Julie Wilson, MD
Associate Professor, Orthopedics

Concussion Program Co-Director
Sports Medicine Fellowship Faculty
Orthopedics Co-Medical Director of Informatics
Outreach Club Co-Medical Director
Clinic (720) 777-3899
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Gender: Female
Languages: English, Spanish
Department, Section/Division: Orthopedics
Pediatrics-General Pediatrics

Practice Locations

Children's Colorado Outpatient and Urgent Care at Uptown
1830 Franklin St
Denver, CO 80218
720-777-1360
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Children's Colorado Health Pavilion
860 N Potomac Cir
Aurora, CO 80111
720-777-1234
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Children's Colorado Orthopedic Care
9094 E. Mineral Ave
Suite 110
Centennial, CO 80112
720-777-1310
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Hospital Affiliation
  • Children's Hospital Colorado

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Pediatrics - Pediatric Sports Medicine, Board Certification (2011,2021)
  • Pediatrics, Board Certification (2010,2020)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Bones, Joints and Muscles
  • Back Pain
  • Foot and Ankle Injuries and Disorders
  • Fractures
  • Hip Injuries and Disorders
  • Knee Injuries and Disorders
  • Leg Injuries and Disorders
  • Shoulder Injuries and Disorders
  • Sprains and Strains
  • Brain and Nervous System
  • Traumatic and Acquired Brain Injuries
Clinical Interest for Patients
I enjoy taking care of patients from childhood through adolescence for the care of injuries related to sports and other physical activities. I treat concussions, sprains/strains, joint injuries including dislocations, fractures, and overuse injuries. I also consult regarding the impact of medical conditions on sports participation and exercise.

Care Philosophy
My philosophy of care is a commitment to my patients and their families to deliver care that is supported by the highest order of compassion, innovation, science, and technology.

Personal Interests
I enjoy spending time outdoors with my husband and our dogs in the beautiful Colorado weather and scenery through snowshoeing, hiking, cycling and snowboarding.

Volunteer Activities
As a former collegiate soccer player, I enjoy staying connected to the game through my role as medical director for multiple area soccer clubs and team physician at the high school level.

Public Speaking
Yes
Pediatric concussions; Pediatric sports medicine, including overuse injuries, sport specialization, training advice; Sports nutrition; Exercise is medicine; Dance medicine

Education & Training

Medical Schools:
  • MD, University of Michigan Medical School (2007)

Undergraduate Schools:
  • BS, Saint Vincent College (PA) (2003)

Residency Program:
  • University of Colorado (Children's Hospital Colorado) Program, Pediatrics (2010)

Fellowships:
  • Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program, Pediatric Sports Medicine (2011)

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Pediatrics - Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness (AAP-COSMF), Member
  • American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Member
  • American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM), Member
  • Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine (PRiSM), Member

Research & Grants

Grants
  • A multifaceted and interdisciplinary approach to improving pediatric concussion outcomes (2019)
    Tai Foundation, $200000
  • Early exercise prescription to improve outcomes in pediatric concussion patients (2019)
    CHCO Clinical, Operational Effectiveness and Patient Safety (COEPS) small grants program, $24946
  • Initiation of an early exercise program to improve symptoms and psychosocial function after pediatric mild traumatic brain injury (2019)
    Mindsource Brain Injury Network, $115000
Research interests for Patients:
My research interests include evaluating methods of facilitating recovery and reducing risk of injury after pediatric concussion.

Information for Referring Providers

Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
My clinical interest is pediatric sports medicine including care of musculoskeletal injuries, concussions and medical conditions in athletes (care of the female athlete, overtraining, exercise intolerance). I also have an interest in promoting physical activity for all children and adolescents, including using exercise as medicine in managing various health conditions.

Research Interest for Referring Providers
My current research interests are in the area of pediatric concussions, specifically related to optimizing treatment during recovery and reducing risk of re-injury - concussion or musculoskeletal - following return to play.
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Fax Phone: (720) 777-7268
Office Phone: (720) 777-3899

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