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L. Dana DeWitt
( out of 57 reviews )

L. Dana DeWitt, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Clinical Neurosciences Center

Salt Lake City
801-585-7575

Imaging and Neurosciences Center

Salt Lake City
801-585-7575
  • L. Dana DeWitt, MD is Medical Director for the Inpatient Neurology Service at University Hospital. She is also a member of the Brain Attack Team and interprets transcranial Doppler. She has had the honor of receiving awards as Best of Boston Magazine’s Top Docs for Women, Consumers’ Checkbook Top Docs, and Best Doctors in America 2005-2008.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

    Patient Rating

    4.8 /5
    ( out of 57 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.

    July 15, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Very nice, listens, suggest and I enjoy her and respect what she says

    May 30, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr DeWitt is an amazing neurologist who cares deeply about her clients and goes above and beyond to help in any way she can.

    May 02, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr. Dewitt is knowledgeable and compassionate. She's also delightful to talk with.

    March 28, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr. Dewitt is very responsible and I feel like she cares for me and what is going on with my disease.

    March 23, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    She's an amazing doctor and someone I know I can trust.

    March 14, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    My husband has been a happy patient of Dr. Dewitt's for 10 years now. We are always pleased with the level of care received and professionalism. She seems to work well with her residents and fellows in helping her patients to make good informed decisions about their healthcare. I do not expect less than the best from a visit with Dr. Dewitt.

    February 22, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr. Dewitt is the best doctor. I trust her and I make the best decisions because of her input.

    February 08, 2024
    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    very friendly and caring

    January 27, 2024
    CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

    Dr Dewitt is has been my Dr for many years. She takes time to explain any test results and offer suggestions that may help.

  • L. Dana DeWitt, MD is Medical Director for the Inpatient Neurology Service at University Hospital. She is also a member of the Brain Attack Team and interprets transcranial Doppler. She has had the honor of receiving awards as Best of Boston Magazine’s Top Docs for Women, Consumers’ Checkbook Top Docs, and Best Doctors in America 2005-2008.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Neurology -Primary
    Board Certification
    American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

    Education history

    Fellowship Neurology - Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital Fellow
    Chief Resident Neurology - University of Michigan Chief Resident
    Residency Neurology - University of Michigan Resident
    Internship Internal Medicine - Michael Reese Hospital Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - Tulane University M.D.
    Undergraduate Biology - Southern Methodist University B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Chung LS, Tkach A, Lingenfelter EM, Dehoney SB, Rollo J, de Havenon A, DeWitt LD, Grantz MR, Wang H, Wold JJ, Hannon PM, Weathered NR, Majersik JJ (2015). Tissue Plasminogen Activator Prescription and Administration Errors within a Regional Stroke System. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis, 25(3), 565-71. ()
    2. Sangle N, Baringer JR, Majersik J, DeWitt LD (2015). CADASIL with Multiorgan Involvement: a Complete Autopsy Examination Report. Can J Neurol Sci, 43(1), 202-5. ()
    3. Kinard K, Osborn AG, Palmer CA, Warner JE, Katz BJ, Crum AV, DeWitt LD, Sonnen JA, Digre KB (2015). Ataxia at the Masquerade Ball. J Neuroophthalmol, 35(3), 315-8. ()
    4. Bennett AE, Hoesch RE, DeWitt LD, Afra P, Ansari SA (2014). Therapeutic hypothermia for status epilepticus: A report, historical perspective, and review. Clin Neurol Neurosurg, 126, 103-9. ()
    5. Caplan L, Wityk R, Pazdera L, Chang HM, Pessin M, DeWitt LD (2005). New England Medical Center Posterior Circulation Streoke Registry II. Vascular Lesions. J Clin Neurol, 1(1), 31-49.