Overview
Dr. Derek Purcell is a board-certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, with a concentration on conditions and injuries of the shoulder and knee. His expertise is in advanced arthroscopic techniques for the shoulder and knee, complex knee ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, and joint replacement for the knee and shoulder. Dr. Purcell graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. After attending the University of Virginia School of Medicine, he completed his Orthopedic Surgery residence as well as Sports Medicine and Shoulder Fellowship at Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University in St. Louis. During his fellowship, Dr. Purcell served as assistant team physician for the St. Louis Rams (NFL), Blues (NHL), and Cardinals (MLB). He was a former member of the NFL Team Physicians Society. He has served as a physician for the St. Louis Cardinals spring training camp in Jupiter, FL as well as assisted with the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, IN. In Colorado Springs, Dr. Purcell serves as a Team Physician for Colorado College Athletics. He has also assisted with the care of multiple high school athletic teams. He currently assists with Vista Ridge High School, Colorado Springs Christian School, and Cheyenne Mountain High School. He is a member of the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
Dr. Purcell is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.
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2446 Research Pkwy, Suite 200, Colorado Springs, CO 80920
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Derek Purcell
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Derek Purcell?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Derek Purcell by calling their office at 719-623-1050. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Derek Purcell a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derek Purcell is classified as an Distinguished expert for Osteoarthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Derek Purcell specialize in?
While Dr. Derek Purcell is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Derek Purcell accept my insurance?
Dr. Derek Purcell accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 719-623-1050 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Purcell isDistinguished. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
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- BursitisDr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Synovial OsteochondromatosisDr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Synovial Osteochondromatosis.
- SynovitisDr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Synovitis.
- TendinitisDr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Trochlear DysplasiaDr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Trochlear Dysplasia.
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- Acute PainDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Baker CystDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- Beukes Familial Hip DysplasiaDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia.
- Common Peroneal Nerve DysfunctionDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction.
- Congenital Mirror Movement DisorderDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder.
- Decerebrate PostureDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Decerebrate Posture.