Dr. Stephen F. Pehler, MD | Aurora, CO | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Orthopedic spine surgery is the focus of Dr. Stephen Pehler's practice. He practices orthopedic surgery and orthopedic spine surgery and is affiliated with HCA HealthONE Swedish Medical Center. He completed his residency at UAB Hospital and earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine. Dr. Pehler sees patients in Aurora and Englewood, Colorado, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Pehler 4.78 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.8

27 Ratings
16 years of experience
39 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Uab Hospital
19 written reviews
2 specialties
4 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Pehler's Ratings and Reviews

4.8

27 Ratings with 19 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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I love this doc. We have been through 2 surgeries together.. in the last year. 20 years ago I was told to do anything. I would never be able to walk again. But this man has changed my entire life!! Thank you Dr Steve!!! ????

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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December 24th, 2021

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Dr. Pehler is very warm and caring. He wants to make sure that the patient and family member understands what is going on. Dr. Pehler is a truly gifted surgeon and takes very good care of his patients. He will visit you every day that you are in the hospital. I am very grateful that we were referred to him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 4th, 2021

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Very polite and professional you always appreciate dealing with someone with good energy.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 16th, 2021

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Dr Pehler has been my orthopedic doctor for several years; he performed successful surgery on my neck and has followed up on issues related to back surgery, again for years. He is thorough, listens carefully and has resolved issues through physical therapy or injections when warranted or surgery when necessary. I trust him to be a first class physician.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 9th, 2020

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Very informative and competent

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 24th, 2020

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Absolutely Wonderful doctor

October 22nd, 2020

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Dr. Pehler is so nice and very intelligent in his practice. I had a 3 disc fusion and he was awesome. He took excellent care of me. I would definitely recommend him to everybody. Dr peeler is very professional yet he's very and during the office visit he treats you more like a friend than a patient he's very likable. Honestly I just couldn't say enough about this doctor and that's how good I think he is and I've had plenty of surgeons operate on me and he is by far the best..

October 12th, 2020

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I would and have recommended Dr. Pehler to anyone suffering g back or neck pain. He takes his time with you and explains everything, and will take the time to figure out what is wrong and the best course of action that needs to be taken.

June 9th, 2020

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Dr. Pehler is very good about explaining procedures and making you comfortable.

May 9th, 2020

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I have been to Colorado Orthopedic Consultants for a few visits. Dr. Pehler is certainly a doctor where he does not rush through his opinion and is very thoughtful about making a diagnosis and what surgery if any is necessary. I would suggest anyone with spine issues see him. Their staff is also thoughtful and very thorough. PS, they do have two offices: Aurora and Centennial. I have not experienced any excessive waiting time either.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 11th, 2020

Colorado Orthopedic Consultants

1411 S Potomac St Ste 400Aurora, CO 80012

Tel: (303) 695-6060

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

Colorado Orthopedic Consultants

401 W Hampden Pl Ste 220Englewood, CO 80110

Tel: (303) 695-6060

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

ThuClosed

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Colorado Orthopedic Consultants

145 Inverness Dr E Ste 300Englewood, CO 80112

Tel: (303) 695-6060

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

The Medical Center Of Aurora

1501 S Potomac StAurora, CO 80012

Centennial Hospital

14200 E Arapahoe RdCentennial, CO 80112

Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital

12605 E 16th AveAurora, CO 80045


Dr. Stephen Frederick Pehler, MD	Lara Hunter, MD	Samuel McBride, MD	Ian Weber, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.8 (27 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.7 (85 Ratings)
16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish			Speaks English
Aurora , CO	Westminster , CO	Parker , CO	Westminster , CO
Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Knee Osteoarthritis
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Uab Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Dr. Pehler's NPI number is 1134447121.

Carrie Ann Thompson
Nurse Practitioner
| Englewood, CO
(0)
Bridget Ann Mucha
Nurse Practitioner
| Steamboat Springs, CO
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Nurse Practitioner
| Aurora, CO
(0)
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What languages does Dr. Stephen Pehler speak?: Dr. Stephen Pehler speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Pehler affiliated with?: Dr. Stephen Pehler is affiliated with Hca Healthone Swedish Medical Center.

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