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Dr. Rodney Schmelzer, MD

Dr. Rodney Schmelzer, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Rodney Schmelzer, MD is a plastic surgeon in Salt Lake City, UT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Mark's Hospital and Timpanogos Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Locations

Selarom Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa

Selarom Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa5089 S 900 E Ste 100 Salt Lake City, UT 84117
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Selarom Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa2950 N Church St Ste 101B Layton, UT 84040
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Craniofacial Foundation of Utah

Craniofacial Foundation of Utah750 W 800 N Ste 310 Orem, UT 84057
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Primary Children's Hospital - Plastic Surgery

Primary Children's Hospital - Plastic Surgery100 N Mario Capecchi Dr Salt Lake City, UT 84113
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Schmelzer is affiliated with St. Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Schmelzer specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Schmelzer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schmelzer

3.8

30 ratings, 14 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Satisfied Patient – Sep 26, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Anonymous – Aug 18, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Ag – Aug 18, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Nov 10, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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MsChris72 – Mar 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Youngs in Sandy, UT – May 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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UT – May 21, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Adana Irvine in Cedar Hills , UT – Oct 10, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Bennett13 in Salt Lake City, UT – Aug 30, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Benson’s in Orem, UT – Aug 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Amy in Clearfield, UT – Dec 22, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Riverton, UT – Dec 16, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Keri in Walla Walla, Washington – Feb 02, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Adult and Pediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

biography

Craniofacial Plastic surgery Board Certified and Fellowship Trained
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Medical City Dallas

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Washington University

    Residency Hospital
  • Washington University

    Internship Hospital
  • Case Western Reserve University

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Timpanogos Regional Hospital

    750 W 800 N
    Orem, UT 84057

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • St. Mark's Hospital

    1200 E 3900 S
    Salt Lake City, UT 84124
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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