Overview
Dr. Nathan Faulkner is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and knee surgery, sports medicine, fractures, and arthritis. He uses minimally invasive and microscope-assisted techniques to optimize recovery.He earned his BS in Biochemistry and medical degree from the University of Utah, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Wisconsin, earning multiple education and research awards, and went on to complete a Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy fellowship at the Southern California Orthopedic Institutein Los Angeles. Dr. Faulkner is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and an active member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. He has authored numerous scientific articles and book chapters, and his innovative rotator cuff grafting technique was featured at the AAOS national meeting. He has also taught advanced shoulder surgery techniques to surgeons worldwide at the Orthopedic Learning Center in Chicago. He has experience covering high school, collegiate, and professional sports, including serving as associate team physician for the Denver Outlaws. In his free time, Dr. Faulkner enjoys mountain biking, fly fishing, skiing, golfing, and exploring the outdoors with his wife and children.
Dr. Faulkner is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Synovitis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.
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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1411 S Potomac St, Suite 400, Aurora, CO 80012
145 Inverness Dr E, Suite 300, Englewood, CO 80112
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nathan Faulkner
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nathan Faulkner?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nathan Faulkner by calling their office at 303-695-6060. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nathan Faulkner a top-rated expert for Tenosynovitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nathan Faulkner is classified as an Advanced expert for Tenosynovitis, 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. Nathan Faulkner specialize in?
While Dr. Nathan Faulkner is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Tenosynovitis, Synovitis, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Nathan Faulkner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nathan Faulkner has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tenosynovitis. You can view a list of Dr. Nathan Faulkner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nathan Faulkner accept my insurance?
Dr. Nathan Faulkner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 303-695-6060 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- BursitisDr. Faulkner isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Faulkner isAdvanced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Faulkner isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- SynovitisDr. Faulkner isAdvanced. Learn about Synovitis.
- TendinitisDr. Faulkner isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Faulkner isAdvanced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
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- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Faulkner isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Acute PainDr. Faulkner isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Baker CystDr. Faulkner isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Faulkner isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Gorham's DiseaseDr. Faulkner isExperienced. Learn about Gorham's Disease.
- Hajdu-Cheney SyndromeDr. Faulkner isExperienced. Learn about Hajdu-Cheney Syndrome.