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Orthopaedic Surgeons in Colorado

Orthopaedic surgeons specialise in bones, joints, muscles and ligaments, with and without surgery. Below are 35 orthopaedic surgeons practising in Colorado, across Denver, Colorado Springs, Golden, Vail, Aurora and Lone Tree, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Orthopaedic Surgeons in Colorado

  1. John M. Gargaro, MD Orthopaedics Denver, CO 80205
  2. Jason R. Wild, MD Orthopaedics Colorado Springs, CO 80910
  3. Nimesh B. Patel, MD Orthopaedics Golden, CO 80401
  4. Hannah Harris, MD Orthopaedics Vail, CO 81657
  5. Philip A. Stull, MD Orthopaedics Aurora, CO 80012
  6. Christopher D. Joyce, MD Orthopaedics Lone Tree, CO 80124
  7. Michael D. Gallagher, MD Orthopaedics Lafayette, CO 80026
  8. Mitchell L. Copeland, DO Orthopaedics Grand Junction, CO 81501
  9. Jeffrey R. Gagliano, MD Orthopaedics Boulder, CO 80301
  10. Thomas J. Pazik, MD Orthopaedics Greeley, CO 80634
  11. Steven J. Morgan, MD Orthopaedics Englewood, CO 80113
  12. Roger W. Davis, MD Orthopaedics Pueblo, CO 81008
  13. Lee B. Grant, MD Orthopaedics Fort Collins, CO 80525
  14. Curtis L. Leonard, MD Orthopaedics Longmont, CO 80503
  15. Lori E. Harrington, MD Orthopaedics Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
  16. Louis H. Winkler, MD Orthopaedics Montrose, CO 81401
  17. Daniel J. Kaplan, DO Orthopaedics Parker, CO 80134
  18. Michelle Nentwig, MD Orthopaedics Thornton, CO 80229
  19. Michael S. Shen, MD Orthopaedics Louisville, CO 80027
  20. Braden Jones, MD Orthopaedics Cortez, CO 81321
  21. Ryan Martyn Orthopaedics Durango, CO 81301
  22. Nicholas Stockwell, DO Orthopaedics Castle Rock, CO 80109
  23. Thomas P. Moore, MD Orthopaedics Basalt, CO 81621
  24. Andrew E. Moore, MD Orthopaedics Peterson Afb, CO 80914
  25. Jan E. Leo, MD Orthopaedics Littleton, CO 80120
  26. Craig M. Hankins, MD Orthopaedics Alamosa, CO 81101
  27. Christopher J. Copeland, DO Orthopaedics Fruita, CO 81521
  28. Michael R. Hajek, MD Orthopaedics Wray, CO 80758
  29. Michael C. Bagley, DO Orthopaedics Westminster, CO 80023
  30. Anthony Richards, MD Orthopaedics Ridgway, CO 81432
  31. Michael P. Grant, MD Orthopaedics Estes Park, CO 80517
  32. Jacob F. Patterson Orthopaedics Canon City, CO 81212
  33. Darrel T. Fenton, DO Orthopaedics Sterling, CO 80751
  34. Patrick W. Rooney, MD Orthopaedics Fort Carson, CO 80913
  35. Woosik M. Chung, MD Orthopaedics Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see an orthopaedic surgeon

Common reasons

  • Knee, hip and shoulder pain
  • Back and neck problems
  • Sports injuries and fractures
  • Arthritis
  • Recovery after joint surgery

Signs it may be time

  • Joint pain limits your daily life
  • An injury is not improving after a few weeks
  • Your primary care doctor or physical therapist referred you
  • You are deciding whether surgery makes sense

How to get the most from your orthopaedic surgeon visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them
  • Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better
2

During: questions to ask

  • What is causing the pain, and what are my options without surgery?
  • If surgery is an option, what does recovery look like?
  • What activities should I avoid or keep doing?
  • How will we know if things are improving?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • Pain level each day and what you were doing
  • Physical therapy exercises completed
  • Sleep and swelling

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Recovery happens at home, one day at a time. Tracking pain, exercises and progress lets your surgeon or physical therapist see whether you are on track, and catch setbacks early. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next orthopaedic surgeon appointment in Colorado with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

  • Log symptoms and side effects by talking
  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
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Questions

How do I find an orthopaedic surgeon in Colorado?

This page lists 35 orthopaedic surgeons practising in Colorado, including Denver, Colorado Springs, Golden, Vail, Aurora and Lone Tree, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Colorado?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first orthopaedic surgeon appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them; Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon?

Many insurance plans need one; some do not. Check your plan before booking.

Does seeing an orthopaedic surgeon mean I need surgery?

No. Many conditions are treated without surgery, with physical therapy, activity changes or injections.

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