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Dr. Ronald Hugate, MD

Dr. Ronald Hugate, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Ronald Hugate, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Centennial, CO. Dr. Hugate has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Hip & Pelvic Surgery. He is affiliated with HCA HealthONE SKY Ridge. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 215 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (215 reviews)

Locations

Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center

Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center14000 E Arapahoe Rd Ste 290 Centennial, CO 80112
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Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center660 Golden Ridge Rd Ste 250 Golden, CO 80401
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Panorama - Westminster Office at Orchard Park

Panorama - Westminster Office at Orchard Park14190 Orchard Pkwy Westminster, CO 80023
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Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center-Westminster

Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center-Westminster8510 Bryant St Ste 120 Westminster, CO 80031
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Panorama Summit Orthopedics

Panorama Summit Orthopedics68 School Rd Frisco, CO 80443
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hugate is affiliated with HCA HealthONE SKY Ridge Lone Tree, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Hugate specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Hugate's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hugate

4.8

215 ratings, 161 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
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Patricia D Jones – Mar 26, 2025
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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
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Janet Tidgewell – Mar 05, 2025
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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
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Andrea B – Feb 01, 2025
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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
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Jan 29, 2025
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What could be improved
No results
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Alex Krikos – Jan 10, 2025
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Mary – Jan 06, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Lili Muladore – Sep 10, 2024
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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
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Jeannie – Aug 13, 2024
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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
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Jul 25, 2024
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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
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Holly – May 20, 2024
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Teresa Morton – May 16, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Brittany Satini – Mar 13, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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VB – Mar 05, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 26, 2024
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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
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Renee – Dec 20, 2023
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Telehealth
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
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NH – Nov 28, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sue – Nov 08, 2023
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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
Helpful
Shirley – Oct 25, 2023
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Telehealth
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
Helpful
Oct 08, 2023
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Corinne – Sep 08, 2023
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About Me

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care philosophy

Dr. Hugate specializes in orthopedic oncology, bone healing, complex joint replacement and reconstruction and hip preservation.

biography

Dr. Hugate is a founding member of the International Center for Hip Preservation at Sky Ridge Medical Center specializing Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO). Learn more at: MyHipPreservation.com.Ronald Hugate, M.D., FAAOS is a board certified orthopedic...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Penn State University - Milton S Hershey Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2003
  • Penn State University - Milton S Hersey Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • Co-Author 'The Handbook of Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery: Through the Eyes of the Patient, Surgeon and Medical Team" Multiple Scientific Publications and Presentations

  • Multiple Television Appearances on 'Animal Planet- Emergency Vets", Channel 9 News Denver, Channel 4 News Denver, Colorado Public Radio, etc.

  • Army Commendation Medal for excellence in battlefield surgical care- Baghdad, Iraq, 2003

  • Army Commendation Medal for excellence in battlefield surgical care - Sharana, Afghanistan, 2010

Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA HealthONE SKY Ridge

    10101 Ridgegate Pkwy
    Lone Tree, CO 80124
    Recipient of 55
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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