
Overview
Dr. Kovachevich (“Dr. K”) is highly trained in surgery of the hand, elbow, and shoulder with vast knowledge of complex upper extremity conditions. He is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and has completed an added subspecialty certification in surgery of the hand. Dr. Kovachevich has numerous publications in peer reviewed journals, and lectures both locally and nationally on upper extremity issues. He maintains membership in the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), the Colorado Orthopedic Society, and Rocky Mountain Hand Society. Dr. Kovachevich also has State of Colorado Workers Compensation level II certification. Dr. Kovachevich specializes in shoulder replacements, shoulder and elbow arthroscopy and reconstruction. He treats fractures of the clavicle, shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand. He specializes in elbow and wrist ligament reconstruction, along with nerve compressions and sport related injuries.
Dr. Kovachevich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Synovitis.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1550 S. Potomac St, Suite 180, Aurora, CO 80012
145 Inverness Drive East, Suite 300, Englewood, CO 80112
11960 Lioness Way, Suite 260B, Parker, CO 80134
12905 W 40th Ave, Suite 515, Golden, CO 80401
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
OCC - CO Springs Briargate
Dr. David Weinstein specializes in sports medicine, knee surgery, and shoulder and elbow disorders. He completed fellowship training at Columbia-New York Orthopedic Hospital in New York City in shoulder and elbow reconstruction and an additional fellowship overseas in orthopedic trauma. Dr. Weinstein is a graduate of the University of Colorado School of Medicine, where he remained to complete his orthopedic surgery residency.As associate clinical professor at the University of Colorado Department of Orthopedic Surgery in Denver, Dr. Weinstein is an avid researcher and passionate educator. He has published numerous papers and given lectures relating to his specialties. Dr. Weinstein has held many prestigious positions including head physician for the 2003 US Pan American Games team and the 2004 Athens Summer Olympic Games. He was a team physician for the United States at the 2000 Sydney Summer Olympic Games and the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympic Games. Dr. Weinstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Endoscopy.
Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group
Eric Jepson is an Orthopedics provider in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Dr. Jepson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Acute Pain, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Jepson is currently accepting new patients.
OCC - Aurora Southlands
Dr. Jared Michalson is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in the surgical treatment of knee and hip arthritis as well as fractures throughout the body. Raised on a corn and soybean farm in northcentral Iowa, he brings a humble, community-centered approach to patient care. His goal is simple: to use the latest, proven nonsurgical and surgical techniques to relieve pain and restore function as quickly and safely as possible. He and his team prioritize clear communication to ensure patients and families understand every step of their diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Dr. Michalson is among a small group of orthopedic surgeons with dual fellowship training. As a specialist in orthopedic trauma, he treats complex fractures of the upper and lower extremities and pelvis, and serves as Medical Director of Orthopedic Trauma at The Medical Center of Aurora. He tailors treatment—surgical or nonsurgical—to each individual injury to ensure optimal outcomes. He also completed fellowship training in joint replacement, with expertise in outpatient knee and hip replacement, anterior approach hip replacement, robotic-assisted knee replacement, and partial knee replacement. He performs complex revision surgeries for patients with painful or problematic joint replacements. By combining advanced surgical techniques with modern pain management, Dr. Michalson helps patients return to work, driving, and daily life as quickly and comfortably as possible. Dr. Michalson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Ganglion CystDr. Kovachevich isDistinguished. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- TendinitisDr. Kovachevich isDistinguished. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Kovachevich isDistinguished. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Advanced
- BursitisDr. Kovachevich isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Kovachevich isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Contracture DeformityDr. Kovachevich isAdvanced. Learn about Contracture Deformity.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Kovachevich isAdvanced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Kovachevich isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Kovachevich isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- Experienced
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Kovachevich isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Congenital Mirror Movement DisorderDr. Kovachevich isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Kovachevich isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Kovachevich isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Juvenile AngiofibromaDr. Kovachevich isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Angiofibroma.
- Kienbock's DiseaseDr. Kovachevich isExperienced. Learn about Kienbock's Disease.


