One year ago I saw Butterfield because I needed a lacrimal gland suspension but my opthamologist…read moreDr. Michael Murphy/Aspen Hospital...Aspen Colorado, thought I needed an eyebrow lift instead of the suspension. I had insurance and Dr. Murphy had assured me that because of the results of my field of vision tests my insurance would pay for either surgery. He referred me to Butterfield. I made that appointment and as I stated earlier I met with her. She didn't take the time to see the results of my dx. from Dr. Murphy. She said, and I'll never forget it, that she would never bill my insurance for a cosmetic procedure. I found Dr. Swelstad of Regenesis Plastic Surgery and he performed the lacrimal gland suspension as well as the eye left that accompanies the suspension. He was kind and thoughtful and he listened to me. He's a great surgeon. In case you too have been dismissive by Butterfield. Lori Hutchens

Excellent care, remarkable results! I could not be more pleased with all the services, but…read moreespecially surgical. Dr Butterfield is a wizard.

Lyndsey is the best in town. She is very thoughtful with her treatment plans and great at listening…read moreto what my needs are. I also love the products she carries and she is very honest about what may or may not be best for my skin. Look forward to each visit with her!

From the owner: Lyndsey is a long time Aspen resident with extensive medical, surgical, and injecting experience…read more Her aesthetic medical repertoire includes a wide variety of aesthetic injections including Botox, Xeomin, Dysport, all Juvederm products, Radiesse, all Restylane products, Belotero, Sculptra, Bellafill, Kybella. Her 7+ year background in orthopaedic surgery enhances her decision making ability and the use of blood products. She is also trained in the use and injection of PRP, platelet rich plasma, in orthopaedic and aesthetic purposes. Lyndsey is committed to patient care and utilizes the philosophy about enhancing beauty naturally. Her extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology makes her well suited for advanced practice injecting. Lyndsey received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology from the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia and moved to Aspen to work as a physical therapy aide and personal trainer prior to returning to graduate school. She completed her graduate level training at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, receiving a Masters of Medical Science (MMSC) in Physician Assistant Studies. Her postgraduate medical training was completed at multiple prestigious medical centers including Baptist Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic and Aspen Valley Hospital with Orthopedic Associates. After completing her Masters Degree, she returned to Aspen to start a family as well as work as a Physician Assistant.

My husband and myself see Dr. Guy Kovachevich as our primary doctor who has been an excellent…read moredoctor with all our health needs. He takes the time with you that is needed and we have never felt rushed. The staff has always been friendly and helpful in every way. We have left messages with the receptionist and that very same day Dr. Kovachevich returns our calls. It's rare to hear from your doctor these days. He cares, he's fair (even above and beyond generous) in his billing. The office is always clean and neat. That is huge! We have no problem recommending Dr. Guy Kovachevih.

My journey through the American healthcare system has been both eye-opening and deeply troubling,…read moreunderscoring a stark reality: health is often treated as a luxury rather than a fundamental right. From the onset of my symptoms in 2021, it became painfully clear that preventative care and patient advocacy were sorely lacking. This narrative is not just mine but a reflection of a systemic issue that demands urgent attention and reform. Under the care of Dr. Kovacevich, a new PCP recommended by a friend, there was a glimmer of hope. He suggested an MRI of my lumbar spine and a consultation with a spine specialist. Despite these steps, the journey was fraught with insurance hurdles, delays, and ultimately, misdiagnoses that led to irreversible damage. United Healthcare's denial of a medically necessary MRI based on their guidelines is a stark example of the bureaucratic barriers patients face, prioritizing cost over care. The diagnosis journey was a labyrinth of inconclusive tests, insurance denials, and treatments based on assumptions rather than evidence. From being misdiagnosed with Shingles without a rash, leading to a diagnosis of Post Herpetic Neuralgia, to the discovery of acute scoliosis and undergoing physical therapy, each step felt like a battle against a system that failed to listen or understand. The critical turning point came in October 2022, when my condition worsened, leading to a loss of peripheral feeling and paralysis symptoms. Despite the urgency, my concerns were minimized, and I was advised to "wait it out", due to Dr. Numerof believing all this was, was a "pinched nerve". This delay in diagnosis and treatment culminated in a devastating outcome when in February 2023 (through my own persistence and advocacy in finding a neurologist): a T7/T8 Spinal Cord Cavernoma (tumor) diagnosis that was treated with a complex laminectomy in May 2023, leaving me with irreversible damage and a disability. The lack of follow-up and communication from my healthcare providers, especially in critical moments, added layers of frustration and despair to an already challenging situation. The journey through misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, and the eventual realization of a life-altering condition has been a wake-up call to the profound deficiencies in our healthcare system. This review is not just a recount of my personal ordeal but a plea for systemic change. It highlights the need for a healthcare system that prioritizes patient-centered care, preventative measures, and a more humane approach to health as a right, not a privilege. My hope is that by sharing my story, it will spark a dialogue and, ultimately, lead to a healthcare system that truly cares for its patients before it's too late.

The nicest most welcoming staff on the planet. They also know their craft really well. Highly…read morerecommend this place!

I have always had an extremely pleasant experience here whether it be for medical or cosmetic…read morereasons. It is a great location to service anyone in Summit County. The medical assistants and providers have always taken great care to my medical concerns and I have always left feeling like every question was answered. I have been many times for injectables as well and the providers who are injectors are far superior to anyone in the county.

An email with enticing fall specials brought me back in for a long overdue visit. I opted for a…read morechemical peel which is something brand new to me (I'd previously been in for a halo laser treatment). Making the appointment was quick and easy and I was excited to get squeezed in a little earlier than anticipated. Upon arrival I found a convenient parking spot in the lot just behind the building. There's an elevator available to bring you up to the 3rd floor, being the Boulderite that I am I took the stairs. I enjoyed a cup of cool refreshing water, a mini snickers, and just took in all the products and brochures available in the waiting area. The waiting area is open, clean, and full of lots of great natural light. I completed some paperwork which replaced my out of date paperwork on file. Within a few minutes Anne came out to greet me (she is the same awesome gal that administered my halo). We went on back and discussed the treatment further which included what I could expect during, and after the appointment, as well as aftercare. Once on the table I felt relaxed, confident, and ready to get started. Anne suited me up with a band to keep the hair out of my face, cleansed my skin and prepped it for the chemical peel. She administered each layer of the chemical peel always checking in to see how I felt before moving on to the next step. Before I knew it I was out the door and on my way back to work. Aside from a slight glow and the odd hairband my colleagues were none the wiser to this most exciting lunch break of mine.

Bold & Beautiful As…read moreJT said in the movie Bad Teacher, "I'm pro-choice." Well folks, I couldn't agree more! If there's something that a person wants to improve or enhance, I'm all about it & the confidence it will give them. Of course, within reason. I've heard some pretty good things about Boulder Valley, so I decided to check them out. They run a clean and modern establishment that does surgery in house. The ladies that help Dr. Swail are pretty nice and friendly. I did wait a little longer then anticipated in the waiting room but I really didn't mind too much since I wasn't on any particular schedule that day. The roomy waiting area had a box of toys for kids to enjoy and tea or coffee available if you wish to grab a cup. Dr. Swail was kind and I felt comfortable with him. He was also reasonable with pricing which was great because I've researched many doctors back home in California that are qualified and priced right. Nonetheless, I am fairly local to this area and would love to patronize a great practice. I am still doing my due-diligence (as should all of you) but Boulder Valley is up there in the ranking of potential places to get some work done. Not sure exactly when & exactly what I will be getting, but I do know I have the option to come back here to discuss further when the time comes. I recommend giving them a call and going in for a consult!!! So far, I'm a fan :)

I'd say all three stars are for Dr. Niedermeier, because he's amazing. I even moved 3 hours away…read moreand continued to use him as my primary care provider because of how awesome he is. But my problems have been on the administrative side, unfortunately. On my last in-person visit, I was told that they were going to drop me as a patient because I missed 4 appointments, and when I started telling them that this was physically impossible because I have an Adderall prescription and I wouldn't have been able to have that refilled without attending an appointment, I was cut off and told "sir, I don't just make this stuff up" Well, obviously the system says that, perhaps things got messed up because I do all of my appointments via FaceTime (the whole being 3 hours away) but the front desk person wouldn't hear it and kept being blatantly rude. but once in my appt I told the nurse and she said she'd fix it for me, and gave it the benefit of the doubt in case it was a bad day, while still being pretty upset by the encounter. Cool, great, no worries at all. Fast forward to today, I was trying to adjust my medication. It wasn't wild, I was prescribed 10mg capsules at a 15 mg dosage to split and use at alternating times, but I had asked to switch the prescription to 15mg capsules because my pharmacy is back ordered on 10mg capsules. They said they sent a message to one of the doctors' teams and they'd get back to me within 24-48hrs, but as I began asking about something else I was hung up on mid sentence. Honestly, it was just no longer worth the hassle anymore of trying to keep Niedermeier as a doctor. There's been other minor grievances on the admin side that wasn't large enough to dissuade me, but today I cancelled my appt in the portal and finally switched to a provider in my area. Most likely a wonderful place to stay at if you're in person, exclusively, but it has had too many headaches and callousness for myself.

Not a fan at all. Probably a good place for basic medical…read moreneeds like sutures or a step test but for anything complicated stay away.