OsteoarthritisofHand near Aspen, CO

Care Philosophy: I believe the most important thing is to take compassionate, appropriate care of my patients. I would rather have people understand that I would like to help people rather than that I trained well. Medicine is fun, because you can have relationships with people. It was great to serve as a military field surgeon before entering my residency at Fitzsimmons hospital. One can still feel a little altruism about serving our country.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Mann's treatment philosophy is "to educate the patient, help them understand their problem, and equip them to manage their injury." Dr. Mann states, "Sometimes this requires surgery and/or the aid of a skilled physical therapist."

Care Philosophy: Dr. Chrastil has received multiple accolades over his career for his patient-centered approach to medicine. He takes time to educate patients and their families about operative and non-operative approaches to arthritic hips and knees. Additionally, he brings Midwest values and honest answers to the often complex experience of medicine and surgery. "I am grateful to practice orthopedic surgery because I can help people limited by arthritic pain return to activities they have always enjoyed."