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Summary
Douglas Hardesty, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon in Wheat Ridge, CO, with clinical interests that encompass all aspects of neurosurgery, including brain tumors (both benign and malignant), spine surgery, and trauma. He has a special interest in complex cranial cases, where minimally invasive techniques can lead to excellent outcomes and faster recovery times.
Dr. Hardesty is dedicated to providing each patient with the best possible outcome and the highest quality of life.
“I believe in treating every patient like my own family member. This often means choosing conservative or nonoperative treatments when appropriate, or using minimally invasive techniques when surgery is needed.”
Outside of his practice, Dr. Hardesty enjoys traveling internationally with his wife, spending time with their two dogs, and exploring Colorado’s many hiking trails.
Dr. Hardesty is dedicated to providing each patient with the best possible outcome and the highest quality of life.
“I believe in treating every patient like my own family member. This often means choosing conservative or nonoperative treatments when appropriate, or using minimally invasive techniques when surgery is needed.”
Outside of his practice, Dr. Hardesty enjoys traveling internationally with his wife, spending time with their two dogs, and exploring Colorado’s many hiking trails.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 15 years of experience
- speaks English
- Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Douglas Hardesty
12905 W 40th AveGolden, CO 80401 Tel: (303) 265-5430
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Douglas Hardesty
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Medical Specialties
Douglas Hardesty has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Douglas Hardesty has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
Douglas Hardesty holds an active medical license in the states of Nebraska and Ohio.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Nebraska that expires in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania in 2011.
NPI Number
Douglas Hardesty's NPI number is 1013203835.
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- Douglas Hardesty speaks English.
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- Which hospitals is Douglas Hardesty affiliated with?
- Douglas Hardesty is affiliated with Chi Health Bergan Mercy, Chi Health Immanuel, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and Chi Health Lakeside.
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