For specialists, training is by necessity focused on a narrow area of the body or a particular organ system. I believe, however, in treating patients and their neurological problems in a more wholistic way, recognizing that healing is often best achieved through multiple approaches. When possible, I recommend non-surgical care and prefer minimally invasive techniques over more invasive ones. I work closely with other local physicians, therapists, pain management specialists and other caregivers to provide the best combination of treatments for each individual I see.

A native of the Rocky Mountain West, our family moved to Colorado in 2021. Outside of the hospital and clinic you can find me backpacking, skiing, biking, sailing or playing golf in the mountains, lakes and fairways in the area, often with one or more of my kids sharing in the adventure.

Locations

UCHealth Brain and Spine Clinic - Longmont (Primary)

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1925 Mountain View Avenue
3rd floor
Longmont, CO 80501
Monday: 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 8am - 4:30pm
Friday: 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital

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844.945.2500 (Español)
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1750 E. Ken Pratt Boulevard
Longmont, CO 80504
Monday: All day
Tuesday: All day
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: All day
Friday: All day
Saturday: All day
Sunday: All day

Qualifications and experience

Specialties
Neurosurgery, Brain and Nervous System - General Neurosurgery, Surgery - Neurosurgery
Languages spoken
English
Education
Residency
University Hospitals of Cleveland/Case Western Reserve University (2014)

Master of Business Administration
Case Western Reserve University — Weatherhead School of Management (2013)

Internship
University Hospitals of Cleveland/Case Western Reserve University (2008)

Doctor of Medicine
New York Medical College (2007)

Bachelor of Arts
Brigham Young University (2002)

Board Certification
Certification Agency Member Board Specialty Year
American Board of Medical Specialties American Board of Neurological Surgery Neurological Surgery 2019
Clinical interest for patients
  • Surgery of the spine: cervical, thoracic and lumbar for treatment of disc herniations, stenosis, spondylolisthesis, myelopathy, radiculopathy, fractures and tumors.
  • Open and minimally invasive surgical approaches.
  • Cervical artificial disc replacement.
  • Treatment of brain and spine trauma.
  • Treatment of intracranial hemorrhage.
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome.
Research interest for patients
  • Quality improvement initiatives in medical care.
  • Comprehensive/holistic approaches to wellness and healing.
Insurance
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