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Douglas L. Powell
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Douglas L. Powell, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Midvalley Health Center Dermatology

Dermatology
Murray
801-581-2955

  • Douglas Powell, MD specializes in the treatment of allergic contact dermatitis, dermatitis, and urticaria/hives. He is board certified in dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Contact Dermatitis Society. His main clinical focus is to determine the possible causes of persistent severe dermatitis and to determine if it is allergic in nature. He also investigates to determine possible allergies to metal prostheses. He has a particular interest in the evaluation of contact urticaria to metals. He also focuses on the treatment of difficult cases of urticaria in patients who have failed standard therapies.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Patient Rating

    5.0 /5
    ( out of 730 reviews )

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    March 22, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    positive experience

    March 14, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    Dr. Powell is absolutely amazing! I'm so grateful for everything he did to help me!

    March 14, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    I used to live in SLC but now live in Illinois. I plan my ski trip and annual check up so I can visit Dr Powell. I trust him so I come back.

    March 13, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    This was my first time with Dr Powell he was very friendly and told me that he would Figure out my problem and he did.

    February 28, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    He is one of the best doctor I have been to. He is always friendly and make you feel like he is your best friend. Been very impressed with Dr Powell over the years I have been to him. If something wasn't right he will make sure he can find a solution

    February 27, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    Good doctor

    February 27, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    Loved his bow tie, engaging demeanor, and his magic trick. I think it's good for children to see adult professionals in this light.

    February 26, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    I am extremely grateful to Dr. Powell for her continuous follow-up regarding the provision of the most appropriate medication and the best treatment for my skin condition.

    February 26, 2025
    MIDVALLEY

    Dr Powell is an amazing professional. He cares about his patient, and explains so well every step, and the type of condition I have and what to expect. I am thinking of becoming one of his patients too.

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  • Douglas Powell, MD specializes in the treatment of allergic contact dermatitis, dermatitis, and urticaria/hives. He is board certified in dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Contact Dermatitis Society. His main clinical focus is to determine the possible causes of persistent severe dermatitis and to determine if it is allergic in nature. He also investigates to determine possible allergies to metal prostheses. He has a particular interest in the evaluation of contact urticaria to metals. He also focuses on the treatment of difficult cases of urticaria in patients who have failed standard therapies.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Dermatology -Professor (Clinical)
    Board Certification
    American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology)
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Education history

    Residency Dermatology - University of Rochester Resident
    Internship LDS Hospital Intern
    Professional Medical University of Utah Hospital School of Medicine M.D.
    Undergraduate Microbiology - Brigham Young University B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. 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. ()
    2. Kern JA, Amanullah AA, Sahni DR, Mathis JG, Hull CM, Powell DL, Secrest AM (2023). Granulomatous cheilitis - is there a role for allergen screening and avoidance? J Dermatolog Treat, 34(1), 2171707. ()
    3. Amanullah AA, Sahni DR, Sahni VN, Hull CM, Powell DL, Secrest AM (2022). Reply to: current treatment modalities in granulomatous cheilitis. Int J Dermatol. ()
    4. Okeke CAV, Malik AM, Atwater AR, Powell DL, Czajkowski G, Castanedo-Tardan MP, Montanez-Wiscovich M, Wu PA, Members of the American Contact Dermatitis Society Diversity Equity Inclusion and Healthcare Disparities Committee (2022). American Contact Dermatitis Society Position Statement: Dermatitis and Skin of Color. Dermatitis, 33(1), 3-9. ()
    5. Schlarbaum JP, Dunnick CA, Scheman AJ, Powell DL, deShazo RA, Neeley AB, Warshaw EM, McKinney ZJ, Hylwa SA (2020). A Mini-epidemic of Suspected Contact Dermatitis to Delta Airlines Uniforms. Dermatitis, 32(4), e69-e71. ()
    6. Schlarbaum JP, Dunnick CA, Scheman AJPowell DL, deShazo RA, Neeley AB, Warshaw EM, McKinney ZJ, Hylwa SA (2020). A Mini-epidemic of Suspected Contact Dermatitis to Delta Airlines Uniforms.  Dermatitis. 2020 Dec 1. doi: 10.1097/DER.0000000000000692. . Dermatitis.
    7. Rundle CW, Presley CL, Militello M, Barber C, Powell DL, Jacob SE, Atwater AR, Watsky KL, Yu J, Dunnick CA (2020). Hand hygiene during COVID-19: Recommendations from the American Contact Dermatitis Society. J Am Acad Dermatol, 83(6), 1730-1737. ()
    8. Truong A, Secrest AM, Zhang M, Forbes BR, Laggis CW, McFadden M, Gardner LJ, Powell DL, Lewis BKH (2020). A survey of dermatologic health-related quality of life and resource access in patients experiencing homelessness. J Am Acad Dermatol, 85(3), 775-778. ()
    9. Sharma V, DeShazo RA, Skidmore CR, Glotzbach JP, Koliopoulou A, Javan H, McKellar SH, Powell DL, Selzman CH (2019). Surgical explantation of atrial septal closure devices for refractory nickel allergy symptoms. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg, 160(2), 502-509.e1. ()
    10. Schlarbaum JP, Powell DL (2020). Phytodermatitis From Plumbago: Pretty Is Not Painless. Dermatitis, 31(4), e32-e34. ()
    11. Sheikh UA, deShazo RA, Powell D (2020). Contact Urticaria to Components of Balsam of Peru Presenting Like Food Allergy With Systemic Symptoms. Dermatitis, 31(3), e20-e21. ()
    12. Jacob SE, McGowan M, Silverberg NB, Pelletier JL, Fonacier L, Mousdicas N, Powell D, Scheman A, Goldenberg A (2017). Pediatric Contact Dermatitis Registry Data on Contact Allergy in Children With Atopic Dermatitis. JAMA Dermatol, 153(8), 765-770. ()
    13. Goldenberg A, Mousdicas N, Silverberg N, Powell D, Pelletier JL, Silverberg JI, Zippin J, Fonacier L, Tosti A, Lawley L, Wu Chang M, Scheman A, Kleiner G, Williams J, Watsky K, Dunnick CA, Frederickson R, Matiz C, Chaney K, Estes TS, Botto N, Draper M, Kircik L, Lugo-Somolinos A, Machler B, Jacob SE (2016). Pediatric Contact Dermatitis Registry Inaugural Case Data. Dermatitis, 27(5), 293-302. ()
    14. Goodson A, Powell D (2014). Contact dermatitis to epoxy resins presenting as conjunctivitis. Dermatitis, 25(1), 34. ()
    15. Pho LN, Eliason MJ, Regruto M, Hull CM, Powell DL (2011). Treatment of chronic urticaria with colchicine. J Drugs Dermatol, 10(12), 1423-8. ()
    16. Wilson LH, Eliason MJ, Leiferman KM, Hull CM, Powell DL (2011). Treatment of refractory chronic urticaria with tumor necrosis factor-alfa inhibitors. J Am Acad Dermatol, 64(6), 1221-2. ()
    17. Endo JO, Davis C, Powell DL (2011). The potential utility of patch testing in identifying the causative agent of morbilliform drug eruptions. Dermatitis, 22(2), 114-5. ()
    18. Powell D, Ahmed S (2010). Soccer shin guard reactions: allergic and irritant. Dermatitis, 21(3), 162-6.
    19. Powell D, Ahmed S (2010). Soccer shin guard reactions: allergic and irritant reactions. Dermatitis, 21(3), 162-6. ()
    20. Rabkin DG, Whitehead KJ, Michaels AD, Powell DL, Karwande SV (2008). Unusual Presentation of Nickel Allergy Requiring Explanation of an Amplatzer Atrial Septal Occluder Device. Clin Cardiol.
    21. Liddle M, Hull C, Liu C, Powell D (2006). Contact urticaria from curcumin. Dermatitis, 17(4), 196-7. ()
    22. Fields K, Nelson T, Powell D (2006). Contact Dermatitis to Baby Wipes; A Case Series. J Am Acad Dermatol.

    Letter

    1. Ali NS, Sahni VN, Ma BC, Sahni DR, Hull CM, Powell DL, Secrest AM (2021). Reply to: low response of granulomatous cheilitis to currently established treatments. [Letter to the editor]. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol, 35(12), e930-e931. ()
    2. Truong A, Laggis CW, Annis TD, Secrest AM, Fino NF, Powell DL, Gardner LJ, Gregory T, Hull CM, Lewis BKH (2019). Factors associated with follow-up adherence in patients seen at a referral-based dermatology clinic for the homeless. [Letter to the editor]. J Am Acad Dermatol, 83(2), 629-631. ()

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