Clinical Interest for Patients
I am a fellowship trained surgical oncologist who has particular interest in difficult wound management. These wounds may be the result of cancer, cancer treatment, or a non-cancer cause.
Care Philosophy
A wound that won't heal may be painful, difficult to manage, and interfere with daily activities. It is always frustrating. I strive to help patients with wounds understand their disease and treatment options, as well as connect with them on a more personal level to help them feel that they are in a safe and caring treatment environment.
Personal Interests
Outside of the hospital I enjoy spending time with family, travelling, knitting and weaving.
Education & Training
Medical Schools:
MD, University of Utah School of Medicine
(1989)
Graduate Schools:
MEd, Stanford University
(1983)
Undergraduate Schools:
BS, Idaho State University (ID)
(1981)
Internships:
University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program
(1990)
Residency Program:
University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program, Surgery (1994)
Fellowships:
Fox Chase Cancer Center Program, Surgery
(1996)
Recognition & Awards
Golden Apple Teaching Award, 3rd year medical students
(2010)
Outstanding Full-Time Physician Award, University of Colorado Hospital
(2008)
One of America's Top Surgeons, Consumer's Research Council of America
(2004)
Top Doctors In America, Ladies Home Journal
(2002)
Top Doctor, 5280 Magazine
(2002)
Also honored in 1998
Top Doctors In America, Redbook Magazine
(2001)
Professional Memberships
American College of Surgeons (ACS), Member
American College of Surgeons Oncology Group, Member
Denver Academy of Surgery, Member
National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project, Member
Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
I am a fellowship trained surgical oncologist who has particular interest in difficult wound management. These wounds may have been caused by cancer or the consequences of treatment or they may have a non-malignant cause.