Luke S. Johnson

Luke S. Johnson is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Dermatology department and an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Pediatrics at the University of Utah. A board-certified dermatologist with specialized training in Pediatric Dermatology, he treats both adults and children for conditions ranging from acne and eczema to rare disorders like immunodeficiency states and unusual birthmarks.

• Education:
  • MD from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
  • Fellowship in Pediatric Dermatology at Oregon Health & Science University
  • Residency in Dermatology at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • Internship at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Postbaccalaureate studies at Salt Lake Community College and University of Utah
  • B.S. in Psychology with minor in Theatre Arts from Westminster College

His clinical methods integrate lifestyle recommendations, medications, surgery, and laser techniques. Recent research focuses on skin cancer recurrence, hair regrowth therapies, and infectious dermatoses in immunocompromised patients, including collaborations on AI-assisted alopecia treatments and HPV-related pathologies.

Board Certifications:

• American Board of Dermatology
• American Board of Dermatology (Pediatric Dermatology Subspecialty)
• National Board of Medical Examiners