25 of the Best Palliative Care Doctors Near Me in Colorado, US

Looking for the best palliative care doctor in Colorado, US? Find a top palliative care doctor near you in Colorado, US who is an expert in your specific condition. A palliative care doctor specializes in improving quality of life for patients with severe, life-threatening conditions.

25 of the Best Palliative Care Doctors Near Me in Colorado, US

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MediFind found 126 specialists in Colorado, US

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126 providers found
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine

    University Of Colorado Hospital

    1665 Aurora Ct Fl 2, 
    Aurora, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christina Vaughan is a Palliative Medicine provider in Aurora, Colorado. Dr. Vaughan is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Dry Mouth, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Expertise in
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    conditions
    Palliative Medicine
    Expertise in
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    conditions
    Palliative Medicine

    University Of Colorado Hospital

    1665 Aurora Ct Fl 2, 
    Aurora, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Foster is a Palliative Medicine provider in Aurora, Colorado. Dr. Foster is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

    Expertise in
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    conditions
    Palliative Medicine
    Expertise in
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    conditions
    Palliative Medicine

    Rocky Mountain Senior Care

    5920 McIntyre St, 
    Golden, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Unrein is a Palliative Medicine provider in Golden, Colorado. Dr. Unrein is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Dementia, Magnesium Deficiency, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Unrein is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    conditions
    Palliative Medicine
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine

    Intermountain Health Hospice - Denver

    3210 Lutheran Parkway, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sondra Miles is a Palliative Medicine provider in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Dr. Miles has been practicing medicine for over 16 years is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Miles is currently accepting new patients.

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    Palliative Medicine
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    Children's Hospital Colorado

    13123 E 16th Ave, 
    Aurora, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kimberly Bennett is a Palliative Medicine provider in Aurora, Colorado. Her top area of expertise is Traumatic Brain Injury.

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    Palliative Medicine
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    Kaiser Permanente Rock Creek

    280 Exempla Circle, Palliative Care, Floor 4, 
    Lafayette, CO 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eleanor Jensen is a Palliative Medicine provider in Lafayette, Colorado. Dr. Jensen has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Her top area of expertise is Opioid Induced Constipation. Dr. Jensen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Palliative Medicine
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    St. Francis Medical Center

    6001 E Woodmen Rd, 
    Colorado Springs, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Loew is a Palliative Medicine provider in Colorado Springs, Colorado. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms and Opioid Induced Constipation.

    Heidi Hallam
    Expertise in
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    Palliative Medicine
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    Palliative Medicine

    Banner North Colorado Medical Center

    1801 16th Street, 
    Greeley, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy adventures with my husband, our daughter, and 2 dogs. We love spending time with our families outdoors in the Colorado sunshine. I love cooking, and am an avid Colorado sports fan.

    Jeffrey D. Manuel
    Expertise in
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    Palliative Medicine
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    Palliative Medicine

    Intermountain Health Hospice - Denver

    3210 Lutheran Parkway, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Jeff Manuel is a dual board-certified physician in family medicine and hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine after completing a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at Graceland University. He went on to complete his residency at Saint Joseph Hospital and a fellowship in Palliative Care with Capital Hospice in Falls Church, Virginia.As a hospice and palliative care medicine provider, Dr. Manuel has a deep clinical focus on managing complex cancer pain and supporting patients and their families as they navigate serious illness. He is passionate about helping individuals understand their diagnoses and treatment options, guiding them through complex medical decisions with clarity, empathy, and respect.“I enjoy caring for people who feel that the medical system does not understand them or that their individual goals and values have not been heard and supported. I am most excited by having the opportunity to really understand a person’s hopes, fears, and values and then helping advocate for these values as they navigate the healthcare system.”In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Manuel is dedicated to teaching communication and palliative care skills to healthcare professionals, promoting a more compassionate and patient-centered approach across various disciplines.

    Travis N. Rinderle
    Expertise in
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    Palliative Medicine
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    Palliative Medicine

    Intermountain Front Range, Inc.

    3210 Lutheran Pkwy, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
    Experience:
    7+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Originally from Northern Virginia, Dr. Rinderle obtained his medical degree from the Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He then pursued a residency in Internal Medicine at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Rinderle completed a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. During his fellowship, he received advanced training in managing pain and symptoms, facilitating difficult conversations about serious illness and end-of-life care, and providing holistic support to patients and their families. As a hospice and palliative care physician, Dr. Rinderle firmly believes in the importance of knowing his patients beyond their medical conditions. By taking the time to truly hear and comprehend their unique perspectives, he has valuable insight to inform the development of a personalized and tailored medical treatment plan.Outside of his medical practice, Dr. Rinderle enjoys spending time with his wife, Heather, and their two dogs, Piper and Luna. He also finds joy in reading, running, cycling, meditating, abstract painting, traveling, high-altitude hiking, and backpacking.

    Rebecca Resnik
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    Palliative Medicine
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    Intermountain Health Hospice - Denver

    3210 Lutheran Parkway, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A native of Washington DC, Dr. Resnik earned her medical degree from George Washington University. She completed an Internal Medicine Residency with Christiana Care Health System and a Palliative Medicine and Hospice Fellowship with Harvard University. Her clinical interests include supportive oncology, women’s health and healthcare equity. Dr. Resnik is passionate about honoring the process and having authentic interactions.“You and your situation matter deeply.”When not working, Dr. Resnik enjoys family time, anything to do with horses, reading, yoga and meditative practice, the great outdoors, and breathing deeply.

    Marc A. Passo
    Expertise in
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    Palliative Medicine
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    Palliative Medicine

    Intermountain Health Hospice - Denver

    3210 Lutheran Parkway, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Passo earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine after which he completed an Emergency Medicine Residency at Boston Medical Center. He finished an Emergency Medical Services Fellowship with Yale-New Haven Hospital and a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship with the University of Nevada Hospital. As a provider, Dr. Passo enjoys the variety of clinical settings he gets to work in. When not working, he can be found in the great Colorado outdoors.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine

    Long Term Care Rehab Consultants

    12650 W 64th Ave Unit E501, 
    Arvada, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Reza Esfahani is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Arvada, Colorado. Dr. Esfahani is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Dementia, Stroke, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Esfahani is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine

    Valley View Villa

    815 Fremont Ave, 
    Fort Morgan, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shaun Thompson is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Fort Morgan, Colorado. Dr. Thompson is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diencephalic Syndrome, Neural Crest Tumor, Gitelman Syndrome, and Low Potassium Level.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine

    Uchealth Adrenal Cancer And Tumor Program-Anschutz Medical Campus

    1665 Aurora Ct, 
    Aurora, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Antonia Pusso is a Palliative Medicine provider in Aurora, Colorado. Dr. Pusso is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine

    Cirrusmd Provider Network

    3000 Lawrence St, 
    Denver, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alison Burt is a Palliative Medicine provider in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Burt is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Opioid Induced Constipation.

    Expertise in
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    Intermountain Health Hospice - Denver

    3210 Lutheran Parkway, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
    Experience:
    6+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Heather Frank is a Palliative Medicine provider in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Dr. Frank has been practicing medicine for over 6 years. Dr. Frank is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Palliative Medicine
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    University Of Colorado Hospital

    12605 E 16th Ave, 
    Aurora, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sheri Knepel is a Palliative Medicine provider in Aurora, Colorado.

    Expertise in
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    Intermountain Health Hospice Denver

    3210 Lutheran Pkwy, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gwendolyn Mullinix is a Palliative Medicine provider in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.

    Expertise in
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    University Of Colorado Hospital Authority

    1635 Aurora Ct, 
    Aurora, CO 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashley Dixon is a Palliative Medicine provider in Aurora, Colorado. Dr. Dixon has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

    Expertise in
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    Tru Community Care

    2594 Trailridge Dr E, 
    Lafayette, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Wensel is a Palliative Medicine provider in Lafayette, Colorado.

    Expertise in
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    Lone Tree Medical Offices

    10240 Park Meadows Dr, 
    Lone Tree, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erin Capitena is a Palliative Medicine provider in Lone Tree, Colorado. Dr. Capitena is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Kaiser Permanente Ambulatory Surgery Center Lone Tree

    10240 Park Meadows Dr, 
    Lone Tree, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lea Ratliff is a Palliative Medicine provider in Lone Tree, Colorado.

    Expertise in
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    Palliative Medicine
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    Grand Junction VA Medical Center

    2121 North Ave, 
    Grand Junction, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephanie Lape is a Palliative Medicine provider in Grand Junction, Colorado.

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    Office

    1906 Blake Ave, 
    Glenwood Springs, CO 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brandy Drake is a Palliative Medicine provider in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Dr. Drake has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

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    When should I see a Palliative Care Doctor in Colorado, US?

    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 a Palliative Care Doctor in Colorado, US?

    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 Palliative Care Doctors in Colorado, US?

    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 Palliative Care Doctors in Colorado, US?

    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 a Palliative Care Doctor in Colorado?

    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 Palliative Care Doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Palliative Care 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 a Palliative Care Doctor in Colorado, US?

    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 Palliative Care 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 Palliative Care 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 Palliative Care Doctors in Colorado, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Palliative Care 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 a Palliative Care Doctor that offers video calls?

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

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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