Andrew Apple, MD

Andrew Apple

Orthopedic Surgeon - Joint Replacement & Reconstruction

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Based on 231 reviews.
Specializing in Total Joint Reconstruction; Knee & Hip; Knee & Hip Arthritis; Primary & Revision Joint Replacement; Total Knee & Hip Replacement
Fax: 303-344-1922
Andrew Apple

Dr. Andrew Apple is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the treatment of knee and hip arthritis, including primary and revision joint replacement. After graduating from Duke University, he obtained a Master of Science degree in Physiology and Biophysics at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Apple earned his medical degree and completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at Tulane University School of Medicine. He then pursued a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

Prior to joining Advanced Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Specialists, Dr. Apple began his career as an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Joint Replacement at Tulane University School of Medicine, where he was involved in the education and mentoring of residents and medical students.  Dr. Apple has been an invited speaker at regional and national meetings, has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, and has presented his research at regional, national, and international conferences.  He currently serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Arthroplasty and the Journal of Knee Surgery.  Dr. Apple is a Fellow of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.

Dr. Apple feels that patient education is essential for successful orthopedic care and loves seeing patients return to their activities, whether with surgical intervention or non-operative treatment. He is excited to establish his practice in Colorado and is currently accepting new patients at the Denver and Parker locations.

Education

  • Fellowship: Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
  • Residency: Orthopedic Surgery – Tulane University School of Medicine
  • Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine
  • Master of Science Degree: Physiology and Biophysics – Georgetown University School of Medicine
  • Undergraduate School: Duke University

Board Certifications

  • Board Certified American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

 

Leadership & Outreach

Dr. Apple's Reviews

Lori M.
2 weeks ago
Dr Apple is very good. He just completed doing a R TKA on me 12 days ago. He is very personal, very professional, darn good at his job. You never feel rushed and he always spends time with his patients. I highly recommend Dr. Apple
Lois Q.
2 weeks ago
Excellent Medical Care. From Pre-op, Surgery, Post-op, very thorough, A ton of information on how to prepare for Surgery, what to do during the whole process. Very pleased with Dr. Apple's whole operation. The follow up on Physical Therapy, just totally pleased!
Shira R.
2 weeks ago
Dr Apple is wonderfully empathetic and a great listener and the injections were painless
Barbara R.
3 weeks ago
Dr Apple is amazing! He gets to the point of your issues along with next steps. I would highly recommend him to everyone in need of an orthopedic specialist
Robert E.
3 weeks ago
Dr. Apple has been very thoughtful and great at explaining each step along the process of my knee replacement.
Bob S.
4 weeks ago
Dr Apple is the best. I have seen him for my right hip issues. He is very knowledgeable and explained my issues and how to manage my hip pain.
Brett B.
4 weeks ago
Very professional visit. Easy to understand and very informative conversation during initial visit. Highly recommend Dr Apple.
Debbi S.
1 month ago
I have been a patent of Dr. Apple for a few years. His care helped my knee pain issues. Starting with injections that eased arthritis pain progressing to torn meniscus repair surgery. Later graduating to a total knee replacement a few months ago. His complete listening to my questions resulted in my complete confidence. My husband has been very pleased with my progress and has since began receiving care from Dr. Apple. We both highly recommend.
ROY G.
1 month ago
Exceeded expectations
Carole W.
1 month ago
Dr. Apple is very kind and through
Leidy M.
1 month ago
Excelente persona el doctor apple me dio mucha informacion sober mi caso contesto todas mis preguntas para yo dar el siguente paso le doy 5 de 5 ⭐️
Shawna P.
1 month ago
I have been going to Dr. Apple for a little over two years now. He is excellent. He listens to me and comes up with the game plan that best fits your needs and your lifestyle.
Dennis S.
1 month ago
Dr Apple was very friendly and professional. He made sure my wishes and concerns were addressed concerning my health issues. I feel extremely valued as a patient.
gerald T.
1 month ago
Best Dr experience I've ever had
Stan P.
1 month ago
Dr. Apple is very pleasant, professional and explained the knee injection procedure.
Cory P.
1 month ago
Dr Apple so far has been great. Surgery date is in the future and that is when the rubber hits the road. Looking forward to a successful event!

I am 8 weeks out from surgery and I am extremely happy with the results. Walking on the treadmill again at the same distance, speed and incline as before.

Great job Doctor Apple!
Mary Beth O.
1 month ago
Dr. Apple has a wonderful listening ear to all that was going on pre and post surgery. I felt confident in his abilities and care, as well as, his staff through my left knee replacement. I would highly recommend him for knee and hip care.
Veronica M.
1 month ago
Dr. Apple gives very competent and caring care.
cindy W.
2 months ago
Fast , polite , professional 🎯
Connie C.
2 months ago
Dr Apple is the best. He give you all the information about your case and lets you decide where you want to go from there. Very friendly and kind person you’ll love him. Wish more Dictors were like him.
Thanks Connie
Kevin
2 months ago
I have been seeing an orthopedic surgeon for approximately 7 years. Dr. Apple excels at his profession, has outstanding bedside manners, and I can’t believe how easy his shots are when I get them in my knee. I don’t even feel it! he will be performing TKR on me within the year, and I look forward to it, especially with Dr. Apple at the helm!
Tim F.
2 months ago
Dr Apple is friendly, professional and takes great care of me!
Henry B.
2 months ago
Dr. Apple is absolutely wonderful, he is always Polite and Professional, and a great Dr. And a wonderful person to be around. He has a gift to make people feel comfortable.
suzanne G.
2 months ago
Dr Apple was personable and very knowledgeable. He was patient and answered all my questions and explained everything in plain language, which I appreciate. I will find out if he is as good as I believe, but I have faith in him.
Judith S.
2 months ago
I would not ask to have a hip replacement by anyone else than Dr. Apple! He has been professional, personable, understanding and knowledgeable while demonstrating kindness and caring regarding other things that arose as we awaited my surgery date. He is the best! And he has a terrific MA in Lakiah!
Lorne L.
2 months ago
I am officially two weeks out from hip replacement surgery with Dr Apple. I cannot say enough about Dr Apple and his team. I would highly recommend them. I have a phobia of hospitals and medical facilities and Dr Apple and his team made me as comfortable as possible to get through this highly anxious situation. Dr Apple slows everything down and answers every question you may have, and listens to your concerns. This could have been a horrible experience for someone like me, but it wasn’t. I am very thankful for the research I did prior to deciding to have surgery and for the outcome I have received with Dr Apple.
Gary Z.
2 months ago
Dr. Apple is a five star top notch, professional knee injury doctor. He’s very methodical in checking every possible aspect of knee injuries. I highly recommend him to any individual having knee injury issues. He is the best. Gary Zeller Denver, Colorado
Susan F.
2 months ago
Dr. Apple and his team are 5 star all the way!
T D.
2 months ago
I thank Dr. Apple for every thing he has done for me, by showing me the X- Rays he had taken and explaining what was really happening with my knee and suggesting first, treatments by steroid injections, and then IF necessary, going further into possible surgery.... At first I was afraid of taking an injection at all because of some of the "horror" stories about steroid injections and thought it would be useless, but Dr. Apple calmed me by expressing what it would or could do for me for the good. He was quite informative about everything I asked about and that was extremely satisfying and helpful to the point I did receive a steroid injection, AND IT didn't even hardly hurt at all. There were times that I have fainted from different injections in the past, but Dr. Apple was very understanding and kind about my fears and worries about my knee and then, gently doing the very quick injection to which I thought was going to be painful and long but he was quick and it was done in seconds without any hurt. IF anyone ever asks me about Dr. Apple, I will never hesitate to recommend him immediately. I only first had him as a new patient, but to me, he's a kind and concerned Orthopedic Doctor. He is very informative about my knee issue, explains thoroughly what is going on, gives options of what could be done, and most of all, he doesn't choose the options that must be done for you. He allows you to think about those options and choose what you, as a patient, wants. That is very important to me. In the past years, sometimes I've not had that opportunity.
So again, I'm glad that Dr. Apple has accepted me as his patient and I thank him very much for what he's done so far and I would not want to go to anyone else for my knee issues or any other othopedic issues. Thank you Dr.Apple.
Marius B.
2 months ago
Dr. Apple speaks to your wellbeing not a profit, if you're lucky enough to be his patient then you know what I'm talking about. You're amazing at what you do and it's very important to me that you know that.
Annette W.
2 months ago
Dr Apple’s oversight of my knee issue has been helpful and timely. His plan is to continue carefully and keep checking on a timely basis. The office staff is very efficient as well. I will recommend his care to others.
Lori M.
3 months ago
Very personable, and knowledgeable. Dr. Apple takes time to explain and answer your questions. You never feel rushed.
Katrina S.
3 months ago
Have been a patient of Advanced Orthopedics for 20 plus years. The best of the best Drs there. Dr. Apple exceeds all expectations. He makes you feel comfortable. Great staff. Thank you!!
annette R.
3 months ago
Very happy wit Dr Apple and the staff
Melonie C.
3 months ago
Dr Apple has been an amazing doctor meeting my various needs. Anticipating one nite in the hospital after my knee replacement surgery, many complications ended up 12 nites, 5 in Rose Medical Center and 7 in Spaulding Rehab Hospital. He was very attentive and addressed my concerns with the complications putting me at ease. With several months into my healing process, .a new complication arose, extreme muscle spasms making me unable to move my leg without deep agony! Dr. Apple’s treatment was fitting me in his schedule asap as if I were his only patient. He went above and beyond the call of duty! He was very impressive and much gratitude of his care.
Thank you very much, Dr. Apple!!
Melonie Cutler
Tad W.
3 months ago
When your looking for smore guidance on health issues that are Sometimes difficult. The professionals at OCC are always informative and compassionate about each situation. I've had knee problems and issues for years and was always encouraged to try other options and ideas to cope with my problems. Only after a couple years we decided on the next step. This is the guidance that everyone hopes they get to develop trust in a Doctors office like I found with Dr. Apple.
Esther G.
3 months ago
Really knowledgeable, efficient, professional, and personal. Dr Apple and staff know what you need and works with you to reach a great outcome. He helps you manage your health by not being too quick to jump into surgery but tries other forms of relief before anything extreme. Im so happy Dr Apple is part of my healthcare team. I feel very fortunate because of him and I am ever grateful.
Debra S.
3 months ago
I had my hip replaced on Dec. 22 by Dr. Apple. I was given very clear pre-op instructions. I had my pre-op appointment with Dr. Apple and he explained exactly what would happen. He is very, very easy to talk to, and addresses all of your concerns. He also has an amazing medical assistant who arranges everything and not once have I called when she didn’t answer me immediately. I am very pleased with the care I have received from Dr. Apple.
Judy M.
3 months ago
Always professional.
Daniel G.
3 months ago
Fast and effective thank you. I will be a patient for years to come
Mary D.
3 months ago
I really like Dr. Apple he takes as much time as needed to explain things and does more thorough exam that my previous doctor. He listened to me and I feel like he truly cares
Gary L.
3 months ago
Very good experience
Wanda L.
3 months ago
Five Star Experience
Saidolim M.
3 months ago
Dr.Apple we greatly appreciated you and your team,my mom very pleased with you!
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L S.
3 months ago
They were on time, professional, friendly and efficient.
Elaine
3 months ago
Dr.Apple is the BEST!!!
He is caring and attentive; he has patience for and towards his patients; he problem solves.

And the BESTEST of all
Dr. Apple has a sense of humor!!!

I came from NJ for Dr. Apple to give me a new hip. I will be here again if the other one is needed

Shout out to Lakiah Louangrath of his office staff. She is definitely rates five stars.
TC C.
3 months ago
Dr. Apple was a great resource in addressing my hip pain.
Arthur S.
3 months ago
He is very nice and knowledgeable. Gives you options on your knee relief until surgery is needed.
Charles W.
3 months ago
Excellent medical advice. Quick x-ray turnaround.
Karen A.
4 months ago
Dr Apple took the time to listen to what I was experiencing before making a diagnosis and treatment plan.
Brynn O.
4 months ago
Dr. Apple has been absolutely wonderful in taking care of my knees. From the very first visit, he has been knowledgeable, attentive, and thorough, always taking the time to explain my condition and treatment options in a clear and reassuring way. His expertise and care have made a noticeable difference in both my comfort and confidence throughout the process.

I would also like to recognize his assistant, whose name I unfortunately can’t recall, but who deserves just as much praise. She is incredibly kind, professional, and welcoming, and helps make every visit run smoothly. Together, they make a fantastic team and create an environment where patients truly feel cared for and respected.

I’m very grateful for the excellent care I’ve received and would highly recommend Dr. Apple and his staff to anyone needing knee or orthopedic care
William H.
4 months ago
Dr Apple does a good job
Rodger H.
4 months ago
Dr Apple is very intelligent, thorough and thoughtful. Asks good questions, answers questions clearly and understandably and provides diagnosis, prognosis and treatment without having to wait.
Jeff D.
4 months ago
Great doctor & staff.I would recommend you and your staff all day long.
MonaRae H.
4 months ago
Dr Apple is the best, he actually listens to you
Robbin R.
4 months ago
Dr Apple and Lakiah are very responsive and supportive of my TKR. I appreciate all their efforts as I recover.
Lawrence D.
4 months ago
This is Kim Davis and I finally had to replace my bum knee that I had been avoiding for a year and a half.. He always kept me informed on all the pros and cons and offered options.. I've had other surgeries, but he was extra thorough with helpful information weeks ahead and helped prepare me for it.. he has been very compassionate afterwards, and I am doing very well, 8 weeks out👌
Laurie S.
4 months ago
Highly recommend Dr Apple and his team. Very passionate and caring Doctor.
Diane R.
4 months ago
Dr. Apple is truly exceptional. His surgical skills are outstanding, and his dedication to patient care is unparalleled. He takes the time to ensure that each patient feels comfortable and well-informed throughout their treatment. His professionalism and expertise make him a highly recommended choice for anyone seeking medical attention. It is evident that Dr. Apple goes above and beyond to provide the best possible care. Highly recommend.
Debbie B.
5 months ago
I’ve been to a few different ortho doctors about a knee replacement and this was the best experience ever! Dr. Apple explained everything thoroughly, way more than any other doctor has. I learned more about having a knee replacement than ever before and I really like that he is going to do a test to see if there’s an infection in my knee. He’s the best!
Simon D.
5 months ago
Very knowledgeable
A lot Attentions to details
Very informative
Theresa W.
5 months ago
Good communication skills, knowledgeable, on time.
Steve M.
5 months ago
Dr.Apole is very professional and listens and finds the best solutions to your knee issues. Highly recommend.
Patricia T.
5 months ago
Dr. Apple and his staff is very professional 👏
Richard A.
5 months ago
Great bed-side manner, knowledgable and easy going. A real find.
Tim F.
5 months ago
Dr Apple was professional, friendly, efficient and very effective. He listened to my complaint about my knee, assessed the X-rays and situation and immediately affected an intervention. It was also a pleasure meeting him and I feel I’ll be in great hands should I need him again. 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼😁
Sandra T.
5 months ago
My hip replacement went much better than expected with the care and concern from Dr. Apple and his entire team!
MonaRae H.
5 months ago
He's the best. Very caring and knowledgeable.
Ayse G.
5 months ago
Andrew Apple, MD at OCC is one of the best orthopedic surgeons in town. He helped me a great deal & my hip issues were resolved because of him. If you have any issues w/your hips go to Dr. Apple. You won't regret it.
Kelly R.
5 months ago
Great experience and always out of pain immediately. Very friendly office.
Clifford B.
5 months ago
If there were more stars to give, I would definitely give those to Doctor Apple.
Not only is he very professional in his practice. He is also very attentive and informative. His attention to detail is unmeasurable and he also has some very incredible assistance, helping him doing your visit. I'm truly grateful to him for taking good care of me.
Susan F.
5 months ago
Everything was explained clearly and my questions were answered
Gloria M.
5 months ago
Dr. Apple really listened to me about my right hip pain, he is comfortable to talk to!! Also he is very efficient and professional!! I will continue to go back to him as needed!!
John H.
6 months ago
Dr. Andrew Apple and the staff were amazing. He explained my options very clear and concise. He made me feel comfortable with everything that had happened and my options going forward. He never pushed any particular treatment. He left it up to me to decide. I was very impressed with the whole appointment.
Susan G.
6 months ago
Dr Apple was compassionate, friendly and actually paid attention to my medical history. He gave me two injections in the last 2 months, which helped relieve my pain. He worked with insurance for approval of medication. A 5-star Top professional.
Jenna D.
6 months ago
Easily one of the best experiences with a medical professional I have ever had. He took the time and really listened to my complex history, asked questions, and was extremely empathetic. I will definitely continue to go back to see him throughout my hip issues!
John S.
6 months ago
Had a great experience. I had been trying to figure out why my knee was so sore. After several doctors trying different treatments, Dr Apple finally figured out my Hip was the problem. After hip replacement, my knee is almost back to normal. I recovered incredibly fast thanks to his instructions. Would highly recommend him.
Barbara Y.
6 months ago
Dr. Apple is efficient!

Dr. Apple's Clinic Locations

Denver Lowry

8101 E. Lowry Blvd, Ste 230
Denver
CO
80230

Parker Lone Tree

11960 Lioness Way, Ste 260 A
Parker
CO
80134

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