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Utah Eyelid and Facial Plastic Surgery

THE SPECIALISTS BEHIND YOUR CARE

A focused practice.
Personal by design.

Meet Dr. Matheson Harris and Dr. Douglas Marx.

Our practice specializes in cosmetic and functional oculoplastic and facial surgery, with care for the delicate structures around your eyes.

Dr. HarrisDr. Marx
Surgical team passing an instrument in an operating room

TRAINING THAT SHAPES YOUR CARE

Eyes and face.
Function and form.

Both surgeons are board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and completed fellowships in eyelid and facial plastic surgery.

Explore our expertise
Dr. Matheson HarrisOCULOPLASTIC SURGEON

MEET YOUR SURGEON

Dr. Matheson Harris

Dr. Matheson Harris is a board-certified ophthalmologist and ASOPRS fellow specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Since establishing Utah Eyelid & Facial Plastic Surgery in 2011, he has focused on medical and cosmetic care for the eyelids, tear drainage system, and surrounding facial structures.

His experience spans surgical practice, research, academic medicine, and international medical missions. He serves as an Adjunct Clinical Professor at the University of Utah’s John A. Moran Eye Center and emphasizes individualized treatment that preserves function and natural appearance.

  • Medical degree from Pennsylvania State University and ophthalmology residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he was Resident of the Year.
  • Two-year ASOPRS fellowship at West Virginia University Eye Institute.
  • Board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology; fellow and member of ASOPRS.
  • Published researcher and participant in international medical missions across multiple regions.
Read full profile: Dr. Matheson Harris
Dr. Douglas MarxOCULOPLASTIC SURGEON

MEET YOUR SURGEON

Dr. Douglas Marx

Dr. Douglas Marx is a board-certified oculoplastic surgeon specializing in eye socket, eyelid, and tear duct surgery. A Utah native, he brings experience in medical and cosmetic eyelid care, complex reconstruction, research, and medical education to Utah Eyelid & Facial Plastic Surgery.

His career includes academic and clinical leadership at Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Utah’s Moran Eye Center. He combines this background with an individualized approach to care, considering eye health, facial anatomy, and each patient’s functional and cosmetic concerns.

  • Medical degree from Georgetown University and ophthalmology residency at Baylor College of Medicine.
  • Fellowship training in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery at Oregon Health & Science University’s Casey Eye Institute.
  • Former Chief of the Oculoplastic Division at the Moran Eye Center and co-founder of the University of Utah Thyroid Eye Disease Center.
  • Published researcher, medical textbook contributor, and recipient of professional teaching awards.
Read full profile: Dr. Douglas Marx

RESEARCH & EDUCATION

A commitment
to the specialty.

Selected publications by Dr. Harris

BEYOND THE PRACTICE

Sharing knowledge.
Supporting care.

Read our outreach stories

Dr. Harris and his wife Micki have been involved in international outreach missionary work since starting practice in Salt Lake City in 2011. They work primarily with LDS Charities, visiting multiple countries to provide development and implementation of vision related projects. As of 2016, they were assigned to Chile, Uruguay, Argentina and Haiti, making 4-5 trips per year to teach oculoplastic surgery and deliver needed equipment. Their goal is to teach the local doctors the techniques they need to be self-sufficient in delivering care to their own people. Ultimately, they hope to not be needed in these countries as the local doctors become well skilled and independent. See our blog to read about our experiences over seas.

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FROM OUR ARCHIVE

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PERSONAL CARE. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE.

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