The 20 Best Acute Mountain Sickness Doctors Near Me in Wheat Ridge, CO

Find the Top Acute Mountain Sickness Experts and Specialists

The 20 Best Acute Mountain Sickness Doctors near Wheat Ridge, CO

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

Save doctors for later
Sign Up
Not sure about your diagnosis?
Check Your Symptoms
Already have a doctor?
Find A Second Opinion

MediFind found 111 doctor with experience in Acute Mountain Sickness near Wheat Ridge, CO. Of these, 94 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

Location
LocationClose
111 providers found
    Jeffrey T. Owsley
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Oncology | Hematology Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Oncology | Hematology Oncology | Hematology

    Lutheran Hospital - Cancer Centers Of CO Medical Oncology

    400 Indiana Street, Suite 300, 
    Golden, CO 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Dr. Owsley earned his medical degree in Kansas City. He moved to Denver and completed his residency at Saint Joseph Hospital. After his residency, he worked as a hospitalist in Denver prior to starting a fellowship at the University of Tennessee in Memphis. His clinical interests surround melanoma, lymphoma and primary brain cancers.“A cancer diagnosis is an ailment that encompasses the entire person and as an oncologist, I am privileged to be a part of my patient’s journey. We would not just focus on the disease itself, but also on the effect it has on other aspects of the patient’s life. Overriding everything, we must never lose hope.”Dr. Owsley makes it a priority to be with his patients every step of the way during their cancer journey. He will fight alongside them and is readily available to assist in each patient’s unique journey.Dr. Owsley is an investigator involved in clinical research trials in the area of hematology and medical oncology. When not at work, Dr. Owsley spends his time watching his daughter grow up. He enjoys watching sports and rooting for his favorite teams including the Kansas City Chiefs. However, his wife is a native Denverite and makes sure to balance out his love of the Chiefs with her love of the Broncos. He loves taking advantage of the amazing opportunities that the 300 days of Colorado sunshine provide. Dr. Owsley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Lisa D. Ahrendt
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology

    Saint Joseph Hospital - Cancer Centers Of Colorado

    1825 North Marion Street, 
    Denver, CO 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Ahrendt is a board certified medical oncologist originally from Boston, Massachusetts. She earned a bachelor's degree in biology from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, followed by a medical degree from the Drexel University Hahnemann School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ahrendt completed an internship, residency and a combined hematology/oncology fellowship at Tufts New England Medical Center in Boston. Dr. Ahrendt pursued a career in medicine because of her desire to help those in need and being able to make an impact on people’s ability to get through disease and difficult situations.“The key to successful treatment of cancer is having a team-based approach. The relationship between the patient, family members, doctors, nurses and support services is so important.”  Dr. Ahrendt’s clinical interests include breast cancer, colorectal cancer, lung cancer, chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Dr. Ahrendt is an investigator involved in clinical research trials in the areas of medical oncology and hematology. Her research includes oncology and hematology. She has been practicing oncology in Denver since 2004 and is currently accepting new patients. When she is not at work, Dr. Ahrendt enjoys skiing, camping, hiking and fishing with her husband and son. Dr. Ahrendt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Distinguished in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Distinguished in Acute Mountain Sickness

    Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers

    11750 W 2nd Pl Ste 160, 
    Lakewood, CO 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nauman Moazzam is an Oncologist in Lakewood, Colorado. Dr. Moazzam is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Agranulocytosis, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia. Dr. Moazzam is currently accepting new patients.

    Learn about our expert tiers
    Christopher T. Stellman
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness

    Denver West Clinic - Primary Care

    1726 Cole Boulevard, Suite 350, 
    Lakewood, CO 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Stellman grew up in Texas, Oklahoma and Georgia. He earned a bachelor’s in biological sciences from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma and graduated with his doctor of medicine from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in Oklahoma City. Dr. Stellman completed a family medicine residency at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado. He is board certified in family medicine. As a family medicine physician, Dr. Stellman’s clinical interests include providing care for patients of all ages and stages of life. His practice covers preventive care, mental health, sports medicine, diabetes, hypertension, minor procedures and everything in between. He is especially passionate about preventive care, overall health and well-being.“I will always encourage you to live your best life with healthy eating, regular exercise, stress management and good sleep. If there's a problem we can address with healthy lifestyle changes, I prefer to take that approach first.”When not seeing patients, Dr. Stellman enjoys music (live music and collecting records), hiking, camping, traveling, carpentry and most importantly, spending his time with his three children and golden retriever. Dr. Stellman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Christopher B. Jones
    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology

    National Jewish Health Western Hematology Oncology

    400 Indiana Street, Suite 230, 
    Golden, CO 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Jones is a Hematologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Golden, Colorado. Dr. Jones has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Multiple Myeloma. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Internal Medicine

    Wheat Ridge Internal Medicine PC

    7821 W 38th Ave, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Allan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Dr. Allan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness

    NJH Western Oncology Hematology

    400 Indiana Street, Suite 230, 
    Golden, CO 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Kantor is an Oncologist in Golden, Colorado. Dr. Kantor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Kantor is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Internal Medicine

    Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers

    1800 N Williams St Ste 200, 
    Denver, CO 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Rifkin is an Internal Medicine provider in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Rifkin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Febrile Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Bone Tumor, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Rifkin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness

    Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers

    1800 N Williams St Ste 200, 
    Denver, CO 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ioana Hinshaw is an Oncologist in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Hinshaw is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. Her top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal. Dr. Hinshaw is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness

    Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers

    1800 N Williams St Ste 200, 
    Denver, CO 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michelle Levy is an Oncologist in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Levy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), Neuroendocrine Tumor, Factor V Leiden Thrombophilia, and HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Dr. Levy is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Oncology
    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Oncology

    Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers

    11750 W 2nd Pl Ste 160, 
    Lakewood, CO 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ling Ma is an Oncologist in Lakewood, Colorado. Dr. Ma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, and Stent Placement. Dr. Ma is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness

    Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers

    8820 Huron St, 
    Thornton, CO 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eiko Browning is an Oncologist in Thornton, Colorado. Dr. Browning is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Browning is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness

    Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers

    6031 E Woodmen Rd Ste 400, 
    Denver, CO 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jesal Patel is an Oncologist in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Carlos F. Vera
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Family Medicine

    Thornton Clinic

    1181 East 120th Avenue, Unit A, 
    Thornton, CO 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    A native Denverite, Dr. Vera attended Regis Jesuit College for his undergraduate studies. He earned his medical doctorate from Michigan State University in East Lansing and completed a residency in family medicine with Saginaw Cooperative Hospitals Incorporated. Board-certified in family medicine, Dr. Vera has served his community as a doctor for more than 30 years. His clinical interests include diabetes and hypertension.“I am passionate about serving the underserved. But I love treating patients of all ages. I will do my best to work with each patient and treat them as if they are my family.”Dr. Vera is a second-generation American of Mexican descent (and proud of both). When not working he enjoys riding bikes, going to the mountains, golfing, skiing, vacations in warm destinations and flea markets. Dr. Vera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypopituitarism, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Sports Medicine

    Wheat Ridge Internal Medicine PC

    7821 W 38th Ave, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Archer is a primary care provider, practicing in Sports Medicine in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Dr. Archer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Acute Mountain Sickness, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Neuropathy, and Jock Itch.

    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Internal Medicine

    Wheat Ridge Internal Medicine PC

    7821 W 38th Ave, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Krebs is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Dr. Krebs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Family Medicine

    Office

    8550 W 38th Ave Fl 2, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason West is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Dr. West is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Cor Pulmonale.

    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness

    Office

    3550 Lutheran Pkwy Ste 100A, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Bergen is an Oncologist in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Dr. Bergen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Family Medicine

    Wheat Ridge Family Physicians LLC

    4500 W 38th Ave Ste 220, 
    Denver, CO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Bednarek is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Bednarek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Herpetic Stomatitis, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Oral Herpes, Insomnia, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
    Family Medicine

    Erich Zimmermann DDS

    205 S Garrison St, 
    Lakewood, CO 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Amundson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lakewood, Colorado. Dr. Amundson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, High Cholesterol, Protein C Deficiency, and Protein S Deficiency.

    Showing 1-20 of 111

    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Acute Mountain Sickness?

    Acute mountain sickness is an illness that can affect mountain climbers, hikers, skiers, or travelers at high altitudes, usually above 8000 feet (ft) or 2400 meters (m).

    When should I see an Acute Mountain Sickness doctor near Wheat Ridge, CO?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Acute Mountain Sickness doctor near Wheat Ridge, CO?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Acute Mountain Sickness doctors near Wheat Ridge, CO?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Acute Mountain Sickness doctors near Wheat Ridge, CO?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Acute Mountain Sickness doctor near Wheat Ridge, CO?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Mountain Sickness doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Mountain Sickness doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Acute Mountain Sickness doctor near Wheat Ridge, CO?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Acute Mountain Sickness doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Acute Mountain Sickness doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Acute Mountain Sickness doctors near Wheat Ridge, CO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Mountain Sickness doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Acute Mountain Sickness doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Mountain Sickness doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

    Read more about our Content Policy