YELP review for UChealth Sports clinic, Boulder CO:…read more Dr. Rachel Brakke If you are considering using this UChealth clinic, be VERY careful. I have chronic back pain. The clinic that I was using to treat the pain was not very effective. I was looking for a second opinion on the existing treatment plan, and possibly a new clinic. The doc I was assigned for this second opinion did not listen to me. She was focussed on delivering treatments. Her assistant was not professional, and ghosted me on a followup video teleconference. BEWARE!

The physical therapy department is impossible to schedule with. When you get a call back a week…read moreafter you needed help, they will schedule you in two months after you have been an agony suffering, and found someone else to help you. This is the worst scheduling and call system I've ever dealt with at a doctor's office. And to add insult to injury, the message you have to listen to is literally infuriating with the most annoying voice telling you not to call back, but they'll get back to you within one to two business days. They will not, by the way.

Dr Zach Richard is the most engaging physician I have ever experienced. Grounded in reality with no…read moreBS ego...completely with you. Genuine, knowledgeable, kind with the most upbeat demeanor. Sincerely listens and communicates.

The initial exam caused nerve pain. I have herniated discs, a spinal fracture, stenosis and…read morearthritis. The positions for a-rays and testing started nerve pain that I haven't had for most of year. But they don't give medication and told me to ask my primary physician...who is not treating me for the back issues...to give me pain medication. So I was left to twist in the wind by Spine West. Needless to say I have gone elsewhere for treatment

Dr. Gradisek did me a huge disservice. Surgery on my foot in the outcome was very unsatisfactory…read more He bragged that he had done work with the Chicago Bulls basketball team. I find it very hard to believe with his lack of skill. He placed a device in my foot and it backed out halfway. When I went back to him, he basically told me that there was really nothing he could do and that as long as I didn't have pain, it should be fine. You should've refunded the entire cost of my surgery and offered to redo his work. If you care about your feet, I would suggest you stay far away from this doctor.

I had my big toe joint fused in 2022. The Dr. put my toe on crooked. It doesn't sit flat, but is…read moretwisted with the left side downward, kind of anti-clockewise. And, it doesn't point straight out like it did previously and like the toe on my left foot, but points to the right, or inwards. I'm now having issues with my second and third toes developing hammer toe with my current surgon suggesting that it's partly due to the big toe being twisted and my bio mechanics being off.

I had some kind of trapped nerve / spinal cord / neck issue that no one could figure out. Bob has…read morebeen slowly unwinding it with fascia release. Considering how many surgeons and doctors I saw, its really nice to find people who have a deep understanding healing. And, another big plus, the entire staff is lovely,

I had a shoulder issue that was bothering me. I worked with Travis, who was awesome. He's a great…read morelistener who focused on what was hurting, how that came about and what my goal was for the future. He was able to successfully diagnose the issue and supported me moving forward, which included not just exercises to do but also some help on technique with weight lifting that will keep me from getting the injury again. Lots of choices for good PT places in Boulder but I think this place is super strong.

I was referred to Dr. James Rector at Boulder Orthopedics (BoulderCentre for Orthopedics) ten years…read moreago by another orthopedic center in the Vail Valley. As a highly active forty-four year-old rock climber and triathlete, I was diagnosed with severe osteoarthritis in my left hip. I continued to do sports at a high level; however, my pain became increasingly difficult to manage, and I eventually reached out to Dr. Rector to discuss treatment options. He recommended Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) as the best procedure for my specific condition. It was extremely important to me that my surgeon understood my post goal surgical objective was to continue with a high level of activity as quickly as practical. I communicated my objectives to Dr. Rector, and we set goals to support my intentions. In October 2009, Dr. Rector performed Birmingham Hip Resurfacing surgery on my left hip with outstanding results. I immediately experienced relief from pain, and subsequently regained full range of motion. I returned to rock climbing and competing in triathlons within a year after my surgery. Six years after my BHR, I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my right hip, and in September 2015 Dr. Rector performed total hip replacement surgery on my right side. Once again my pain was almost immediately relieved, and my range of motion was virtually perfect. I was climbing in the gym eight weeks after surgery, biking at ten weeks, and running pain free eight months post operatively. At one year, my physical condition has returned 100 percent, and I have no restrictions on any of my former and present activities. I highly recommend Dr. Rector and his team at BoulderCentre for Orthopedics. I found and continue to feel that Dr. Rector treated me with extreme professionalism, and obviously I have complete trust and faith in his work. He and his team are dedicated, talented individuals committed to the health and welfare of their patients. I refer to Dr. Rector as my "Hero," and the elation that I feel rock climbing, running, and biking pain free is immeasurable. Most importantly he has helped me reacquire my former quality of life! Lynn Scott, Boulder Colorado

I highly recommend Dr. Rector. He operated on my hip, doing a total hip replacement. Dr. Rector is…read morehighly professional, yet he has a warm, personal presence. He carefully listens to any concerns or questions. I recovered quickly from the surgery, and am now able to return to my active life, doing the things I enjoy. I heard my positive reviews of people who had gone to him for surgery. Now I can add my personal high recommendation for him.

Do not go here. I had the worst experience from coldness of the doctor to asking questions and her…read moreturning her back away from me when I just want to know how to help my ankle. I have a high deductible health insurance plan so when figuring out an mri that was affordable to me she treated me like a second class citizen. The office is extremely outdated and dark. The doctors assistant is a younger woman who didn't act professional. As a 29 year old female that's saying a lot. When someone goes to the doctor and they're paying a lot of money they just want to be heard and get help. This place was just an overall bad experience and it made me upset and sad. Would not recommend UPDATE: the doctor called me and reassured me I needed surgery and tried to schedule me. I got a second opinion and the newer doctor asked me "what was she thinking?!" PT and immobilization before even thinking about surgery that most ligament injuries heal. She's just in it for the money. Stay away!!!! I suggest boulder ankle and foot clinic

IT'S A MIRACLE!!!!!!…read more I've been dealing with pain in my left knee for 30 years. It started when I was marathon training in 1988, and my knee hasn't been right since. I've been to an acupuncturist, a chiropractor, and a few other osteopathic doctors. The only thing that provided any relief were a series of steroid shots into my knee. These provided relief for an increasingly shorter period of time. The last time I had them my pain relief lasted about 3 months. For the entire 30 years of my medical treatment providers have been telling me that I have osteoarthritis, and that's what they've been treating. I visited this clinic several months ago, and they did x-rays which indicated that my problem is not osteoarthritis. The only problem is that my leg muscles are too tight! Joanne Halbrecht, the doc, manipulated my legs and determined that that's the only problem I have. She recommended I see a physical therapist, so I went to Katie Gaven at Boulder Higher Health. Katie recommended a series of stretches which I do every other day. These stretches reduced my pain by about 80%. I returned to Joanne with this report of 80% improvement. She recommended a daily regimen of glucosamine pills (a mixture of glucosamine, turmeric, etc). Since taking these my knee pain is almost non-existant. After thirty years of pain! THIS IS TRULY A MIRACLE. Bonus points: (1) The clinic sent me treatment summaries after each of my two visits. I've never had a doc do that before. I now have a record of what transpired in case I need it for whatever reason. (2) Joanne is a No-BS doc. When I asked her why my right knee, with equally tight leg muscles around it, didn't hurt, she said, "I don't know." How refreshing is that! (3) They have Sports Illustrated and free energy bars in the waiting area. (4) They send patients a satisfaction survey after the first visit. (5) Emily, who does the x-rays and information taking, is friendly, efficient, and competent. I've never been more satisfied with a medical professional than I am with Joanne and her staff. I give them my absolutely HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION!

Always a pleasure to see Dr. Dolbeare. Such a great personality. I have had several procedures…read morethought out the years with very positive outcomes. This time, a pain free knee injection

Dr. Dolbeare is the most impressive, compassionate physicians I have had the opportunity of meeting…read morein several years. He truly lives up to his excellent reputation. I would recommend him extremely highly and with no hesitation. What a breath of fresh air in the medical arena.

I have been coming to Pace West since knee pain developed 4 or more years ago and Darcy fixed me…read moreup. They have helped me thru surgeries, rehab. Everyone is super professional and great to work with. Currently I see Trevor for dry needling, shockwave + laser therapy on problem spots. I am 60 and want to keep moving and be active into my late 80's. Their videos are extremely beneficial as well. Great office. I sent my active 21 yr old son there for rehab when he tore his achilles skiing and it was a complete tear but high up above the ski boot, unable to have surgery. Pace is the best!

Pace West has very knowledgeable PTs that have taken care of a few different needs. I tell them…read morewhat hurts and they explain what's going on, give me exercises for long term healing, and do dry needling and other therapies to minimize and eliminate the pain. They are fabulous!