Dr. Oliver Knauer is a fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon dedicated to helping patients relieve pain, restore mobility, and return to the activities they enjoy. He provides comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care for a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, including sports injuries, fractures, arthritis, tendon and ligament injuries, deformities, and complex reconstructive procedures. Dr. Knauer combines the latest evidence-based treatments with personalized care to help every patient achieve the best possible outcome.
Dr. Knauer believes that exceptional orthopedic care begins with listening to each patient’s concerns and developing an individualized treatment plan that aligns with their lifestyle, goals, and activity level. Whether caring for athletes, active adults, or individuals with chronic foot and ankle conditions, he is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care focused on improving function and quality of life.
As a fellowship-trained foot and ankle specialist, Dr. Knauer has advanced expertise in both routine and complex conditions of the foot and ankle. He emphasizes conservative treatment whenever appropriate while offering advanced surgical solutions when necessary to restore mobility and help patients return to work, sports, and everyday activities.
Outside the office, Dr. Knauer enjoys spending time with his wife and family, trail running, and exploring Colorado’s outdoors. His passion for maintaining an active lifestyle gives him a unique appreciation for helping patients get back to doing what they love.
Education
HCA Healthcare is in contract negotiations with Anthem and Cigna. Some patients may have received letters stating that care at an HCA facility could become out of network beginning Dec. 1, 2026, for Anthem or Jan. 1, 2027, for Cigna if new agreements are not reached.
HCA has assured us they expect to resolve both negotiations before those dates. If you have a procedure scheduled at an HCA facility, please do not cancel it based solely on the letter. Contact your insurer to confirm your facility’s network status and benefits, and reach out to our scheduling team with questions. We are monitoring the situation and will help patients understand their options as updates become available.
We will honor existing appointments through 03/01/2026 without authorization. However, any planned or ongoing treatment may be delayed if authorization is not received (IE: MRI, Surgery, PT/OT).
Please contact your PCP as soon as possible to obtain an authorization if you wish to be seen today or to avoid delays in care.
