UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital is a medical facility located in Aurora, CO. This hospital has been recognized for Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ and Critical Care Excellence Award™.
Patient Experience Rating
9% higher than the national average
Awards
Healthgrades awards tell you which hospitals deliver superior quality care. Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance using objective quality measures including clinical outcomes and patient safety, as well as patient experience.
Learn more about our awards methodologySpecialty Clinical Quality Awards
Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia
Critical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Appendectomy
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Bariatric Surgery
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Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
Defibrillator Procedures
In Hospital
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Heart Attack
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Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
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Valve Surgery
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Heart Failure
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Diabetic Emergencies
In Hospital
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Sepsis
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Respiratory Failure
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Pulmonary Embolism
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Specialty Excellence Awards
Critical Care Excellence Award™
2024, 2023
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Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
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Colorectal Surgeries
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Pancreatitis
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
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Bowel Obstruction
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Gynecologic Procedures
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Hysterectomy
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Vaginal Delivery
In Hospital
C-Section Delivery
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Cranial Neurosurgery
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Stroke
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Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Hip Fracture Treatment
In Hospital
Hip Replacement
In Hospital
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Outpatient Total Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Outpatient Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Outpatient Back and Neck Surgery (except Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
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Outpatient Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
In Hospital
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Prostate Removal Surgery
In Hospital
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Pneumonia
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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Specialty Excellence Awards
Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™
2025
Complication Based Ratings
Back and Neck Surgeries (without Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Spinal Fusion
In Hospital
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Carotid Procedures
In Hospital
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
In Hospital
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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National Average
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
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Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
May 01 2025
Review for Dr. Ghiassi
Dr. Pecen took excellent care of my eye and my concerns. She is always attentive to my needs.
Apr 30 2025
Review for Dr. Pecen
Dr. Malgor has reviewed my medical records before coming in. She asks what my concerns are for this visit. After conducting the necessary test(s), she tells me what has changed. She discusses her next steps in my care. The first thing she does is apologize for keeping me waiting a few minutes. ...
Apr 30 2025
Review for Dr. Malgor
I have been a patient of Dr. Ravdel for over five years, and I can confidently say that she is an amazing healthcare professional. From the moment you walk into her office, you are met with warmth and a genuine desire to help. Dr. Ravdel listens attentively to your concerns, provides insightful...
Apr 30 2025
Review for Dr. Ravdel
Micah reviewed my glaucoma diagnosis and confirmed it is stable. He then chatted a few minutes about life. Rare for professional in any field to take time to connect.
Apr 30 2025
Review for Dr. Rothstein
Location
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital located?
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital is located at 12605 E 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital has been awarded with Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ and Critical Care Excellence Award™ in the past two years.
Is UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital highly rated with patients?
74% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 12 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital profile..
How does UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
Healthgrades provides detailed information on hospital safety and outcomes for patients. Click here to learn more about hospital safety.
Dr Ghiassi is a very knowledgeable and empathetic professional. I've received nothing but excellent care and treatment for a condition called Central Serous Chorioretinopathy. I highly recommend her.