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Firouz Daneshgari, MD

Female Urology/Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive SurgeryDr. Daneshgari is an executive-entrepreneur & a surgeon-scientist who has continuously built upon his deep understanding and passion for innovations

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Shivani Pathak, MD

I am devoted to delivering exceptional, evidence-based medical and surgical Ear Nose and Throat care. I approach each patient as a unique individual, fostering long-term

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Peter Syre, MD

Peter Syre, MD has always been interested in the neurosciences and studied it extensively. Dr. Syre is passionate about volunteering. Before starting medical school, he

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Paul Elliot, MD

Paul Elliott, MD is a Fellowship-Trained and Board-Certified Neurosurgeon. Since June 2006 he has served as the President and CEO of Colorado Brain and Spine

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Eddie Tsvankin, MD

I consider myself an honorary Colorado native – after immigrating to the United States as a child, I grew up in Lakewood, earned my Bachelor’s

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Colin Buchanan, MD

Colin C. Buchanan, MD is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon who specializes in the management of complex spinal disorders and minimally invasive surgery (MIS). He is currently

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Philip York, MD

Introducing Dr. Philip York: Your Expert Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Meet Dr. Philip York, a distinguished board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon at Smith Medical and The Orchard

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Angela Bohnen, MD, FAANS

Angela Bohnen, MD, FAANS, is a revered Denver neurosurgeon at Smith Medical Direct Specialty Care specializing in treating spine and brain conditions. She is well

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Gary Snider, MD

Gary R. Snider, MD is a proud plastic surgeon at Smith Medical Direct Specialty Care specializing in general surgery and has experience through a fellowship

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Heidi J. Oster, MD

Heidi J. Oster, MD, graduated from the School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles in 1988. She completed her residency at Harbor-UCLA

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In Sok Yi, MD

In Sok Yi, MD brings a wealth of knowledge and clinical expertise within the field of hand and upper extremity surgery to his patients. Dr.

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Robert Greenhow, MD

Introducing Dr. Robert J. Greenhow, MD: A Pioneer in Orthopedic Surgery Originating from the vibrant land of Canada, Dr. Greenhow boasts a remarkable academic journey,

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Philip Woodworth, MD

Philip Woodworth, MD, is a highly skilled physician serving patients at the Institute of Esophageal and Reflux Surgery in Lone Tree, Colorado, a part of

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Naveed Ismail, MD

Naveed Ismail, MD is a proud Smith Medical Direct Specialty Care partner as an exceptional general surgeon. He is happy to be a part of

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Jillian Ciocchetti, MD

Jillian Ciocchetti, MD, FACS has always wanted to use her knowledge, work ethic, and skills to improve the quality of life for others. “It is

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Jessica Herzog, DPM

As a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon at Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care, Dr. Jessica Herzog provides exceptional foot and ankle care. Dr. Herzog

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Mark Fitzgerald, MD

Orthopedic Expert: Dr. Fitzgerald, Your Go-To for Sports Injuries and Cutting-Edge Repairs Dr. Fitzgerald isn’t just an orthopedic surgeon – he’s a champion of active

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Anthony Valenti, DPM

Dr. Anthony “Nino” Valenti was born and raised in Golden and attended Golden HS. He was born at Lutheran Medical Center right next to our

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John Sharp, DPM

Dr. John Sharp grew up in the Midwest and received his BS in Biology from Indiana University. He received his doctorate in Podiatric Medicine in

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Jeff Cutler, MD

Dr. Cutler has dedicated himself to caring for patients with a variety of ear, nose, and throat disorders. He enjoys caring for patients of all

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Chris Cote, MD

Chris Cote, MD’s background of training in ear, nose, throat, head and neck surgery, and facial plastic surgery allows him to balance both form and

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Ryan Carr, MD

Dr. Ryan Carr is a board-certified, dual-fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder, hip, and knee disorders here at Smith Medical Direct Specialty Care. Among the

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Keith Swartz, MD

Keith Swartz, MD, joins AOO/ENT specialists of the Rockies following 16 years in the United States Air Force culminating in his appointment as the Chief

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Jeffrey Chain, MD

Dr. Jeff Chain is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology who serves as a surgeon at Smith Medical Direct Specialty Care. In 2003,

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