Rachel Frank, MD
Associate Professor, Orthopedics

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Director, Joint Preservation Program
Team Physician, Colorado Rapids
Team Physician, University of Colorado and University of Denver
Clinic 720-848-8200
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Gender: Female
Languages: English, Spanish
Department, Section/Division: Orthopedics

Practice Locations

UCHealth CU Sports Medicine - Colorado Center
2000 S. Colorado Blvd
The Colorado Center Tower One, Suite 4500
Denver, CO 80222
720-848-8200
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UCHealth Broomfield Hospital
11820 Destination Drive
Broomfield, CO 80021
303-464-4500
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UCHealth Inverness Orthopedics and Spine Surgery Center
175 Inverness Drive West
Suite 400
Englewood, CO 80112
303-694-3333
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Hospital Affiliation
  • University of Colorado Hospital

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Orthopedics - Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Board Certification
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certification (2019)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Bones, Joints and Muscles
  • Arthritis
  • Fractures
  • Knee Injuries and Disorders
  • Leg Injuries and Disorders
  • Shoulder Injuries and Disorders
  • Sprains and Strains
Clinical Interest for Patients
Minimally Invasive Sports Medicine Surgery, Joint Preservation and Cartilage Restoration, Biologics and Regenerative Medicine, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Cellular Therapies (Stem Cells), Cartilage Restoration, Cartilage Transplantation, Cartilage Regeneration, Joint Preservation, Meniscus Repair, Meniscus Restoration, Meniscus Transplantation, Sports Medicine, Advanced Arthroscopy, ACL Reconstruction, PCL reconstruction, Posterolateral Corner Reconstruction, Ligament Repair and Reconstruction, Osteotomies, Patellofemoral Surgery, Shoulder Instability, Rotator Cuff Tears, Shoulder Reconstruction, Shoulder Dislocations and Separations, Shoulder Surgery, Shoulder Arthritis, Female Athlete

Care Philosophy
I am a board certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist. My focus is Joint Preservation and Cartilage Restoration through Minimally Invasive Sports Medicine Surgery. 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. Please visit www.RachelFrankMD.com for more information.

Personal Interests
Dr. Frank serves as a team physician for the Colorado Rapids, the University of Colorado and University of Denver athletic programs. She is a former Division I collegiate soccer player and enjoys cycling, hiking, and long-distance triathlon. She is passionate about taking care of athletes of all levels in Denver and Boulder, from the weekend warrior to the competitive athlete.

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Education & Training

Medical Schools:
  • MD, Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine (2011)

Undergraduate Schools:
  • BS, University of Illinois–Urbana-Champaign (IL) (2006)
  • BA, University of Illinois–Urbana-Champaign (IL) (2006)

Internships:
  • Rush University Medical Center Program (2012)

Residency Program:
  • Rush University Medical Center Program, Chief Resident, Orthopedics (2016)

Fellowships:
  • Rush University Medical Center Program, Orthopedic Sports Medicine (2017)

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Member
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, Candidate Member
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America, Member
  • Orthopaedic Research Society, Member
  • Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society, Member

Teaching

  • Associate Professor (2020)
    School of Medicine, Orthopedics
    Sports Medicine, Joint Preservation, Cartilage Restoration and Transplantation, ACL and revision ACL reconstruction, Meniscus Surgery, Multiligament Knee Reconstruction, Advanced Shoulder Arthroscopy, Shoulder Stabilization, Rotator Cuff Repair; Care of the Professional, Collegiate, High School, and Weekend Warrior Athlete; Care of the Female Athlete
  • Assistant Professor (2017)
    School of Medicine, Orthopedics

Information for Referring Providers

Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
Joint Preservation and Cartilage Restoration, Minimally Invasive Sports Medicine Surgery, Biologics and Regenerative Medicine, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Cellular Therapies (Stem Cells), Cartilage Restoration, Cartilage Transplantation, Cartilage Regeneration, Joint Preservation, Meniscus Repair, Meniscus Restoration, Meniscus Transplantation, Sports Medicine, Advanced Arthroscopy, ACL Reconstruction, PCL reconstruction, Posterolateral Corner Reconstruction, Ligament Repair and Reconstruction, Osteotomies, Patellofemoral Surgery, Shoulder Instability, Rotator Cuff Tears, Shoulder Reconstruction, Shoulder Dislocations and Separations, Shoulder Surgery, Shoulder Arthritis, Female Athlete