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Dr. Eric Jaakola, DPM

Dr. Eric Jaakola, DPM

Podiatry*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Eric Jaakola, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Denver, CO and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Finch University School Of Podiatric Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with HCA HealthONE Rose. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Locations

HCA HealthONE Rose Wound Care

HCA HealthONE Rose Wound Care4545 E 9th Ave Ste 220 Denver, CO 80220
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Foot and Ankle Center of the Rockies

Foot and Ankle Center of the Rockies4600 Hale Pkwy Ste 440 Denver, CO 80220
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Dr. Jaakola is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Jaakola specializes in the area of Foot Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Jaakola's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jaakola

4.6

19 ratings, 8 with a written review
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Oct 31, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Aug 17, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
B Nagel – Aug 17, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2021
We're so glad you had a great experience with Dr....Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 30, 2020
Thank you for the review. We are happy to hear...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Happy patient – May 01, 2020
We are so pleased to hear you had a great...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Maxine T. in Denver, CO – Jan 27, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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CP in Firestone , Co – Apr 14, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

"I take a comprehensive approach to patient care. This means looking at the whole patient, not just the foot and ankle. It also means listening to patients' needs and concerns, and involving them in their own care by educating them on their condition and presenting them with all available treatment options."

biography

After graduating from the North Colorado Podiatric Surgical Residency in Greeley Colorado in 2004, Dr. Jaakola joined the Diabetic Foot and Wound Center to begin his career. I was fortunate to have a well-rounded residency that provided me with...read more
  • Podiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • American College Of Foot And Ankle Surgeons

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Finch University School Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery®
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Foot Surgery
Self designated 

Dr. Jaakola is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA HealthONE Rose

      4567 E 9th Ave
      Denver, CO 80220
      Recipient of 22
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      11% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality