IntestinalDiverticulitis near Englewood, CO

Care Philosophy: Dr. Kellogg is described as detailed, humorous, and patient. She believes the doctor-patient relationship should be a partnership in which they come to shared decisions whenever possible. She believes this is best done through communication and active listening.

Care Philosophy: Partner with my patients to help them achieve optimal health and happiness.

Biography: Dr. DeLine was born and raised in Denver, Colorado. He attended Creighton University for both his undergraduate degree as well as his medical degree. While at Creighton, Dr. DeLine received membership to Alpha Sigma Nu, the national Jesuit Honor Society. Dr. DeLine has practiced at Porter, Littleton, and Swedish hospitals after finishing his residency in 1989. Dr. DeLine completed his residency in general surgery at St. Josephs Hospital in Denver, Colorado. His professional practice of surgery includes interests in surgery of the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands; advanced laparoscopic procedures; and cancer surgery of the breast, GI tract, and skin, including melanoma. He also actively cares for hernias of all types, bowel adhesions, and emergency surgical conditions.Dr. DeLine is married with four children. He enjoys road biking, skiing, swimming and most of all, spending time with his family.

Biography: Dr. Matthew Nichols obtained his undergraduate degree at Rice University in Houston, Texas, and went on to receive his medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, where he graduated with honors and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honors society. He then completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. After conducting a year of hepatology research, Dr. Nichols continued his training as a Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellow at the University of Colorado, where he served as Chief Fellow in 2006. His areas of special interest include the management of inflammatory bowel diseases and esophageal disorders. Dr. Nichols is the primary investigator for a number of research studies focusing on new therapies for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Dr. Nichols is actively involved in the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), and has been the physician sponsor for the south metro CCFA support group since 2007. Dr. Nichols is the medical director of Ridge View Endoscopy Center.