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Dr. Michael Tracy, DO

Dr. Michael Tracy, DO

Orthopedics*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Tracy, DO is an orthopedic specialist in Lafayette, CO and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities Foothills Hospital and Intermountain Health Good Samaritan Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 54 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (54 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tracy is affiliated with Foothills Hospital Boulder, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Tracy specializes in the area of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Tracy's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tracy

3.6
54 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Nice, but not very understanding
First off, The presence of risk factors for overdose should not prevent the proper management of pain in any given patient. (AHA) note, he will abruptly discharge you even after several months of treatment if you suggest or say two keywords. Narcotics, and opioids. You will be terminated from treatment. Now remember that quote up there. And quit being a scary cat (for any doc reading this) and realize some people have real pain that is strange that is unbearable at the most random of times. Based on his rapid discharge ofMe saying narcotics and opioids in the same sentence I was terminated after months of seeing the team. I will also say based on my records and the very same text used by the office&records that the doctor contradicts himself in nature. He says patient was drug seeking but also states patient went to street drugs to treat pain. Do better, think with humanity. And quit using statistical analysis to do your job so often. Be a human. Understand others more. Or try.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Anonymous Musical Artist & Entrepreneur – Dec 29, 2023
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Moved 4 times in 3 years to Colorado base. Found this Physician. Stayed faithful through an "ugly" symptoms detox of Fentanyl patch that was non- working pain management. Absolutely saved my life. If you want another SHOT at LIVING- try this Dr/STAFF.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Adriane – Jul 08, 2021
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Dr. Tracy is a rare find. Excellent diagnostician, caring human, and good communicator. The best
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 others found this helpful
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Jul 29, 2020
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Strong healthcare knowledge with excellent communication skills and a terrific bedside manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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David York in Denver, CO – Jul 13, 2018
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Dr Tracy, Danny, and Maria provide outstanding care. Integrated sports and spine gave me my life back. They have significantly reduced my pain and did not make me feel unwanted like Comprehensive Pain Management. They also team with Mary at ESP to provide PT. Mary offers techniques that have reduced my reliance on medication and taught me how to fall asleep. I can sleep again. Thank you so much. However, I can't thank them enough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Brandon in Denver CO – Feb 13, 2018
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i have been a patient of Dr. Tracy for a number of years. i find him warm, a great listener, knowledgable, insightful diagnostically and personally. I have referred family and friends to him who have also experienced great results. He has always been patient and has helped me advocate with other medical providers. He has improved the quality of my life greatly and I am in way less pain now than when i started with him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Joy R in Boulder, CO – Apr 13, 2017
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I saw a doctor here for a spinal issue. He suggested a spinal cord stimulator, which I agreed would be a good course of action, but he wanted me awake for the procedure which terrified me. Getting an appointment was extremely time consuming and mentally abusive. The front desk refused my copy of medical records and MRI stating, "you could have made them up." I was appalled so needless to say I never returned.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Denver, CO – Apr 03, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

As an osteopathic physician, I use a whole person approach to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal problems. Pain may occur in one area but may be the result of dysfunction or restriction in another area. Additionally, our goal at ISS is to maximize...read more
  • Orthopedics

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  • Rehabilitation Institution Of Chicago/northwestern Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2008
  • Western University Of Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific

    Medical School, 2004
  • Univeristy Of Southern California

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Foothills Hospital

    4747 Arapahoe Ave
    Boulder, CO 80303
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

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

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

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Intermountain Health Good Samaritan Hospital

    200 Exempla Cir
    Lafayette, CO 80026
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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

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

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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