Orthopedics | BCH - Boulder Community Health
Orthopedics • Boulder, CO • Since 1922
About
BCH Orthopedics at Boulder Community Health - Overview: BCH is a nonprofit health system in Boulder, Colorado, offering comprehensive orthopedic services as part of its wide range of care. - Services: Orthopedic trauma and general orthopedics, with connections to plastic/surgical specialties as part of BCH’s musculoskeletal care. - Contact/reach: Part of Boulder Community Health (bch.org); main affiliations and leadership include orthopedic trauma medical direction and related nursing/administrative roles. - Context: BCH provides emergency/trauma services and a full spectrum of medical care (cancer, cardiology, neurology, maternity, imaging, etc.), with a focus on high-quality medical care and patient access. If you’re seeking specifics about orthopedic programs (e.g., surgeons, joint replacement, sports medicine, or schedule/appointment options), I can pull those details if you’d like.
Clinic Type
Orthopedics
Address
4747 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80301, US
Phone
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- rater8 (for Boulder Centre for Orthopedics and Spine): 4.89 out of 5 stars (8.1K ratings and 3.7K comments)
Patients praise
- High patient satisfaction scores for orthopedic specialists and surgeons
- Professional, knowledgeable, and caring surgical and support staff
- Effective surgical outcomes and recovery experiences
- Organized and efficient clinic operations for orthopedic procedures
Common complaints
- General reports of rude or dismissive staff attitude in hospital settings
- Concerns regarding long wait times and poor communication in emergency care scenarios
"Dr. Chen is filled with honesty and empathy all wrapped into a package! He was trustworthy and optimistic! Feeling super hopeful and good 6 hours post op! Many thanks to his team holistically at Boulder Ortho- exceptional care from EVERY person!"
— rater8 (Boulder Centre for Orthopedics and Spine)"I had surgery on April 4th at Boulder Community Hospital in Colorado with Dr. Rector... He and his super nurse Michelle were thorough and professional and I really appreciate the personal attention I received through out this process."
— Surface Hippy TestimonialSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- BCH & CU School of Medicine celebrate 10-year partnership at CU Sports Medicine & Performance Center — Sep 4, 2025
- Happy hearts at the 2025 Heart to Heart 5K | Boulder, CO — Oct 9, 2025
- BCH in the News: Daily Camera highlights success of the BCH Foundation's Centennial Campaign — Oct 3, 2025
- Boulder Community Health Receives National Lotus Recognition™️ - Watson Caring Science Institute — Oct 14, 2025
- Celebrating a milestone: The Boulder Community Health Foundation completes $22 million Centennial Campaign — Aug 20, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine is a private, hospital‑quality orthopedic practice based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 1968. With 64 employees and about $14M annual revenue, they serve Boulder, Lafayette, and the Front Range. The center emphasizes personalized, outcome‑focused care from a team of world‑class orthopedic specialists for bone, joint, and muscle conditions. They operate across five office locations (primarily in Boulder and Lafayette) and offer expert treatment plans tailored to individual needs. Contact: 303-442-2666 or 720-512-5085.
Boulder Medical Center (BMC) offers comprehensive Orthopedics services as part of its broader family medicine and specialty care network in Boulder. Highlights below: - Specialty: Orthopedics with a focus on patient care and core values, including recent recognition for staff excellence (2026 Q1 Core Heart Award for Claire Sweeney, MA, in Orthopedics). - Team additions: New orthopedic physician assistant Kathryn Makowski, PA-C, recently joined BMC Orthopedics. - Integrated care: Orthopedics is part of BMC’s multi-specialty medical center, complementing primary care, sports medicine, and other specialties for coordinated musculoskeletal care. - Access: Available through Boulder Medical Center’s main campus, with an overall emphasis on accessible, in-house specialty services. If you’re seeking orthopedic care specifically at Boulder Medical Center, you can expect a recognized team, recent staff updates, and integration with other primary and specialty services. For appointment details or to confirm which orthopedic services are currently offered (e.g., conditions treated, imaging, surgery, PT), you may want to contact BMC Orthopedics directly or visit their site’s orthopedics section.
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