Nanette Santoro, M.D., completed her medical training in the 6-year B.S.-M.D. program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Albany Medical College, followed by residency at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City and a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology at Massachusetts General Hospital, where she remained on faculty for 3 years prior to joining the faculty at New Jersey Medical School in 1988. She helped recruit talent to make the University of Colorado’s Department of OB/GYN #8 in the country for NIH funding in 2017. Over the course of her career thus far, Dr. Santoro has personally mentored over 100 students, residents, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty, many of whom have gone on to illustrious academic careers. An accomplished researcher, Dr. Santoro’s current exploration involves treatment of menopausal symptoms in women, understanding the mechanisms by which obesity causes relative infertility in women, participating in clinical trials in reproductive medicine, and research training of OB/GYNs and reproductive endocrinologists. Dr. Santoro worked closely with the former CU ARM laboratory, which specialized in the development and measurement of reproductive hormones using state-of-the-art methodologies. Dr. Santoro has developed techniques to perform field studies that allow for daily hormone assessments without the inconvenience of blood drawing by using urine sampling. She is past Chair of the Steering Committee for the Reproductive Medicine Network, and current principal investigator with the CONFIRM network, both NIH-funded clinical trial networks devoted to the study of problems in human reproduction. In addition to her extensive research, Dr. Santoro has authored over 300 peer-reviewed scientific publications and edited four books. Additionally, Dr. Santoro has held leadership positions with numerous professional organizations and is currently President-Elect of the Society for Reproductive Investigation. Among Dr. Santoro’s decorated career of achievements, she was elected to the National Academy of Medicine in 2018. Dr. Santoro has been named a Castle Connelly “Best Doctor” and “Best Doctor in America” as well as a “Best Doctor” by New York Magazine and “Top Doc” by 5280 Magazine. Dr. Santoro sees SGF Colorado patients at the Denver office, while also maintaining her position at CU treating women for complex menopause management. Dr. Santoro will continue to provide training to the University of Colorado Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellowship program. Dr. Santoro is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Infertility, Ovarian Cysts, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Oophorectomy.

Alex Polotsky, M.D., M.Sc., FACOG, earned his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, New York. At first, he had a strong interest in becoming a general internal medicine doctor. But it was during his clinical rotations that he was exposed to reproductive endocrinology and infertility, and knew he wanted to dedicate his expertise to a narrow specialty where he is expected to be an expert in all aspects of fertility care rather than a broader field. Upon completing his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at New York Presbyterian Hospital – Weill Cornell Medical Center, Dr. Polotsky returned to the Albert Einstein College of Medicine for his fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. While there, he subsequently earned his Master of Science degree in Clinical Research where his thesis extensively explored the links between adolescent obesity and reduced lifetime fertility. Dr. Polotsky has an extensive teaching record at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and the University of Colorado where he became a full Professor of OB/GYN, Fellowship Director for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, and sat on many Doctoral/Master’s Thesis Committees. Dr. Polotsky is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology as well as reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). He is a board examiner for REI with the American Board of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ABOG). His passion for REI stems from the field’s unique combination of medical management and surgical procedures along with the importance of psychological care for patients. Beyond treating patients for infertility, Dr. Polotsky is actively involved in research. Key research focuses include the reproductive epidemiology and predictors of IVF success and connections between obesity and infertility as well as male infertility. An avid contributor to peer-reviewed journals, Dr. Polotsky has published more than 80 articles featuring topics like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), assisted reproductive technology, connections between ethnicity and reproductive ability, effects of body mass on fertility (men and women), and more. He co-authored with Dr. Nanette Santoro a chapter entitled “Nutrition and Reproduction” for the Yen and Jaffe’s Reproductive Endocrinology, the most recommended book in the field. Additionally, his nearly 100 presentations on scientific abstracts have jet-set Dr. Polotsky to Italy, Canada, Switzerland, Austria, Israel as well as across the United States. Dr. Polotsky sees patients in SGF Colorado’s Denver location. In his free time, Dr. Polotsky enjoys skiing, biking, and hiking with his wife and five children. Dr. Polotsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. His top areas of expertise are Infertility, Ectopic Pregnancy, Menopause, and Asherman Syndrome.

Dr. Norman works in a group family practice office. She likes to emphasize preventative medicine and patient education in her daily practice.In her free time, she enjoys running, hiking, camping and spending time with her family.“I believe every patient deserves a primary care physician and should be an important part of the medical decision-making team.”. Dr. Norman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Obesity, Hypothyroidism, and Acute Cystitis.

Dr. Hoffman was born in Kansas and raised in New Mexico and Colorado. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Denver, followed by her doctorate degree from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. She completed family practice residencies at Tucson General Hospital in Tucson, Arizona and Eastmoreland Hospital in Portland, Oregon.Dr. Hoffman found her love of science and the mysteries of the human body when she was dealing with her own medical issues as a young child. She feels fortunate that as a medical provider, she is able to help others just like her childhood doctors helped her.“I feel that family medicine allows patients to participate as part of their health care team in an atmosphere that generates trust and confidence. I encourage patients of all ages to ask questions and learn more about their health.”Dr. Hoffman has many areas of clinical interest, including preventative health, women's health, osteopathic manipulation treatments, and mental/behavioral health.When she is not at work, Dr. Hoffman enjoys cooking, reading and spending time with her family. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

Dr. Marcela Serrano was drawn to Family Medicine because it allows her to care for all ages, and get to know families. She has a clinical interest in women's health, pediatrics, adolescent medicine, diabetes, hypertension, depression, anxiety, obesity and weight management. Perimenopause and menopause have become new interests. “My son was diagnosed with Autism at the age of two. I can relate to parents and their struggles. I like to listen to my patients and I believe in treating the mind and body as a whole.”An avid traveler and explorer, Dr. Serrano is active in sports - especially running. She is training for Half IronMan Boulder and has done 50-mile bike races in Mexico.Dr. Serrano speaks Spanish and volunteers at an organization in Boulder giving health topic lectures to women in Spanish. She is married with two children and the proud parent of a rescue Lab who goes by the name of Coco. Dr. Serrano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Menopause, Behcet Disease, and Vertigo.

Cynthia Epperson is a Psychiatrist in Aurora, Colorado. Dr. Epperson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Postpartum Depression, Menopause, Major Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Epperson is currently accepting new patients.

Roxanne Slayden is a Physician Assistant in Loveland, Colorado. Ms. Slayden is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top area of expertise is Menopause. Ms. Slayden is currently accepting new patients.

Roy Stringfellow is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Dr. Stringfellow is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. His top areas of expertise are Menopause, Female Genital Sores, Vitiligo, and Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor. Dr. Stringfellow is currently accepting new patients.

Adrian Krause is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Fort Collins, Colorado. Dr. Krause is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Krause is currently accepting new patients.

Kim Lane is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Longmont, Colorado. Dr. Lane is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Vulvovaginitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Menopause, Lichen Sclerosus, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Lane is currently accepting new patients.

Susan Vickerman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Avon, Colorado. Dr. Vickerman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Herpetic Stomatitis, Oral Herpes, Gingivostomatitis, and Menopause.

Gayle Frazzetta is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Montrose, Colorado. Dr. Frazzetta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Ovarian Failure, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

Krista Toomre is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Boulder, Colorado. Dr. Toomre is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Vertigo, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Toomre is currently accepting new patients.

Tamara Burdi is a Nurse Practitioner in Littleton, Colorado. Ms. Burdi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Ms. Burdi is currently accepting new patients.

Alice Poland is a Nurse Practitioner in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Ms. Poland is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Angiomyoma, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Ms. Poland is currently accepting new patients.

Karin Susskind is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Boulder, Colorado. Dr. Susskind is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Premenstrual Syndrome, Menopause, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Dr. Susskind is currently accepting new patients.

Kelsi Deaver is an Endocrinologist in Englewood, Colorado. Dr. Deaver is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Thyroid Storm.

Michael Moore is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Dr. Moore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. His top areas of expertise are Painful Menstrual Periods, Hydrocele, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, Menorrhagia, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Moore is currently accepting new patients.

Rebecca Nickell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Littleton, Colorado. Dr. Nickell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Nickell is currently accepting new patients.

Christine Abair is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Louisville, Colorado. Dr. Abair is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Menopause. Her top areas of expertise are Amenorrhea, Menorrhagia, Menopause, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Abair is currently accepting new patients.