Program Overview The Denver Health Pharmacy Resident Mentorship Program is an innovative and holistic support program designed to reinforce and aid residents as they develop professional skills, strategies, and expertise as a practicing pharmacist under the guidance of a pharmacist mentor. The purpose of this support and growth is to supplement the expected learning and development overseen by…
Program Overview R.E.S.U.L.T.S. stands for Residents Establishing Skills Utilizing Learning and Team Support. The program is designed to be tailored to the research conducted by PGY-1 residents at Denver Health and to provide additional support to residents engaging in this research while simultaneously increasing independence and building clinical research and project management skills. Studies…
In coordination with the University of Colorado, Denver Health's Family Medicine Residency provides extensive experience in providing care to Denver residents. The University of Colorado Hospital and Denver Heath are the premier teaching hospitals for the entire Rocky Mountain region. They are dedicated to excellence in patient care, medical education, innovation and care of the under served…
The American College of Surgeons Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Course emphasizes the rapid initial assessment and primary management of the injured patient, beginning at the time of injury and continuing through initial assessment, lifesaving intervention, reevaluation, stabilization and transfer to a trauma center. This course consists of pre- and post- course exams, core content lecture,…
Ongoing research is a vital component of Denver Health's Rocky Mountain Regional Level I Trauma Center and allows Denver Health to provide the most advanced and highest quality trauma care to patients. Denver Health’s trauma surgeons, in conjunction with colleagues from the University of Colorado School of Medicine, are continually researching predictors of multiple organ failure in…
The University of Colorado Hospital (UCH) /Denver Health Surgical Critical Care (SCC) Fellowship is an ACGME/RRC approved training program whose goal is to educate fellows in the advanced care of critically ill and injured patients. The SCC Fellowship is the first year of a two-year Surgical Critical Care and Trauma and Acute Care Surgery training program. Rotational experience includes trauma,…
Denver Health's Trauma and Acute Care Surgery (TACS) Fellowship was approved as an official training site by the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma (AAST) in May 2008. This fellowship encompasses trauma and non-trauma surgical emergencies, as well as surgical critical care. TACS training provides comprehensive emergent surgical and critical care to trauma and non-trauma…
Denver Health's Level 1 Trauma Center, named the Ernest E. Moore Shock Trauma Center, is committed to providing trauma education to trauma centers, hospitals, physicians and pre-hospital agencies throughout the Rocky Mountain Region. Our physicians and nurses travel to outlying hospitals to provide educational lectures for health care providers. They also provide injury prevention education…
Trauma Education The Ernest E. Moore Shock Trauma Center at Denver Health Denver is committed to educating to hospitals, physicians and EMS agencies throughout the Rocky Mountain region. The monthly Denver Health Trauma Lecture Series spotlights one of our renowned faculty providing education on timely topics, such as COVID-19 and coagulation, to timeless topics such as trauma resuscitation and…
Denver Health is pleased to offer you the opportunity to view many of our past Pediatric Trauma Grand Rounds recordings. Please click on the recording below that you would like to view.
Denver Health is pleased to offer you the opportunity to view many of our past trauma lectures. Please click on the lecture below that you would like to view.
We roamed the halls at Denver Health and asked staff to describe our values in their own words. Here's what they had to say. After a months-long journey to uncover what uniquely defines Denver Health, we found that there are fourvalues that best exemplify our decisions, our behaviors and our passions. The four values are: Respect Belonging Accountability Transparency…
Employees can find information about the Leave of Absence Process and The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Please do not hesitate to contact the Leave of Absence Processing Team, Employee Relations via email at loafmlprocess@dhha.org. LOA Request Form
Read the Latest Huddlesheet Information on this page will be updated frequently. For additional information on specific human resources and clinical procedures, please visit the Pulse subsite, accessible from the Pulse homepage If you have a patient facing role, please watch this short video to understand the correct procedure for donning and doffing PPE. For more information on PPE, including…
City Curfew Extended Through This Week Denver Mayor Michael Hancock has ordered an extension to the curfew for the City & County of Denver from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. each night this week until the morning of Friday, June 5. Exemptions: Travel for essential health and safety activities Employees who need to travel to and from work If you are working during this…
Medical Staff Services and Provider Enrollment Office Our department supports almost 1700 Medical Staff and Advanced Practice Providers through comprehensive credentialing and privileging processes that ensure each provider meets the highest standards for delivering safe, high-quality care. We serve as a key resource to the organized Medical Staff, offering guidance on bylaws, rules and…
Documents and forms under this section (FML for Family Member Condition) are for an employee who has a spouse, dependent child, parent or domestic parent that has a serious health condition under the FMLA. This section contains the necessary forms needed to complete your Leave of Absence process. Disregard any documents that have already been submitted or do not apply to your…
A spouse, child, parent, or next of kin may take up to 26 weeks of FMLA during a single 12-month period to care for a member of the Armed Forces including a member of the National Guard or Reserves, who is undergoing medical treatment, recuperation, or therapy, is otherwise in outpatient status, or is otherwise on the temporary disability retired list, for a serious injury or illness in the line…
An employee can take up to 12 weeks of FMLA leave for any qualifying exigency arising out of the fact that the spouse, or a son, daughter, or parent of the employee is on active duty (or has been notified of an impending call or order to active duty) in the Armed Forces in support of a contingency operation. This leave is not confined to a single 12-month period. The 12-weeks are also reduced by…
Denver Health's Unique Approach to Lean Unlike many other hospitals in the nation who only implement select Lean tools, Denver Health has installed a unique strategy-based approach to Lean systems deployment: Lean Management Systems: Lean provides a philosophy, methods and tools that enhance our organization's success in today’s changing healthcare environment. A robust Lean Management…
The Denver Health Lean Academy provides numerous Lean tools and systems courses to support you. More courses are scheduled to be added over time, so please come back often to stay up to date. We've redesigned our classes to align with our new certification program! For organizations sending multiple learners, group discounts may be available. Reach out to the Lean Academy at leanacademy@dhha…
Denver Health Lean Academy offers a menu of certification options for professionals of all levels! Immerse yourself in Lean Management Systems with our foundational courses, lasting 1-2 days, setting the stage for career and operational excellence. The 14 Deep Dive courses, aligned with the LMS framework, offer practitioners the chance to deepen their understanding and drive transformative change…
Learners enhance their journey toward operational excellence with our bespoke Lean coaching and custom instruction services. Tailored to a learner's unique needs and goals, our expert guidance ensures maximum impact and sustainable results in one's Lean transformation journey. Lean Coaching DHLA Lean coaching services offer tailored guidance and support, empowering individuals and…
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If you are currently a leader within your organization, or have direct responsibility for divisions, departments or projects within your organization, these workshops will help you become a Lean leader and coach others in Lean. Start the week off in Lean Management Systems where you will gain a clear understanding of Lean concepts for leadership roles and also learn how the five critical…
Parking at Denver Health is available for a nominal fee for all attendees staying outside of walking distance. Parking information and maps will be emailed to all participants prior to your course date. Recommended Hotels The following hotels are only recommended options for your stay while attending the Denver Health Lean Academy. Denver has many great hotel options and you are not required…
We are committed to building a continuing education program that supports high quality, interprofessional learning opportunities. See our list of programs along the left-hand side.
Denver Health is an accredited sponsor of multiple graduate education programs offering robust training for the next generation of clinicians committed to providing high quality, low-cost integrated care. In addition to Denver Health's own residents and fellows, we train over 800 residents and fellows from the graduate medical education programs sponsored by the University of Colorado School…
The Rocky Mountain Regional Level I Trauma Center offers a variety of education and training opportunities for professionals in the field. Pre-Hospital Hospital Academic Rocky Mountain Trauma & Emergency Medicine Conference Rocky Mountain Trauma & Emergency Medicine Conference All Hazard Risk Preparedness Paramedic/EMS Education Trauma Outreach Education…
Denver Health is a leader in training the next generation of health care professionals, whether the students are in medical school, undergraduates or thinking about a future health career as high school students. See our offerings in the list on the left.
DH Academy June 2023 Leadership Courses Greetings, The DH Academy is your source for organizational learning by providing education for your development needs. Below is a list of our course offerings for June 2023. You can register in Cornerstone! You can also register for a specific course by either clicking on the link above the course description or by clicking on the Cornerstone logo within…
The Denver Health job shadowing program is designed for students ages 14 years or older interested in a career in health care. The student must be enrolled in a high school or a college undergraduate program. Shadowing a health care professional at Denver Health lets students experience the day-to-day life of the professional and provides information on the skills and education required for the…
Denver Health offers a 2-day Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) training for Colorado licensed, practicing providers on-site at its community health centers. More than 55 providers have completed the one-on-one program since 2016, strengthening skills in contraceptive counseling and LARC insertion & removal procedures. Priority is given to clinical providers employed with Colorado…
Denver Health's Professional Development Department is an American Heart Association (AHA) Training Center. All courses are conducted in accordance with AHA guidelines. An AHA certification card or e-card will be issued after successful completion of the class and is valid for two years. Courses CPR / BLS for Health Care Providers Heartsaver CPR & AED Health Care…
The Denver Health Administrative Fellowship Program is a year-long project and rotation-based fellowship that allows the fellow to work on a wide variety of projects throughout the enterprise. The fellow will serve as project manager or provide project support on multiple projects throughout the year, while rotating through different clinical and administrative services. The full-time, paid…
Overview The Denver Health APP Post-graduate Fellowship in Behavioral Health will provide an intense, well-rounded, 12 months of clinical and didactic training to facilitate a successful career as a behavioral health physician assistant or nurse practitioner. Fellows will engage in core training in behavioral health to achieve the fellowship’s mission to develop APPs with expertise in the…
Program Start Date: October 2026 Program End Date: October 2027 We will accept applications for the 2026-2027 cohort starting March 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2026. Please apply early to the program, we fill interview spots on a rolling basis. Information Session, Current Resident Q & A A Webex Q&A with program director and current fellows will occur late March/early April 2026.…
Denver Community Health Services Family Medicine Residency is a vibrant young program built on a solid foundation of community service and medical education. Our partnership with the University of Colorado Family Medicine Residency allows us access to top quality didactic experience, while training in one of the most well respected FQHC’s in the state, Montbello Family Health Center. The…
**Note: We are no longer accepting applications for the 2024-25 academic year.** Overview The Denver Health Emergency Psychiatry Fellowship is designed to train physician leaders in the subspecialty of emergency psychiatry. Over 10% of emergency department (ED) visits in the United States involve a psychiatric or substance use disorder — over 17 million visits per year. This volume…
Administrative Fellowship AO Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship AO Orthopedic Trauma Research Fellowship Behavioral Health APP Fellowship Breast Imaging Fellowship Emergency Medical Services Fellowship (ACGME-accredited) Emergency Medicine Research Fellowship Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Fellowships in Adult and Pediatrics Emergency Psychiatry Fellowship Integrated Behavioral Health Post-…
Welcome to Denver Health! We are excited to have you join us for rotations during your residency program. If you are a CU School of Medicine new intern attending the New Intern Orientation at Denver Health on June 16 or 17, 2021, please be sure to complete the following pre-orientation assignments PRIOR to attending orientation: 1. (Required) Attestation to self-monitor for COVID-19 symptoms…
Emergency Medicine Residency (ACGME-accredited) General Practice Dental Residency (CODA-accredited)
On July 1, 2020, Denver Health became the official clinical home base for the Primary Care program – all primary care trainees have their continuity clinics based in the Denver Health system, and their outpatient clinical focus lives in the Denver Health system as much as possible. Denver Health has a longstanding commitment to care of underserved populations and proven experience in…
Becca Barlow, 2022—2023 Becca is a Boston, MA native and earned her MPH in Healthcare Management from Boston University School of Public Health. Becca’s dual interests in healthcare administration and public health began in her early career on the front lines of medicine as an EMT in California, where she saw firsthand how systemic…
Overview: Denver Community Health Services Family Medicine Residency is vibrant, innovative teaching health center built on community service and medical education. The Montbello Clinic is a vibrant community of patients, staff and providers, rich with opportunities to become not only an excellent clinician, but a true community partner. Our patients are 45% Spanish speaking and over 85%…
Program Director: Kimberly Insel, MD, MPH Insel graduated from the University of Arizona College of Medicine in 2011 and completed her family medicine training at University of Colorado Family Medicine Residency in Denver in 2014. She completed a faculty development global health fellowship at the Center for Global Health at University of Colorado in 2015. She has a master's in public health…
Family medicine physicians have some of the broadest skill sets in the world of medicine, and our curriculum is intended to create physicians fully ready to enter any kind of practice they desire. Our didactic curriculum has been carefully designed in partnership with the University of Colorado Family Medicine Residency and enhanced with changes to the ACGME requirements for Family Medicine. This…
Jared Barnett, MD, MPH Jared graduated from the University of Arizona College of Medicine Tucson in December 2023. He has a Masters in Public Health from the University of Arizona. He is passionate about community medicine, social justice, and inclusive care. He is also dedicated to global health and has worked in hospitals and clinics in Central America, Africa, and Asia. When not at work, he…
How to Apply We only accept applications through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application System). We ask all applicants to address why they are applying to our residency program with a focus in community medicine within their personal statement. Please review the rest of this page for additional information about required application materials. Please contact us at dchsfmr@dhha.org for any…
Class of 2027 Jared Barnett, MD, MPH Jared graduated from the University of Arizona College of Medicine Tucson. He has a master's in public health from the University of Arizona. He is passionate about community medicine and inclusive care. He is also dedicated to global health and has worked in hospitals and clinics in Central America, Africa, and Asia. When not at work, he enjoys hiking…
Contact Information: Yasmin Sacro, MD Program Director Yasmin.sacro@dhha.org Christine Haynes, MD, MPH Assistant Program Director Christine.haynes@dhha.org Kendra Burghardt Program…
Common to all three Denver Health Primary Care resident sites: Caring for patients in a Federally Qualified Health Center with level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home distinction. We are able to provide access to the highest quality health care, whether for prevention, or acute and chronic diseases. Variety in patient populations, including age, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. There…
Interns in the Primary Care track attend weekly dedicated curricular sessions during two months out of their first year (7-8 Tuesday mornings in June/July and March/April). For our upper level residents, there are weekly Wednesday morning conferences on outpatient or elective months and 6 Wednesday mornings each year (12 Wednesdays in total) are dedicated to the Primary Care track…
Detailed descriptions of all electives are included here. Special electives offered to Primary Care residents: Addiction Medicine Ambulatory Endocrinology Complementary/Integrative Health and Nutrition Dermatology Family Planning & Women's Health Orthopedics for the PCP HIV & Underserved Care Indian Health Services Palliative Care & Hospice…
Sample schedule based on 4 weeks inpatient + 4 weeks outpatient model. All residents will have: 12 x 4 week rotations 2-week Intern Bootcamp (hands-on training sessions integrated into clinic and wards) Holiday Break (either Christmas or New Year's week off) Please note that every schedule will vary slightly and will differ from this schedule by a couple of weeks…
The Healthcare Interest Program (HIP) supports Denver Health's workforce development needs by creating pathways into the healthcare field for the next generation of healthcare providers. HIP is a Denver Health initiative that serves undergraduate students interested in healthcare careers. The program supports the academic and professional development needs of its students through a combined…
Learn more about how high school students interested in medical careers can apply to be an intern through Denver Health's Medical Career Collaborative (MC2) program. Medical Career Collaborative The Medical Career Collaborative (MC2) is a health careers pathway program designed to provide youth, starting in high school, the opportunity to gain experience and exposure to the world of…
Welcome to Colorado Works for International Physicians (CO-WIP), a dynamic partnership between the Spring Institute and Denver Health dedicated to empowering current Colorado residents who have graduated from international medical schools with MD-equivalent degrees to excel in primary care residency programs and obtain their medical license to practice in the United States. Denver Health is the…
The International Visiting Physician Program is offered by Denver Health in order to support collaboration in medicine and advancement of education. The intent of the program is to share the knowledge and expertise of Denver Health Physicians with international colleagues by providing shadowing, research, and other educational opportunities. The Office of Education partners with each Department…
Program Overview The School of Medical Laboratory Science is an 11-month hospital-based education program, offered by Denver Health, designed to provide theoretical knowledge and student and clinical laboratory experiences in all laboratory disciplines. The program begins in early January and finishes in mid-November. Part of the mission of Denver Health is to participate in the education of the…
For those who have been accepted into the International Visiting Physicians program at Denver Health, please email lynne.briggs@dhha.org to communicate about payment.
Prerequisite Courses The student must have prior to starting the program: A BS or BA degree in chemistry or biological sciences from a regionally accredited college/universityA minimum of 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) in chemistry, including:Two semesters of general chemistry with a laboratory componentOrganic chemistry and/or biochemistryTwo courses must include a laboratoryA course in…
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Student tuition is $21,000. Upon acceptance to the program, the Program Director will provide scholarship/grant information for which students may apply. Accepted students may obtain a scholarship up to $12,000 with a commitment to work at Denver Health as an MLS for a minimum of 2 years. Lab coats and other personal protective equipment (PPE), and professional liability insurance will be…
EpicCare Link connects you with your patient's Denver Health records EpicCare Link is a web-based application intended for outside clinical providers that allows them to connect with their patient’s health history in real time, using an Internet browser. Use EpicCare Link to gain secure read-only access to patient information from within Denver Health’s electronic health record like progress…
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The 24-hour Transfer Center at Denver Health is a one-call resource for transfers and consultations to Denver Health. Dedicated clinical staff answers the phone and takes care of coordinating transfers for all trauma and direct inpatient transfers for adults and children. Process: Call the Denver Health Transfer Center; anytime, day or night. Your call will be answered promptly and will be…
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About 100 children in the United States are killed every year while walking to or from school; another 25,000 children are injured as a result of school zone accidents. 1 in 5 children killed in traffic crashes are pedestrians. In 2010, more than 4,000 pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes in the United States and another 70,000 were injured. This means every 2 hours someone is killed…
Backpacks are wonderful ways to carry our school supplies. But, as helpful as they might be, they can strain muscles and joints and cause back pain if they're too heavy or are used incorrectly. Heavy backpacks can affect a child's body in many ways. The spine is made of 33 bones called vertebrae. These vertebrae have discs that help absorb the shock to our bodies as we walk and move.…
Ensure Proper Bike Fit and Always Wear a Properly Fitting Helmet Bring your child when shopping for a bicycle to make sure it's the right size for the child — not one they'll have to "grow into." The child's feet should be able to touch the ground when sitting on the seat. Before using your bicycle, always make sure it's ready to ride by inspecting all…
Bullying is unwanted often aggressive behaviors, in which someone intentionally and potentially repeatedly causes another person physical or emotional harm. Bullying takes on many forms and can happen to individuals of all ages. As stated by President Obama "being bullied is not just a rite of passage or part of growing up." Common examples of bullying include being: Harassed…
Button Batteries Small, coin-sized batteries can be found in products in nearly every home in America. From the flashlight sitting on the table, to the remote control next to the TV, "button batteries" as they are commonly referred to, are in thousands of products used in and around the home. Young children and senior adults are unintentionally swallowing the button batteries and in…
It only takes a few minutes to save a life. In today's world of technology and multi-tasking, it is easy to lose track of time or make a costly mistake. Even on a cool day, a vehicle can reach dangerous temperatures quickly. In only 10 minutes the inside of a car can climb 20 degrees even with the windows cracked. Preventing Heatstroke: Don't leave a child or pet alone in a car…
Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless, colorless gas created when fuels (such as gasoline, wood, coal, natural gas, propane, oil, and methane) burn incompletely. Sources of carbon monoxide in the home include heating and cooking equipment that burn fuel, like a gas stove or fireplace. Each year, thousands of people are treated at hospital emergency rooms for CO poisoning; unfortunately…
Providing a safe environment when our children are away from home is a parent's responsibility. One of the best things you can do for your children is to educate them and make them aware of the dangers. Child Safety Tips can help protect your child and provide some peace of mind. Always supervise your child so they are not left unattended. Encourage children to buddy up and never…
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What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is abuse by a spouse or partner. It can be physical or emotional. Things like hitting, constant put downs, withholding money, threats, bullying, isolation, sexual abuse or using children in harmful ways can all be acts of abuse. An abusive person uses these actions to maintain fear, intimidate and maintain power over the partner. Every 15 seconds…
Take the Pledge with Denver Health. The fight to end distracted driving starts with you. Make the commitment to drive distraction-free today. Texting takes your eyes off the road for 4.6 seconds. At 55mph, that's like driving an entire football field blindfolded. Tips to Prevent Distracted Driving Keep your hands on the wheel. Set your music playlist before you start driving…
If you are concerned that alcohol or drug use may have been a part of the cause of an injury or illness in your life, learn more about how to know if there is a problem and how to get help. How Can I Tell if I Have an Alcohol or Drug Problem? Review these items as you think about your drug or alcohol use: The number of drinks or amount of drugs can't measure an alcohol or drug…
What to do when your partner says YES and you want to say NO Sexual activity can be a positive experience that makes couples feel closer to each other. Deciding to become sexually active with another person changes the way you think about and act towards each other, in ways you may not even expect. In healthy relationships, both people decide together if and when they want to be sexual with…
Winter Sports Injury Prevention Tips: Frostbite It only takes a few minutes for exposed skin to become frostbitten if the temperature is below 20 F and the wind is blowing at 20 mph or more. What is Frostbite? When outside in the cold, your body is focused on maintaining its core temperature. To do that, it shifts blood away from the extremities and toward the central organs of the heart…
Keep your family safe this Halloween with these simple suggestions. Treats Warn children not to eat any treats before an adult has carefully examined them for evidence of tampering. Choose Safe Costumes Costumes should be short enough to prevent children from tripping and falling. Children should wear well-fitting, sturdy shoes. Mother's high heels are not a good idea for…
Beat the heat with these tips from Denver Health. Beating the heat can be challenging when temperatures approach 100º F. Stay inside during the hottest hours of the day - mid morning to mid afternoon. Dress lightly. Drink plenty of water and other fluids - at least a gallon of liquid per day, preferably water. Avoid drinking alcohol and beverages that are…
Wear A Helmet! The best way to reduce injury from bicycle crashes and outdoor recreation is by wearing a helmet. Children should always wear a helmet for all wheeled sports activities. A properly-fitted bike helmet is just as effective when riding a scooter, roller skating or inline skating. However, when skateboarding and long boarding, make sure your child wears a skateboarding helmet. Make…
Using your fireplace, wood stove or other fuel-fired devices can be a great way to provide heat and comfort during the cold winter months. Before you use your device, it is important to follow a few basic safety steps to avoid a dangerous situation. As stated by the National Fire Protection Association, the second leading cause of all home fires was heating equipment (14%), and failure to…
Talking with Your Parents about Your Sexual Decisions The decisions you are making about your sexual behavior are an important part of becoming an adult. You may be asking yourself some questions: Am I really ready to have intercourse? How can I protect myself from sexually transmitted diseases? Am I ready to have a baby? How can I keep from getting pregnant? What does…
Condoms are sheaths of thin latex or plastic worn on the penis during sex. Condoms collect semen ("cum") before, during and after a man ejaculates ("cums"). Why Use a Condom? If used correctly, condoms are the cheapest, easiest and best way to protect against sexually transmitted infections/diseases (STIs/STDs) and pregnancy. Condoms should be used correctly during oral sex…
Winter Sports Injury Prevention Tips: Skating Ice skating is a fun winter activity, and also a great exercise! The National Safety Council offers these tips to help you and your family enjoy safe skating. Wear the right equipment. Wear warm clothing and skates that fit comfortably and provide enough ankle support to keep you on your feet. Have the blades professionally sharpened at…
