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Dr. Kris Alden, MD

Dr. Kris Alden, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Kris Alden, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Aspen, CO and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with Aspen Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 85 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (85 reviews)

The Steadman Clinic, Aspen, CO

401 Castle Creek Rd # 2100 Aspen, CO 81611
Telehealth available

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Dr. Alden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alden

4.8

85 ratings, 65 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Nancy – Apr 15, 2024
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Karen Gemskie – Jul 15, 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
7 people found this helpful
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Hip Replacement – Jun 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Lou Ann Dawkins – May 12, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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JAMES COX – Apr 22, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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David Gorecki – Jan 18, 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
6 people found this helpful
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Kirk Lagemann – Dec 16, 2021
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Kathleen Staeger – Sep 04, 2021
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Lynn – Sep 01, 2021
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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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Debbie Tharp – Aug 10, 2021
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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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Michele H. – Jul 07, 2021
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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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Ginnie P. – May 26, 2021
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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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Mike Mangano – May 24, 2021
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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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Martin – May 14, 2021
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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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Marlene A. – Mar 10, 2021
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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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Caryn K. – Feb 02, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Dawn – Jan 15, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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James Potter – Dec 10, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Janice Frantz – Nov 08, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Judie Wehner – Mar 15, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Alden strives to significantly improve the quality of life for his patients, focusing on enhanced activity levels and mobility. He dedicates much time during appointments to answering questions and explaining reasoning for recommended care....read more

biography

Dr. Kris J. Alden is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who is fellowship trained in hip and knee reconstruction.  He completed a dual degree program in which he received his M.D. and Ph.D. concurrently at the University of Illinois at...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

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  • Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
  • Southern Illinois University-carbondale

    1993
  • University Of Chicago

    Undergraduate School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

The Steadman Clinic, Aspen, CO

The Steadman Clinic-Aspen401 Castle Creek Rd # 2100 Aspen, CO 81611
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The Steadman Philippon Clinic200 Robinson St Basalt, CO 81621
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Aspen Valley Hospital

    401 Castle Creek Rd
    Aspen, CO 81611

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    10% higher than the national average

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