Claudia Barberio Kunrath, MD
Associate Professor of Clinical Practice, Pediatrics-Critical Care Medicine

Pediatric Intensivist
Pediatric hospitalist
Clinic 303-436-6000
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Gender: Female
Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish
Department, Section/Division: Pediatrics-Critical Care Medicine

Practice Locations

Denver Health
777 Bannock St
Denver, CO 80204
303-436-6000
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Hospital Affiliation
  • Children's Hospital Colorado
  • Denver Health Medical Center

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Pediatrics - Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Board Certification (2008)
  • Pediatrics, Board Certification (2005)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Child and Teen Health
  • Children's Health
  • Infant and Toddler Health
  • Pediatric Diseases and Conditions
  • Teen Health
  • Critical Care
Clinical Interest for Patients
My many clinical interests include trauma, pain management, ethics, education.

Care Philosophy
I strive to provide the best care for my patients and give support for their families. I believe that communication between staff , patients and families is key for optimal care.

Personal Interests
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, reading and doing activities outdoors

Education & Training

Medical Schools:
  • MD, Fundação Faculdade Federal de Ciências Médicas de Porto Alegre, Brazil (1995)

Residency Program:
  • Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo/University at Buffalo Program, Pediatrics (2005)

Fellowships:
  • University of Colorado (Children's Hospital Colorado) Program, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine (2008)

Recognition & Awards

  • Denver Health LIC ( medical students) teacher of the year, School of Medicine University of Colorado (2023)
  • Compassionate Care Award, Denver Health Pediatric staff (2023)
  • Denver’s Top Docs – Pediatric Critical Care, 5280 Magazine (2022)
  • Denver’s Top Docs – Pediatric Critical Care, 5280 Magazine (2017)
  • Compassionate Care Award, Denver Health Pediatric Department (2017)
  • Denver’s Top Docs – Pediatric Critical Care, 5280 Magazine (2016)
  • Denver Top Docs- Pediatric Critical Care, 5280 Magazine (2015)
  • Outstanding Clinician Award, Denver Heatlh Medical Center (2015)
  • 5280 Magazine Denver’s Top Docs, 5280 (2014)
  • Denver Top Docs- Pediatric Critical Care, 5280 Magazine (2012)
  • 2011 Gary Way Award for Outstanding teaching, Department of Pediatrics/ University of Colorado (2011)
  • Denver’s Top Docs – Pediatric Critical Care, 5280 Magazine (2011)

Professional Memberships

  • AAP, MD
  • SCCM, MD

Teaching

  • associate director residency (2023)
    School of Medicine, Pediatrics
    Education, diversity, equity
  • Clinical Associate Professor- University of Colorado- Denver (2008)
    School of Medicine, Pediatrics
    Pediatric Critical Care, equity, diversity, pediatric trauma

Research & Grants

Research interests for Patients:
My research interests are primarily focused on investigating endocrine response in critical care - DKA, pictograms in asthma , diversity, equity and inclusion and education.

Information for Referring Providers

Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
My many clinical interests include trauma, pain management, ethics.

Research Interest for Referring Providers
My research interests are primarily focused on investigating endocrine response in critical care - DKA, pictograms in asthma , diversity, equity and inclusion and education.