Andrew W. Parker, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon - Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine, Knee & Shoulder, General Orthopedics

Fax: 303-321-8814

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Andrew W. Parker, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, joined Orthopedic Associates in 1992. Dr. Parker attended Northwestern University Medical School. He completed his internship and residency through Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago before completing a fellowship at Louisiana State University in knee and shoulder sports medicine.

Dr. Parker was the head team physician and medical director for the Colorado Avalanche from 1995 through 2017. He also served as a consulting physician for the Denver Nuggets. Dr. Parker is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, and Arthroscopy Association of North America. He was a member of the National Hockey League Physician’s Society, serving as president from 1992 to 1994 and from 1995 through 2017.

Education

Fellowship: Knee and Sports Medicine Fellow, Louisiana State University, Lake Charles, LA
Residency: Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL
Medical School: Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL
Undergraduate School: Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Academic Appointments

Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthopedics, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center – Denver, CO

Professional Sports Affiliations

Colorado Avalanche 1995-2017: Team Physician and Medical Director
Denver Thunder–1992 – 1993: Team Physician and Medical Director
Denver Nuggets–1992 – 2008: Consulting Physician
Denver Daredevils–1996 – 1997: Consulting Physician

Memberships & Organizations

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
American College of Sports Medicine
American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society
Colorado Medical Society
Colorado Orthopedic Society
Denver Medical Society
Executive Committee, National Hockey League Physician’s Society Member-at-Large, 1998-2000 President, 2000-2002Western Orthopedic Society

Interests & Hobbies

Enjoying time with his family including his two dogs
Skiing
Basketball
Woodworking

Dr. Parker's Reviews

Marketa R.

The best of the best orthopedic surgeon in town !!!!!

Laurie W.

Simply The Best!

Sara M.

I appreciate how efficiently the office runs. I'm used to sitting in doctor waiting rooms long past my appointment time no matter how early I arrive. Here I was escorted to the exam room, got x-rays, met the doctor and was out the door in 30 minutes, without sacrificing quality of care. Everyone was so friendly and nice, it was a great first experience.

Braden B.

Dr. Parker and his team were great! Surgery went well, got a huge amount of mobility back relatively quickly. No complications. Very happy with surgery

Fabulosa y Fit bonita. P.

La atención que recibí Exelente la enfermera , el Dr. también tuve la oportunidad de que ver que está interesado que y como fue mi accidente y revisó mi brazo de una forma adecuada gracias 🙏

Jeff Van W.

Great surgery experience and knowledge from Dr. Parker and his entire team! Made a stressful situation much more comfortable!

Amber C.

Dr. Parker is highly professional and direct. He clearly explained that a knee replacement will be necessary in the future and didn't sugar-coat the situation. I trust him and plan to have him as my surgeon if anything happens beforehand.

Charlie W.

I didn't care for the scheduler when I called. He kept arguing with me on whom I should see, even though I was given Dr. Parker's card on my previous visit. Except for that, I really did like Dr Parker and appreciated that he recommended PT, meds and possibly an injection, instead of surgery for now. Thank you!

ALISA R.

Dr. Parker is very personable. He is straightforward when discussing your condition and the best possible options to treat it. If you do need surgery, he is one of the best.

Jenna L.

Im a competitive marathon runner, so any knee injuries are very serious and scary to me. Dr. Parker treated my knee surgery with empathy, compassion, and directness. He took time to answer my questions and reassure me. He gave me freedom and choice in determining my care. I would recommend him to anyone abut especially an athlete looking to treat a knee injury.

Dr. Parker's Clinic Locations

Denver Rose/Cherry Creek

4700 E. Hale Pkwy, Ste 550

Denver

80220