Orthopaedics
Jason Dragoo, MD
Professor and Vice Chair of Academic Affairs, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Colorado School of Medicine; Head Team Physician, Denver Nuggets
Minimally invasive ligament repair and reconstruction (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL) of the knee. Multi-ligamentous reconstruction. Meniscal repair, augmentation and transplantation. Cartilage regeneration using cell therapy, juvenile chondrocyte and osteochondral transplantation. Leg re-alignment surgery (osteotomy). Patellofemoral surgery including patellar instability. Patellar, quadriceps and Achilles tendon repair. Minimally invasive tumor resection of the knee. Modern treatment of female ACL tears.
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Education & Training
- Undergraduate: California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo (BS, 1992)
- Medical School: University of Arizona College of Medicine (MD, 1998)
- Residency: UCLA Medical Center (Orthopaedic Surgery, 2004)
- Fellowship: Steadman Clinic Program (Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, 2005)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Colorado Hospital Authority
Experience
25+ years in practice