Amy J. Theos

Amy J. Theos is a Clinical Professor in Dermatology and Adjunct Professor in Pediatrics at the University of Utah, specializing in pediatric dermatology, vascular anomalies, and genetic skin conditions. She provides outpatient care for children aged 0-19, emphasizing family-centered treatment and tailored care for conditions like hemangiomas and neurofibromatosis type 1. Previously, she practiced at Children’s of Alabama for 22 years before relocating to Salt Lake City.

• Education:
  • M.D. from Louisiana State University Health New Orleans School of Medicine (2002)
  • B.S. in Microbiology from Louisiana State University College of Science (1998)
• Clinical Expertise:
  • Infantile hemangiomas and PHACE syndrome
  • Neurofibromatosis type 1 and vascular tumors
  • Congenital/autosomal skin disorders
• Research Trends:
  • Genetic basis of skin diseases (NF1, GJB2, MBTPS2 mutations)
  • Vascular anomalies and laser therapies
  • Immunologic and inflammatory skin conditions
• Publications:
  • 15+ peer-reviewed articles (2004–2021) in journals like Frontiers in Immunology, JAMA Dermatology, and Pediatric Dermatology
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology and Pediatric Dermatology)