, when he comes into the room with me I get the impression he has nothing more important than my condition. Can't recommend him too highly!
January 17, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALDr. Hopkins is an outstanding doctor. He quickly and competently identifies problems and provides solutions.
January 16, 2025UNIVERSITY HOSPITALNice & Good
January 06, 2025MIDVALLEYHe explained his thoughts and plan of action and asked for my thoughts and if I was comfortable with his approach. I wholeheartedly agreed.
January 05, 2025MIDVALLEYDr. Hopkins is a great doctor! He listens carefully and is friendly and knowledgable.
December 22, 2024UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICSDr. Hopkins has a professional manner, making you feel at ease and that not all hope is lost. He explains things throughly and what can be done. He has you check in with him after six months to see how you are doing. He is an amazing doctor. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for hair concerns.
December 12, 2024UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICSDr. Hopkins was terrific. My only disappointment was with restrictions made by the insurance company and what care was covered.
November 10, 2024UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICSVERY CARING & PROFESSIONAL EXTREMELY HELPFUL IN SOLVING YOUR PROBLEMS. HIS STAFF IS PROFESSIONAL & CARING & HELPFUL . DEFINITELY Dr. Hopkins is the one to solve your problems & get you started on HEALING....
November 01, 2024UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICSHe listens, cares and is never rushed
November 01, 2024UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICSDr. Hopkins was wonderful, thoughtful and kind. My acne is better. My eczema is gone. I would recommend him to everyone. His assistant Erin was so kind and considerate. What a great team! Top Marks!
November 01, 2024UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTERDr Hopkins comes across as interested and caring, with an easy bedside manner.
September 07, 2024UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTERHe makes me feel better about what I am experiencing, explaining my treatment
September 06, 2024UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTERDr Hopkins is awesome! Listens and cares!!
July 26, 2024UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICSDr Hopkins listened respectfully and patiently to my concerns and provided good feedback on treatment and followup instructions.
July 06, 2024UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICSConsiderate, attentive, professional and thorough in explanations for treatment options. Highly recommended.
July 05, 2024UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICSHe actually cares and listens and doesn't give up on finding what works best for me.
June 28, 2024UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTERDr Hopkins makes one feel at ease, communicates clearly, and is pleasant and interested in one's concerns.
June 07, 2024UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICSDr Hopkins is very considerate and clear in explaining issues and solutions. He also give me the option to choose the next step.
April 24, 2024UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTERDr. Hopkins made me feel very safe and took care of my concerns.
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Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments Dermatology -Assistant Professor (Clinical)
Board Certification American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)National Board of Medical ExaminersEducation history
Fellowship Autoimmune and Complex Medical Dermatology - University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine Fellow Residency Dermatology - Broward Health Medical Center Resident Internship Preliminary Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine Intern Professional Medical Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine M.D. Undergraduate Neuroscience - Brigham Young University B.S. Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Seifert RM, Noot CH, Sahni VN, Jimenez A, Gray L, Hopkins ZH, Frech TM, Hansen CB (2025). Ultraviolet A1 Phototherapy for Improvement of Hand Function in Scleroderma: A Blinded Prospective Study. Br J Dermatol. (Read full publication)
- Ney Z, Ringwood D, Takara M, Frost Z, Conley M, Kean J, Secrest A, Duffin KC, Hopkins Z (2025). Clinical assessment implications from core outcome domain set development exercises in dermatology. J Am Acad Dermatol. (Read full publication)
- Orton CJ, Hopkins ZH, Trump B, Kroes A, Lebiedz-Odrobina D, Clardy SL, Florell A, Bowen AR, Duffy K, Wada DA, Florell SR (2025). Assessing Real-World Utilization/Performance of Salivary Gland Biopsy in Diagnosis of Sjögren Disease: Impact of Overweighting Without Objective Glandular Testing. J Clin Rheumatol. (Read full publication)
- Seifert RM, Teames CR, Sahni V, Noot C, deShazo RA, Powell DL, Rhoads JLW, Clarke JT, Hansen CB, Zone JJ, Hull CM, Hopkins ZH (2025). The impact of allergen avoidance on oral lichen planus: A retrospective cohort-based comparison. J Am Acad Dermatol. (Read full publication)
- Stone CJ, Broadbent E, Sahni VN, Gray L, Clarke JT, Hansen CB, Rhoads JLW, Zone JJ, Hull CM, Wu YP, Kean J, Secrest AM, Hopkins ZH (2025). Use of the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale in a complex medical dermatology clinic: Cross-sectional study evaluating associations between resilience, health-related quality of life, and mental health. J Am Acad Dermatol, 93(1), 252-255. (Read full publication)
- Noot CH, Hansen AM, Frost Z, Rhoads JLW, Hull CM, Zone JJ, Hopkins ZH (2025). Oral lichen planus treated with upadacitinib: A case series. JAAD Case Rep, 63, 125-127. (Read full publication)
- Hansen AM, Seifert R, Beshay A, Hopkins Z, Secrest A (2025). Physician and Trainee Beliefs and Comfort Regarding Psychodermatology Management: A Cross-sectional Survey From a Large Tertiary Care Center Faculty. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol, 18(6), 10-13. (Read full publication)
- Gates C, Blumel C, Hopkins Z, Frigerio A (2025). Citrate-Mediated Enhancement of Sox10 Antibody Affinity: Optimizing Immunohistochemical Staining for Improved Melanoma Detection in Mohs Micrographic Surgery. Dermatol Surg. (Read full publication)
- Schundler SF, Noot CH, Frost Z, Clarke J, Hopkins ZH (2025). Treatment of recalcitrant hypertrophic lichen planus with upadacitinib. JAAD Case Rep, 59, 78-80. (Read full publication)
- Sahni V, Teames C, Seifert R, Conley M, deShazo R, Powell D, Rhoads JLW, Clarke JT, Hansen CB, Zone JJ, Hull CM, Hopkins ZH (2025). The association between skin allergy testing and oral squamous cell carcinoma in oral lichen planus: a retrospective cohort study. Arch Dermatol Res, 317(1), 207. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Perez-Chada LM (2024). Validating Patient-Reported Outcome Measures in Dermatology. JAMA Dermatol. (Read full publication)
- Prez-Chada LM, Hopkins ZH, Balak DMW, Rashid S, Creadore A, Chu B, Villa C, Woodbury MJ, Armstrong AW, Strand V, Gottlieb AB, Merola JF, Barbieri JS (2024). Patient-Reported Outcome Measures for Health-Related Quality of Life in Patients With Psoriasis: A Systematic Review. JAMA Dermatol. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Jimenez A, Taliercio VL, Clarke JT, Hansen CB, Hull CM, Rhoads JLW, Zone JJ, Sahni VN, Kean J, Secrest AM (2023). Skin-Related Quality of Life During Autoimmune Bullous Disease Course. JAMA Dermatol, 159(11), 1185-1194. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins Z, Diaz O, Kaprive JF, Carlisle R, Moreno C, Bommareddy K, Sheikh N, Frost Z, Akhtar A, Secrest AM (2023). Methods Reporting Quality and its Association with Methods Section Length: A Cross-sectional Assessment of STROBE and CONSORT Reporting Adherence in Top-cited Dermatology Journals. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol, 16(7), 54-62. (Read full publication)
- Kuceki G, Snyder AM, Hopkins ZH, Secrest AM (2023). A survey of United States dermatologists' knowledge, attitudes, and practices with intramuscular triamcinolone. Arch Dermatol Res. (Read full publication)
- Elkeeb DM, Hopkins ZH, Bolender CM, Moreno C, Florell SR, Bowen AR, Vitale P, Zussman J, Duffy K, Grossman D, Secrest AM, Wada DA (2022). A Single-Institution Cohort Study With Nevi of Special Site: Recurrence, Progression to Melanoma, and Patterns of Management. Am J Dermatopathol, 45(1), 28-39. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Kuceki G, Taliercio VL, Snyder AM, Stoddard GJ, Duffin KC, Hess R, Secrest AM (2022). Evaluation of Skindex-16 construct validity in routinely collected psoriasis data: a retrospective analysis of the relationship between overall physician global assessment scores and Skindex-16 and measure discordance. Arch Dermatol Res. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Thiboutot D, Homsi HA, Perez-Chada LM, Barbieri JS (2023). Patient-Reported Outcome Measures for Health-Related Quality of Life in Patients With Acne Vulgaris: A Systematic Review of Measure Development and Measurement Properties. JAMA Dermatol, 158(8), 900-911. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Carlisle RP, Frost ZE, Curtis JA, Ferris LK, Secrest AM (2022). Risk Factors and Predictors of Survival Among Patients with Amelanotic Melanoma Compared to Melanotic Melanoma in the National Cancer Database. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol, 14(12), 36-43. (Read full publication)
- Flint ND, Rhoads JLW, Carlisle R, Ferrel M, Hopkins ZH, Secrest AM (2021). The continued inappropriate use and overuse of combination topical clotrimazole-betamethasone. Dermatol Online J, 27(8). (Read full publication)
- Secrest AM, Hopkins ZH, Frost ZE, Taliercio VL, Edwards LD, Biber JE, Chen SC, Chren MM, Ferris LK, Kean J, Hess R, Dermatology PRO Consortium (2020). Quality of Life Assessed Using Skindex-16 Scores Among Patients With Acne Receiving Isotretinoin Treatment. JAMA Dermatol, 156(10), 1098-1106. (Read full publication)
- Carlisle RP, Flint ND, Hopkins ZH, Eliason MJ, Duffin KC, Secrest AM (2020). Administrative Burden and Costs of Prior Authorizations in a Dermatology Department. JAMA Dermatol, 156(10), 1074-1078. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Moreno C, Secrest AM (2020). Influence of Social Media on Cosmetic Procedure Interest. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol, 13(1), 28-31. (Read full publication)
- Nufer TM, Merrill C, Friend L, Hopkins Z, Boyce Z, Edwards JG (2019). Expression of type I mGluRs predicts plasticity in the hippocampal stratum radiatum interneurons. Neurosci Lett, 712, 134472. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Secrest AM (2018). Public Health Implications of Google Searches for Sunscreen, Sunburn, Skin Cancer, and Melanoma in the United States. Am J Health Promot, 33(4), 611-615. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Moreno C, Carlisle R, Secrest AM (2019). Melanoma prognosis in the United States: Identifying barriers for improved care. J Am Acad Dermatol, 80(5), 1256-1262. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Secrest AM (2018). An international comparison of Google searches for sunscreen, sunburn, skin cancer, and melanoma: Current trends and public health implications. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed, 35(2), 87-92. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Boothe D, Hitchcock YJ (2019). Radiotherapy for parotid malignancies: patterns of care and impact on overall survival. J Radiat Oncol, 8, 63-72.
- Hopkins ZH, Carlisle R, Secrest AM (2019). Using Google Search Data for Sunburn as a Surrogate for Sunburn Prevalence in the United States. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol, 12(2), 32-36. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins Z, Witt BL, Monroe MM, Bowen GM, Bowen AR, Lloyd S (2017). Large, Nodulocystic Acneiform Eruption Following Radiotherapy for a Squamous Cell Carcinoma Recurrence in the Cervical Lymphatics. Reports in Cancer and Treatment, 1-4.
- Hopkins Z, E Poruk K, Agarwal J, Poppe M (2017). Local and Locoregional Disease Free Survival in Patients Receiving NSM or SSM Compared with Conventional Mastectomy. Int J Clin Oncol, 4(2), 1-6.
- Boothe D, Hopkins Z, Frandsen J, Lloyd S (2016). Comparison of external beam radiation and brachytherapy to external beam radiation alone for unresectable extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. J Gastrointest Oncol, 7(4), 580-7. (Read full publication)
- Merrill CB, Friend LN, Newton ST, Hopkins ZH, Edwards JG (2015). Ventral tegmental area dopamine and GABA neurons: Physiological properties and expression of mRNA for endocannabinoid biosynthetic elements. Sci Rep, 5, 16176. (Read full publication)
Review
- Sahni VN, Yim R, Amanullah A, Sahni D, Powell D, deShazo R, Rhoads JLW, Clarke JT, Hansen CB, Zone JJ, Hull CM, Hopkins ZH (2025). An Allergy-Based Approach to Orofacial Granulomatosis: A Narrative Review. [Review]. Dermatitis. (Read full publication)
- Powers CM, Thakker S, Gulati N, Talia J, Dubin D, Zone J, Culton DA, Hopkins Z, Adalsteinsson JA (2025). Bullous Pemphigoid: A practical approach to diagnosis and management in the modern era. [Review]. J Am Acad Dermatol. (Read full publication)
Case Report
- Elkeeb D, Hopkins Z, Miles RR, Halwani A, Wada D (2019). Ominous cutaneous presentation of acute myeloid leukemia without peripheral blood involvement upon initial presentation and relapse: case report and literature review. Eur J Dermatol, 28(6), 809-817. (Read full publication)
- Elkeeb D, Hopkins Z, Wada D, Rhoads JLW (2018). A case of primary cutaneous malakoplakia in a cardiac transplant recipient. JAAD Case Rep, 4(10), 982-984. (Read full publication)
- Elkeeb D, Hopkins Z, Florell SR (2018). Pure testicular choriocarcinoma presenting as a friable hemorrhagic nodule on the lip. JAAD Case Rep, 4(7), 705-707. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins Z, Frigerio A, Clarke JT (2018). Acute localized exanthematous pustulosis (ALEP) caused by lamotrigine. JAAD Case Rep, 4(7), 645-647. (Read full publication)
Editorial
- Noot CH, Hopkins ZH, Feldman SR (2025). Response to Papp et al, "Efficacy and safety of ESK-001, a highly selective, oral allosteric TYK2 inhibitor, in patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis: 52-week results from the long-term phase 2 study in patients who participated in the phase 2 STRIDE study". J Am Acad Dermatol. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Perez Chada LM, Duffin KC (2023). Defining what matters through core outcomes set development: Uniting stakeholder perspectives, empowering patient voices. Br J Dermatol. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Han G, Tejasvi T, Deda LC, Goldberg R, Kennedy J, Arey S, Mathis JG, Balk R, Miller J, Secrest AM, Farah R, Lipoff JB (2022). Teledermatology During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Lessons Learned and Future Directions. Cutis, 109(1), 12-13. (Read full publication)
Letter
- Hopkins ZH, Wu BC, Nousari CH (2021). Rituximab versus Mycophenolate Mofetil in Pemphigus Vulgaris. [Letter to the editor]. N Engl J Med, 385(11), 1055-1056. (Read full publication)
- Kennedy J, Arey S, Hopkins Z, Tejasvi T, Farah R, Secrest AM, Lipoff JB (2022). Dermatologist Perceptions of Teledermatology Implementation and Future Use After COVID-19: Demographics, Barriers, and Insights. [Letter to the editor]. JAMA Dermatol, 157(5), 595-597. (Read full publication)
- Hopkins ZH, Secrest AM (2020). Clarification Regarding Noninferiority and a Discussion of Model Selection and Treatment Effects in Observational Research. [Letter to the editor]. JAMA Dermatol, 156(9), 1028-1029. (Read full publication)
- Gaufin M, Hess R, Hopkins ZH, Biber JE, Secrest AM (2019). Practical screening for depression in dermatology: using technology to improve care. [Letter to the editor]. Br J Dermatol, 182(3), 786-787. (Read full publication)
- Secrest AM, Chren MM, Hopkins ZH, Chen SC, Ferris LK, Hess R (2019). Benefits to patient care of electronically capturing patient-reported outcomes in dermatology. [Letter to the editor]. Br J Dermatol, 181(4), 826-827. (Read full publication)
Other
- Seifert RM, Hull CM, deShazo RA, Powell DL, Rhoads JLW, Zone JJ, Hopkins ZH (2025). The Impact of Allergen Avoidance in Burning Mouth Syndrome: A Case Series. Dermatitis. United States. (Read full publication)
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