John Bessette, CSCS, XPS, XFS
Sports Performance Coach
Specialties: Knee Sports Medicine • Hip Sports Medicine • Shoulder Sports Medicine • Sports Performance
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John received a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and a Minor in Psychology from North Dakota State University. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association; an EXOS Certified Performance Specialist, and an EXOS Certified Fitness Specialist.
While attending NDSU, John was accepted into an internship program for EXOS at the Andrews Institute in Gulf Breeze, Florida, during their 2016 NFL Combine season. While at EXOS, he worked with a wide variety of athletes, from high school and collegiate to NFL and MLB athletes. He also assisted in training US Special Forces. Shortly after his internship, John was hired as a Performance Coach for EXOS in San Diego, CA, where he worked for four years before moving to Colorado Springs to help open a new corporate EXOS site. John currently works at the Colorado Center of Orthopedic Excellence as a Sports Performance Coach. His passions include skiing, travel, landscape photography, hiking and backpacking, and working with youth athletes.
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During mid-May, Dr. Purcell performed a total knee replacement for my left leg that was necessitated due to advancing arthritis with severe pain. The surgery went well but I had difficulty with knee flexion for several months following the surgery. As a result, I met with Dr. Purcell several times and he was very informative and supportive during each visit which I greatly appreciated. Currently, my left knee flexion continues to improve and I am looking forward to a right knee replacement by Dr. Purcell in the near future.I would also like to recommend Marcus Shelton, Surgical-Scheduler, for all of his help in planning the surgery and his explaining the necessary pre-surgery preparations and post surgical steps in order to have a successful outcome. Mr. Shelton provided excellent assistance and is someone that can be relied upon when an answer is needed quickly. On a personal note, he is someone that genuinely cares about helping others when they most need his professional guidance and support.
I can not say enough great reports for all the teams at CCOE. Dr. Crowther just did a very difficult spinal surgery for me. Having been in healthcare for 52 years, worked with orthopedics for 30 years in OR, the team is fantastic. I have my legs, I am pain free and walking well. My husband has had 3 shoulder surgeries by Dr. Weinstein and each has been with extraordinary success. We would recommend this team of doctors and team as over the top excellence.
My visit with CCOE was outstanding. The location is well run and managed - clean, no lines, wonderful and efficient staff all around. My appointment was with Ashley Taylor, FNP, who was phenomenal! Took her time with me, explained things in detail, thorough on my exam, and promptly treated me. I would highly recommend Ashley and the center as a whole. Thank you!
Very impressed with the care I received. I saw Whitney, the NP. She was knowledgeable. Nailed what the problem is and was totally on top of referrals and sending in needed Scripts. When I had a f/u meeting, I was thrilled that she patiently answered all my questions and didn’t make me feel rushed.
NP Whitney was amazing. Efficient but friendly, and she seemed to get right to the heart of my hip issue. Highly recommend.
Excellent service and care from the staff and especially Ashley Skok Taylor, PA. I would highly recommend OCC. I have received outstanding care from Dr. Weinstein and Jeremy in the past with great results.
The Colorado Center of Orthopedics was a great experience from beginning to end. The front office staff was cordial and supportive. Dee, the radiologist, was very professional and prepared. Ashley Taylor, RN, did a very thorough job of examining my shoulders. After the examination, Ashley used a shoulder model to explain what the X-Rays showed and after we discussed next steps. I highly recommend the Orthopedic Center and their staff.
Having knee problems. Great service. Doctor Lao was easy to talk with and provided a fix. Nurse tech was super also. I highly recommend.
This group was recommended to us by our primary care Dr and my daughters coach. We saw Matthew Albrecht and had a great experience. Injuries can make for a very difficult time for an athlete and the compassion and care at this practice is top notch. We finally feel like we are on track to healing and have a solid plan. If you have an athlete in need of care I highly recommend you bring them here.
After years of being juggled around about my back and neck pain issues and everyone trying to treat the problem pain pills 💊, following another patients recommendation I set up an appointment with Dr Douglas Crowther and they immediately got to work on my back and got me into surgery and started h my neck surgery. My surgery went very well and just got my collar off yesterday and am already pain free from the areas that were related to the neck area. Everyone on the staff was extremely professional AND friendly. Everything was explained and all questions were answered in a way that was easy to understand. I am already getting set up for my next surgery. Awesome people and I extremely highly recommend everyone.
I was very scared and apprehensive to go to a doctor for my back. In the past I've been told it's age or wear and tear and didn't really feel heard or that the doctors took me seriously. After meeting Whitney she took the time to show me my images and explained them to me and my husband. She heard me!! She got it!! My concerns were hers and quickly came up with a plan! I literally left In tears to know I was FINALLY listened to and my concerns weren't crazy!! Thanks again!! I'd highly recommend her!!! And the office was so nice from the front office staff to the MA to the Xray tech The surgery scheduler, The DME gentleman and of course Whitney!!
This was my first time here, and I had a great experience. Check in was easy. Everyone was friendly. Nice lobby. The NP who helped me, Whitney, was wonderful - educated me, listened to my concerns, helped me understand my options. Thanks, Whitney!
Dr.Doner has been the best! He is extremely knowledgeable and makes you feel at ease. I heard he was the best with hips and he hasn’t disappointed. I’d refer anyone to him if they have any hip issues. Very personable and cares about his patients. One of a kind doc!
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