I have had two total hip arthroscopies wit Dr. Kafferky at Vail Health. I couldn't be happier with…read morethe care that I received or the results. The Kafferky Team is amazing--always helpful no matter the day or time. The P.A.s are exceptional with a special shout out to Daniel Wood. Vail Health is a wonderful hospital in which to have a procedure--perfectly organized and timely. I am a trail runner, hiker and rancher so I ride horseback many hours a week in the summer months. The new hips have made it possible to continue with all my activities. I highly recommend the Steadman Clinic and the Kafferky Team.

Had surgery scheduled for Friday and got call today that I need to get:…read more1. Physical (my primary care dr is in florida) 2. CT scan (which I had to find a location and schedule myself) 3. EKG (same as above) 4. Blood work (no quest in mountains) 5. Etc. I have never had all the crap dumped on my lap to have a procedure done. Guess with a 3.5 rating Steadman is not what they used to be. Will buck up and drive 3 days to Florida and find a practice that cares.

Going to Vail-Summit Orthopaedics after I dislocated my shoulder was the worst thing that ever…read morehappened to me. I was told there was a 97% recovery rate for my condition and that I'd be back to rock climbing and sports in a number of months. However, both the 1st and 2nd surgeries performed by Dr. Paul Abbot completely failed. My strength and mobility plummeted 80% after my treatment at this facility. I was in FAR better health prior to walking into VSON. They ruined my body. Another surgeon did his best to clean it up a couple years later. He gave me some improvement, but 13 years later I am in crippled agony. I've called a few times over the years to plead for some consideration to my outcomes, but they do not care for that. They are of course happy to see me again, restart the process, and give me another enormous bill, but there is no real sympathy or concern shown for how they ruined my athleticism and left me with chronic lifelong pain at the age of 22. Imagine paying tens of thousands of dollars for this outcome. It genuinely keeps me up at night. That and the pain. Maybe their new doctors are better, but don't be fooled when they say they care about you.

I had an amazing experience, both with the staff and Dr. Max Suiter. He gave me an injection in my…read morehip within 24 hours of my initial visit. Feeling so much better thank you Vail-Summit orthopedics.

Dr. Joel and his team are the best! They come together from all aspects of healing to create the…read morebest plan for you.

The women who makes the appointments is rude .SHE WON'T GIVE HER NAME!…read moreMy experience with them was frustrating. They are cold and money hungry and don't care about patients health. If u express yor thoughts they dismiss you as a patient. Dr Joel is full of himself and supports the rudeness The customer is never right. DON'T GO THERE.

Dr. Viola, his PA Team and Nurses received my son after life-saving rescue and recovery by Vail Ski…read morePatrol (a notable off-duty Breckenridge SPer was first to him) from a snowboarding accident on Jan 4 in Vail. The talent and immediate treatment saved his life and then his legs and will provide him the best recovery possible and a positive outcome. Dan had 7 surgeries in 11 days and has 2 to go (knee). He experienced bilateral compound breaks of Tib/Fib with significant tissue damage along with a torn ACL on his right knee. 6 weeks and 4 days after his accident he took his first steps and a couple weeks ago he started to ride a bicycle. This team is REMARKABLE and Dr. Viola and his Team were the difference in his outcome vs. a very different one anywhere else. He is currently working hard with the PT Team in Howard Head and looks to make a full recovery and quite possibly ride in 2024-2025??? I wouldn't put it past him. My son's injuries are among very few who will ever experience them and his confidence in Dr. Viola is probably the biggest and most significant review. If anyone from the Steadman Care Team were to ever read this ... thank you all!!! We are so grateful for the entire experience ... :0). The Solberg Family

easy to talk with...honest, gave me options and what he would do. found him to be a really good guy…read moreand excellent dr.

I was told by the desk staff at HowardHead that my insurance would cover my PT appointment. A…read moremonth later I received a bill from Vail Health. They charged $500 for my 45 minute PT appointment. My insurance only covered $200 understandably so I'm left with a $300 bill. I've contacted customer service which has been no help and very rude. This company is set up to gouge both customers and insurance companies. I've never had worse customer service in my life and highly highly highly do not recommend this business. They are a perfect example of what is wrong with the medical industry today. Please do yourself a favor and boycott dirty businesses such as this one.

I've had a few surgeries in Vail over the years and have received nothing but top notch PT every…read moretime. The expertise and friendliness of the team always keep me in Vail for an extended time, as you cannot find the quality services everywhere. Jenna especially has helped my recoveries tremendously and always gets me back out on the road to enjoy my runs.

Very thankful for the opportunity to learn from Dr. Peter J. Millett -- a world-renowned shoulder…read moresurgeon, outstanding scholar, dedicated mentor, and true advocate for patients. As an international visiting surgeon, I was deeply inspired not only by his surgical excellence, but also by his innovation, academic vision, and commitment to teaching. The professional, open, and supportive environment he and his team have created made this experience truly meaningful. With sincere gratitude and respect. Looking forward to future collaboration.

I had my fifth shoulder surgery with Dr. Peter Millett in July 2024. It is now March 2026…read more Before that surgery, I had already been through multiple procedures from other surgeons that left my shoulder in a severely compromised state and ultimately forced me to retire from being a professional athlete in my 30s. By the time I found Dr. Millett at the Steadman Clinic, I was already at what I would call a code red -- physically, financially, and mentally. I had spent hundreds of thousands of dollars, even with good insurance, trying to fix what had been done to my body. I flew out to see Dr. Millett three separate times, spending thousands more, because I believed I was finally going to someone who would operate with a higher level of care, precision, and commitment to patient outcomes. What I asked for was very clear: I asked him to evaluate and remove the graft placed in 2020 and the BioBrace placed in 2022, because I strongly felt they were causing mechanical issues, inflammation, and long-term wear on my normal tissues. Instead, while I was under anesthesia, Dr. Millett chose to cut my long head of the biceps tendon, despite it being intact and showing no clear clinical signs of pathology. This decision makes no sense to me -- especially given that he knew my short head of the biceps and coracoid had already been compromised in prior surgeries, and that I had ongoing issues related to that anatomy. Rather than addressing the root cause I came to him for, my anatomy was altered again. Now, I'm left with: - A visible deformity in my bicep - Roughly 30-40% loss of strength - Constant pain with quick movements - Pain when lifting, pressing, or even performing basic daily tasks - Persistent popping and clicking in both the front of my shoulder and my shoulder blade - Difficulty with simple things like putting on clothes or carrying groceries Most concerning -- the original issues I came in for were not addressed. I want to be clear about something: I do not blame Dr. Millett for the surgeries done before him. But I do hold him accountable for this: He did not listen to me. After seeing 30-40 orthopedic surgeons over the course of this process, I've noticed a consistent pattern in the field -- a level of ego and overconfidence that often overrides patient input, even when the patient has lived in the body and experienced the problem for years. I understand that surgeons rely on their training and experience. But when a patient is already on their fifth surgery, with a highly complex history, the standard should be higher -- not more aggressive. Another major issue that needs to be acknowledged is the financial structure of orthopedic surgery. This industry generates enormous revenue through procedures, implants, and devices. Patients are rarely made aware of the deeper financial incentives that exist behind the scenes. I am not saying surgeons act with bad intent. But I am saying there is a clear conflict of interest, and patients need to understand that. What concerns me further is that after performing surgery on me, Dr. Millett ultimately referred me to another specialist in Boston. If that level of expertise was needed, I question why that referral didn't happen before I was operated on -- not after. At this point, I am living with the consequences: - Ongoing mechanical dysfunction - Increased pain - Further altered anatomy - And a significant loss in quality of life This review is not written out of anger alone -- it is written to help others. If you are considering surgery: Slow down. Ask more questions. Get multiple opinions. Understand exactly what will be done to your body. Do not assume that experience or degrees or educational institution alone guarantees the right decision. Because once your anatomy is changed, you don't get it back. And never assume that you will come out better. You could be much much worse and then there is nearly nothing you can do about it.

My husband was fortunate enough to be referred to the Steadman Clinic and Dr. Haytmanek after…read moresuffering a calcaneus fracture that caused subsequent joint damage. He was not getting results from his care in Oklahoma City and his quality of life was great affected. Prior to arriving at the Steadman Clinic the scheduling staff was outstanding fitting us in on a date where we already had planned to be in Colorado. The office staff was incredibly professional as well upon checking in. Dr. Haytmanek's vast knowledge was apparent immediately and he spent a generous amount of time with us explaining his situation and more importantly a solution! It has been 6 weeks since his subtalar fusion and tendon repair and he couldn't be happier. It has been 273 days since his accident and the first time since that day in which he has the confidence that his life will return to normal and complete healing will occur. They made it very accessible to have surgery coming from another state. We will be forever thankful for Dr. Haytmanek's outstanding skills and compassion.

From the owner: C. Thomas Haytmanek Jr., MD is an ankle and foot orthopedic specialist at the world-renowned…read moreSteadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado. His work as a orthopedic doctor include: * Fracture Fixation * Ankle Arthroscopy * Cartilage Restoration * Sports related injuries of the foot and ankle * Achilles Tendonitis * Achilles Tendon Rupture * Ankle Fracture * Exertional Compartment Syndrome * Bunions * Claw Toes * Corns and Calluses * Hallus Rigidus * Hammer Toes * Heel Pain * Lisfranc Injury * Morton's Neuroma * Plantar Faciitis * Sesamoiditis * Sprained Ankle * Talus Fracture His ongoing Orthopedic research projects include: * Hindfoot Fusion Nail System * Total Ankle Arthroplasty and Cartilage Repair * Chronic Leg Pain in Athletes * Hamstring Strains in Athletes * Injuries to the Metatarsophalangeal Joints in Athletes * Instability of the Subtalar Joint * Leiomyosarcoma of the OS Calcis * Peroneal Tendon Dislocations You can read more about Dr. Haytmanek's ongoing research by visiting his website.

Quite simply, Dr. Clanton and his team have given me back my life. A previously unknown ankle…read moreinjury from a pedestrian/MVA forty years ago left me with stage 3 & 4 arthritis. Surgery was done on the ankle 2 1/2 years ago that left the ankle worse than before surgery. Having just retired I was looking forward to travel, horseback riding and hiking. I was told I couldn't walk through a grocery store, let alone an airport. I could not even walk across our yard to feed horses. I had surgery with Dr. Clanton mid January of this year, and the outcome was excellent. I completed a three mile hike two months ago, grocery shopping and have been through multiple airports. Most recently I went back to him as I was have a small amt of intermittent pain where we knew a large bone spur was located. It was a pain I could live with if it wasn't causing any damage. Tendon damage was occurring. I had surgery to remove the spur, was back in regular shoes within a week, had my first post-op which was also my last as I am doing so well. Thanks Dr. Clanton and your team! if I could give more than five stars I would!

From the owner: Dr. Thomas O. Clanton is an internationally recognized orthopedic surgeon, specializing in sports…read moreand traumatic injuries to the lower extremities, including the leg, ankle, and foot. He is an orthopedic doctor, specializing in treatment of the foot and ankle with extensive experience in treating the following injuries: * Achilles Tendonitis/Rupture * Ankle Arthritis * Ankle Fracture * Bunions * Claw Toe * Club Foot * Corns * Flat Foot * Hallus Rigidus * 1st MTP Arthritis * Hallux Valgus * Hammer Toes * Heel Pain * Lateral Ankle Pain * Lisfranc Injuries * Morton's Neuroma * OCL Talus * Plantar Faciitis * Peroneal Tendon Injury (dislocations) * Posterior Tibial Tendon Injury * Sesamoiditis * Stress Fracture As an orthopedist, Dr. Clanton also has extensive experience in the following treatments: * Foot/Ankle Arthroscopy * Bunionette * Cartiva SCI * STAR Ankle Replacement * Ankle Fusion * Lateral Ligament Repair vs. Reconstruction * Deltoid Repair vs Reconstruction * Orthotics * Arthroscopic Joint Debridement