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Denver Health is an highly integrated health care system with one of the busiest hospitals in the Rocky Mountain Region and a large network of community health centers and school-based clinics. More than 26,000 patients are admitted to the hospital each year and the system serves 191,000 individual patients each year. Denver Health’s remarkable achievements in patient care quality, despite the…
Doing Business with Denver Health At Denver Health we rely on vendors and suppliers to help us fulfill our mission to deliver consistent, exceptional care to all. To provide this level of service our staff depends on the best products and services that you, our partners, provide. Our partnership with you, therefore, is an essential component of our strategy to improve the well-being of all of our…
Our Denver Health Employees, Facilities and Technology have received numerous accolades, honors and awards. Denver Health Among Best Hospitals for Maternity Care Denver Health’s reputation as the most trusted hospital for families to deliver their babies was bolstered this week by U.S. News and World Report, which named Denver Health to its 2026 list of Best Hospitals for Maternity. Already…
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Denver Health's eleven-member Board of Directors are appointed by the Mayor of Denver. Board members serve five-year terms and direct Denver Health's activities, which includes financial management; education and quality assurance; and, personnel and compensation. Patti A. Klinge Patti Klinge has over 30 years of experience in human resources management. She most recently retired from…
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In recognition of the value of public input when considering policy decisions, the Board has developed the following procedures for receiving public comment at its meetings. Persons who wish to take part in the public comment period should become familiar with and follow these procedures. Subject Matter: Public comment at the Denver Health Board of Directors meetings, at the commencement of…
Denver Health recognizes the role our health system has in one of the fastest growing public health crisis. We have seen how gun violence affects our patients, our staff and our community. Gun violence is a public health issue that affects all of us. Firearm deaths have surpassed automobile deaths as the number one cause of death for children ages 0-19.At Denver Health, 43% of the gunshot wounds…
Our doctors, nurses, care teams and staff change lives for the better every day, but we can’t do it alone! Throughout the year, donations from our community make a huge impact on the people we serve. If you are interested in donating, thank you! We are honored by the compassionate individuals, groups and organizations who choose to support our patients by providing items or financial donations.…
Ready to make a difference at Denver Health? Our dedicated volunteers provide comfort and companionship to patients, families, and visitors, and we thank you for your interest! Before applying, please make sure you meet the following criteria: All applicants must be 16 years or older.All ongoing volunteer opportunities require applicants to commit to 6 months or 100 hours.All applicants must…
The Denver Health Pet Therapy program was started in 2010 with the mission of providing our patients, families, visitors and staff added comfort and companionship. Studies on pet therapy have shown visits with therapy animals can reduce stress, anxiety and pain, lower blood pressure, decrease the feelings of isolation and encourage communication. Our program currently offers visits with therapy…
Denver Health's top doctors were nominated and voted on by their peers throughout the Denver metro area.
May 30, 2023 DENVER – For more than 160 years, Denver Health has played a critical role as Denver's core safety-net hospital, providing care regardless of a patient's ability to pay. But recently, the health system has experienced unprecedented financial challenges, largely due to the dramatic increase in uninsured patients, uncompensated care and higher costs. Today, Kaiser…
May 26, 2023 DENVER – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) recently awarded Denver Health more than $1.3 million to implement innovative approaches to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce disparities for patients at highest risk. Black and American Indian/Alaska Native women are two to three times more…
Thursday, March 28, 2024 DENVER — Denver Health is pleased to announce that 28 physicians have been named to the 2024 Castle Connolly Top Doctors list, joining only 7% of practicing physicians in the United States who receive this recognition. Castle Connolly Top Doctors are peer-nominated and thoroughly vetted by a physician-led research team, according to the Castle Connolly Top…
April 13, 2023 DENVER – A prestigious national medical publication is recognizing the work of a Denver Health physician who strived to break barriers to provide high-risk COVID-19 patients among different races and ethnicities with improved access to health care and treatment during the pandemic. The research, authored by Lindsey E. Fish, MD, has been published in the Journal of…
The American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) selected Denver Health's Director of Radiology, David M. Naeger, MD, as the 2024 ARRS Distinguished Educator. The ARRS Distinguished Educator award honors those who are improving radiological education by creating and implementing new and innovative educational activities. It celebrates inspirational people who are dedicated to providing education…
Lown Institute ranks Denver Health among best in the nation in social responsibility, equity, value and outcomes July 18, 2023 DENVER — The Lown Institute is recognizing Denver Health as one of the most socially responsible hospitals in America, giving the hospital system A grades in Health Equity, Value of Care and Outcomes on the 2023-24 Lown Institute Hospitals Index. Lown…
June 5, 2024 DENVER — After an extensive stakeholder input process that included leaders from more than 100 business and nonprofit, government and community organizations and began in fall 2023, today Denver Health CEO Donna Lynne appeared before the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee of the Denver City Council to ask city leaders to advance a ballot initiative to…
Denver Health and the Denver Department of Public Safety Announce New Public Safety Medical Director
April 7, 2023 DENVER – Denver Health and Denver's Department of Public Safety (DOS) have announced that Shea Gilliam, MD, is the new Public Safety Medical Director to lead the clinical performance of Public Safety's emergency medical response services, including the Denver Fire Department emergency medical technicians and Denver 9-1-1. Gilliam is a board certified emergency…
Schools will benefit from further crisis response and stabilization resources, more coordinated care, and three additional STEP therapists Oct. 19, 2023 DENVER – Denver Health CEO Donna Lynne, joined by Caring for Denver Foundation executive director Lorez Meinhold, Denver Public Schools (DPS) superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero, Denver Health's director of service for general…
Patients experiencing food insecurity to receive weekly food boxes tailored to their medical condition DENVER – An innovative partnership is bringing healthy meal choices to patients with certain medical conditions that may improve if patients had proper diets. Denver Health is proud to partner with Food Bank of the Rockies to provide free, nutritious food boxes to Denver-area…
Denver, CO, August 2, 2023 – Denver Health been awarded on Newsweek's list of America's Best Addiction Treatment Centers 2023. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on August 16th, 2023, and can currently be viewed on Newsweek's website. The…
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Denver - Titan CEO and headline sponsor Wipfli LLP announced Denver Health CEO Donna Lynne as a 2024 Colorado Titan 100. The Titan 100 program recognizes Colorado's Top 100 CEOs & C-level executives. They are the area's most accomplished business leaders in their industry using criteria that include demonstrating exceptional leadership, vision and passion.…
Wednesday, December 13, 2023 DENVER, CO — Denver Health CEO Donna Lynne has been selected as an Axios Denver Power Player, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the Denver community. Axios Denver Power Players are celebrated as the city's "most influential and rising business leaders," according to the award's website. Factors including leadership qualities…
Thursday, February 15, 2024 DENVER — Former Denver Mayor Wellington Webb joined Denver Health CEO Donna Lynne today for an event honoring him and his important role in ensuring the long-term success of Denver Health. Lynne unveiled a commemorative portrait of Webb displayed near the main entrance of the hospital where tens of thousands of people will see the portrait annually. "…
August 27, 2024 Investigators at the Ernest E. Moore Shock Trauma Center at Denver Health are conducting a study to determine if calcium, vasopressin, or both early in the course of treatment will help severely injured patients who have lost a substantial amount of blood survive. The CAlcium and VAsopressin following Injury Early Resuscitation (CAVALIER) trial will include approximately 1,050…
27 de Agosto, 2024 Los investigadores del Ernest E. Moore Shock Trauma Center de Denver Health están llevando a cabo un estudio para determinar si el calcio, la vasopresina o ambos en las primeras fases del tratamiento ayudan a sobrevivir a los pacientes gravemente heridos que han perdido una cantidad considerable de sangre. El ensayo de calcio y vasopresina en la reanimaci&…
One of only four hospitals in Colorado to Receive Platinum Status DENVER — Denver Health has been recognized by the Colorado Healthy Hospital Compact for its efforts improve nutrition for patients, staff and visitors and to promote breastfeeding. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) honored Denver Health at a ceremony on June 14 for meeting rigorous…
February 1, 2024 DENVER — A first-of-its-kind partnership between Denver Health and Denver Public Schools aims to increase access to health care services through a mobile health clinic for DPS children and their families, including many newly arrived migrant families. Denver Health's Mobile Health Clinic will initially target visits to four DPS Community Hubs throughout Denver so…
September 26, 2023 Denver - Denver Health has named Jacob Nacht, MD, as its new EMS/Paramedic Division Medical Director and Associate Director of Service for Emergency Medical Services within the Department of Emergency Medicine. Nacht has spent nearly the last decade at Denver Health as he started his residency at the health system in May of 2014. An EMS fellowship followed from July 2018-July…
Offers patients ages 17 & under withdrawal management in a safe environment June 29, 2023 DENVER — In Colorado, fentanyl-related deaths continue to rise as well as the need for support for adolescents struggling with substance use disorder. In response to this growing need, Denver Health has opened the state's first licensed detoxification facility for adolescents to help…
Grateful patient shares story of survival as reason to help secure ambulances January 10, 2024 DENVER – Denver Health CEO Donna Lynne and Chief Paramedic Gary Bryskiewicz were joined by Mayor Mike Johnston and Denver Health patient Jessica Barclay and her husband, Colin, today to showcase 10 new ambulances that will begin serving the Denver community this month. This is the…
July 25, 2024 DENVER —Denver Health's vascular surgery team performed the first GORE® EXCLUDER® Thoracoabdominal Branch Endoprosthesis (TAMBE) procedure in Colorado on Thursday, July 18. Led by vascular surgeon Lisa Bennett, MD, this life-saving minimally invasive procedure is the first off-the-shelf endovascular solution for the treatment of complex aneurysmal…
Denver Health among best in the nation at serving its patients and community, according to health care think tank June 25, 2024 DENVER — Denver Health has been recognized by the Lown Institute for outstanding social responsibility, receiving an "A" grade on the 2024-25 Lown Institute Hospitals Index. Denver Health achieved this honor through strong performance across…
October's Annual Crucial Catch Initiative Promotes Cancer Prevention and Addresses Screening Barriers in NFL Markets Across the Country October 1, 2023 Denver – Denver Health recently received American Cancer Society and National Football League CHANGE grant funding to increase access to colorectal cancer screening. Since 2009, the National Football League (NFL) and the…
May 10, 2024 DENVER — In recognition of its achievement and innovation in health care sustainability, Denver Health received the 2024 Partner for Change Award and Circle of Excellence Award for energy from Practice Greenhealth, the nation's leading organization dedicated to environmental sustainability in health care. The Partner for Change Award recognizes Denver Health's…
Monday, April 8, 2024 DENVER — A recent study published in JAMA Network Open and led by Josh Williams, MD, pediatrician at the Wellington Webb Pediatric Clinic at Denver Health, found that "significant changes in perceptions of COVID-19 vaccine safety" were observed in a diverse sampling of insured pregnant and recently pregnant people in the latter portion of the COVID-19…
May 28, 2024 DENVER — A new research paper, "Power Dynamics Perpetuate DEI Inaction: A Qualitative Study of Community Health Clinic Teams," published in the Annals of Family Medicine explores the ways understanding race and role power dynamics within community health clinic teams can inform future efforts to advance diversity, equity and inclusion within health care settings…
Monday, February 12, 2024 DENVER— The Emergency Department at Denver Health is participating in a national study to evaluate if one of two commonly used sedative medications during intubation improves outcomes for severely ill adult patients. Intubation is a high-risk medical procedure that is done to put a severely ill patient on a breathing machine. One in four of these patients…
March 28, 2023 DENVER –The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) has awarded Denver Health nearly $6.6 million in research funding to study how to improve care for children with ear infections. About 85% of ear infections clear up on their own; however, over 95% of children are being prescribed an antibiotic even though they probably don't need one. Not only do many…
January 1, 2024 DENVER — The labor and delivery team at Denver Health welcomed Juan Carlos Felix Nuñez (Carlos) into the world at 12:40 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2024, making him the first baby to be born at Denver Health in 2024. Adding to the warm welcome, Carlos's family took home a special gift of 2,024 diapers thanks to Denver Health Foundation's Newborns in Need program. Carlos…
Denver Health leaders were among those honored by Boston Medical Center at an inaugural event that brought together emergency department teams from around the country to create a blueprint to fix the nation's ailing emergency medicine system June 14, 2023 Denver – Three leaders from Denver Health were selected to participate in the first Leaders of Essential Emergency…
New option for paramedic education will start May 1, 2024 in Gypsum, CO Monday, February 26, 2024 EDWARDS, Colo. – Brandon Daruna, Chief Executive Officer of Eagle County Paramedic Services (ECPS), recently announced Eagle County Paramedic Services has entered into an agreement with the Denver Health Paramedic Division. As a result of this partnership, ECPS will serve as a…
May 3, 2024 DENVER – As psychedelic medicines emerge as a promising therapeutic option for treating psychiatric illness, we must establish a dynamic data system to understand their real-world effectiveness and safety profiles. Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety (RMPDS) developed a novel framework for monitoring the health impact of psychedelic medication use and has published…
Kaiser Permanente and Denver Health Foundation donors sustain affordable health care access Thursday, March 7, 2024 Denver – Donors throughout the Denver community pitched in to exceed the goal set by Kaiser Permanente's community health grant and matching challenge, successfully yielding $18.7 million to preserve and enhance affordable health care access and help ease the…
September 15, 2023 Denver – Denver Health is honored to be recognized by Million Hearts® – a national initiative to prevent one million heart attacks and strokes in five years – for excellence in preventing heart attacks and strokes. The program selected Denver Health because of our commitment to the cardiovascular health of the patients we serve. As a member…
In a first-of-its-kind study that controlled for individuals' biological factors, researchers found that people who lived in multi-family housing, or in areas with higher levels of air pollution and access to public transit, were at a higher risk of hospitalization from COVID-19 in the Denver metro area in 2020. July 13, 2023 DENVER - The range of COVID-19 symptoms varies —some…
Denver Health was founded as City Hospital in 1860 to serve the health care needs of the rapidly developing city of Denver. Today, Denver Health delivers preventative, primary and acute care services. We believe healthy people are the foundation of a vibrant community, and Denver Health has been treating and healing the people of Denver for more than 160 years. As a comprehensive, integrated…
Denver Health was founded as City Hospital in 1860 to serve the health care needs of the rapidly developing city of Denver. Today, Denver Health delivers preventative, primary and acute care services. We believe healthy people are the foundation of a vibrant community, and Denver Health has been treating and healing the people of Denver for more than 150 years. As a comprehensive, integrated…
Appointment Line 303-436-4949 Book a New Patient Appointment Online Virtual Urgent Care Appointment Line 303-436-4949 Book a New Patient Appointment Online Virtual and In-Person Urgent Care Welcome to Denver Health Denver Health prioritizes your health and well-being through a comprehensive range of health care services designed to meet the diverse medical needs of the…
The Substance Treatment Line serves as a vital lifeline for individuals grappling with substance abuse, as well as their loved ones and health care providers. Recognizing the urgent need for support, this phone line offers a gateway to essential resources and guidance. Whether one is seeking treatment, advice, or simply exploring options for recovery, a call to the Substance Treatment Line…
Watch this video to see how "Sophia," a Denver Health patient, took charge of her health care and scheduled a Telehealth video visit with the MyChart app. MyChart is home to options you use regularly, such as refilling a prescription, making an appointment and paying your bill online. MyChart allows us to provide the best possible care to our patients. Log Into an Existing Account Log…
Welcome to Denver Health! To make your inpatient stay as comfortable as possible, we encourage you to download the MyChart app to access Denver Health's MyChart Bedside service. MyChart Bedside allows you to see your: Care team information Medications being administered and their side effects Test results Education materials Food ordering and more MyChart Bedside,…
MyChart is a free online portal available to all patients treated at a Denver Health location and family or guardians who are granted access to their family members MyChart. Learn about our frequently asked questions below.
Denver Health is a care-delivery system with an academic mission that aligns a community of learners, researchers and public health professionals to advance health for all. We are a nationally recognized part of the family of Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) Learning Health Systems, and we deliver care built on evidence-based research and patient-centered research. In our…
Selecting the right location starts with knowing your options. When you work with Denver Health, we're here to help you feel confident in making better decisions. From primary care to emergency services, we offer a wide variety of care for you and your family. Contact our Appointment Center at 303-436-4949 to book an appointment with a specific clinic or service directly, call the Denver…
Infant Mental Health is an early approach to mental health care, focusing on supporting both the child and the parents/caregivers. At Denver Health, the Infant Mental Health program begins even before birth, with an Infant Mental Health specialist joining the pregnant person’s care team. Infant Mental Health specialists are available in all pediatric and family medicine clinics at Denver Health…
A new collaboration between dental practices and pediatrics at Denver Health is showing promise at improving rates of immunization against the human papillomavirus (HPV). Research published today in Pediatrics highlights the groundbreaking work of Jessica Jack, MD, and Scott Hamilton, DDS and the emerging field of Medical-Dental Integration (MDI). Their study, “Improving Human Papillomavirus…
Denver Health is proud to announce that three members of the 2024 cohort of international physician learners in the Colorado Works for International Physicians (CO-WIP) Clinical Readiness Program have matched in residency programs in Colorado. Hind Omer, MD, matched in the Family Medicine Residency Program at Common Spirit Health St. Anthony North in Westminster, CO Sulafa Elhassan, MD, matched…
On Sunday, April 6, a pediatric patient seen at Denver Health tested positive for measles. To our knowledge, this is the first confirmed measles case in the Denver metro area during the current national outbreak. You can read the full announcement from the Denver Department of Public Health & Environment. The patient, an infant who was too young to be vaccinated, had recently traveled to a…
A groundbreaking study led by researchers from Denver Health's Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety division, with co-authors from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), reveals a sharp increase in psilocybin, or “magic mushrooms,” use across the United States, with implications for public health monitoring and policy. Published in the Annals of Internal…
Bill Cudmore is one of the most recognizable faces at Denver Health. When you hear the 69-year-old hospital volunteer's story, you'll understand why he said it's so important for him to give back. Watch Bill Cudmore talk about his Emergency Room experience at Denver Health and how that motivated him to become a hospital volunteer. On February 29, 2010, Cudmore was working for…
Of the around 200 treasured volunteers every year at Denver Health, few have had as great an impact on our patients and staff as John Stahl. The 80-year-old retiree celebrated a momentous birthday at a gathering in Pavilion C organized by colleagues last month. Stahl has clocked 1,400 hours delivering books to rooms, serving coffee in waiting areas, helping people find their way around the…
Over the past nine years, Eric Hoff and his dog Remy have achieved celebrity status at Denver Health. From hand decorated patient signs requesting visits in the Acute Center for Eating Disorders to the homemade dog-friendly birthday cakes made by the staff in the MICU, it is clear everyone knows and loves Remy. After nearly 800 shifts, this pet therapy team has brought comfort and joy to…
Like most Denver Health volunteers, Don Rigot and Olcott Pinkston started their service as “pathfinders,” helping patients and visitors navigate our busy campus. Unlike most volunteers, they always work as a pair. You can find Rigot, 70, and Pinkston, 71, helping new patients, and greeting the regular visitors by name, every Wednesday afternoon in the Outpatient Medical Center. “The goal,” Rigot…
As a Hispanic Honor Society student, Jazmine Hernandez wanted to find a volunteer opportunity that allowed her to use her bilingual skills as she explored her interest in the medical field. After joining Denver Health as a volunteer pathfinder, Hernandez called upon her early “training” – babysitting and entertaining her younger brothers – to volunteer in the inpatient pediatrics unit. Hernandez…
For 15 years, Sue Gomez, a 78-year-old spiritual care volunteer, has been a steadfast presence at Denver Health, braving rain and snow to offer solace and support to patients in need. A former nurse and current Catholic Eucharistic minister, Gomez felt a profound calling to uplift those suffering by delivering communion to Catholic patients and offering prayers to anyone seeking comfort. Despite…
John Stahl's heart brought him to Denver Health, and it's at Denver Health his heart will stay. The longtime volunteer and stalwart of the hospital received the inaugural John Stahl Heart of Denver Health Award at last week’s volunteer appreciation luncheon in Pavilion C. Volunteer Services Coordinator Grace Ray and her predecessor, Liz Matthews, created the namesake award after Stahl’s…
We offer classes in the areas below. Click on a name below to see the available classes. Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)Behavioral Health/Denver CARESLean AcademyMaternidad, clases prenatales y de embarazo / obstetricia y ginecología (OBGYN)Maternity and Pregnancy/OBGYNNursing Education and ResearchParamedics/EMT, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Classes…
Holli Edward went the first 50 years of her life without giving a single thought to getting a mammogram. She didn't have a family history of cancer, so she didn't think she needed to worry about it. That all changed in the spring of 2024. During a routine visit with her primary care doctor, he recommended she get a mammogram, just to make sure everything was OK. She set an appointment…
"Muay Thai gives me a sense of purpose, and it helps me feel strong, not only as a woman, but as a single mother." Sami Campbell is deeply devoted to the martial art of Muay Thai. If she's not working or taking care of her son, you'll find her in the gym, practicing her moves or teaching others how to protect themselves in case of a dangerous situation. Muay Thai is more…
Editor's note: This article was updated March 2025 but was first published in February 2022. Colon and Rectal Cancer Screening Saves Lives March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer (which can also be known as colon cancer or rectal cancer) is the third most common cancer in both men and women in the United States, striking one in every 20 Americans, and the second leading…
See a pediatric urgent care provider at a time and place that is convenient for you with Denver Health's Pediatric Virtual Urgent Care. During your child’s virtual urgent care experience, you will meet with your provider, have your condition assessed, and be provided a treatment plan, all via video. Current Denver Health patients will also receive an after-visit summary in their MyChart…
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Denver Health is committed to providing care for all in the City and County of Denver, as well as delivering valuable insights into your health, advice from top physicians and providers, and uplifting patients by telling their unique stories. Whether it's the latest advancements in medical research, practical tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, or heartfelt narratives of triumph over…
The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) and The Leapfrog Group named 36 hospitals across 12 states as 2025 Recognized Leaders in Caring for People Living with Diabetes. Of the hospitals, Denver Health is the only health provider in Colorado to be recognized for its exceptional inpatient diabetes care. The award recognizes each hospital’s strong commitment to the safety and well-being of…
Learn more about gender affirmation surgery: Learn More Overview of Vaginoplasty Vaginoplasty is a gender-affirming, feminizing, lower surgery to create a vagina* and vulva (including mons, labia, clitoris, and urethral opening) and remove the penis, scrotal sac and testes. What is the procedure for vaginoplasty? The scrotum and testes are removed. The glans is made into…
Mammogram and Breast Imaging Frequently Asked Questions Mammograms save lives by x-ray imaging the breast and revealing healthy or cancerous breast tissue. Learn More About Mammography Services Do I need a referral to get a mammogram? At Denver Health, you do NOT need a referral to get a screening mammogram if you are over 40 and have not had a mammogram within the past year. All patients need a…
Denver Health's Mobile Health Centers Bring Expert Care to You! With hospital-quality exam rooms, complete privacy, and convenient locations across Denver, getting screened has never been easier. 303-962-2019 ✔ Ultimate Convenience – We come to neighborhoods across the city. ✔ Complete Privacy – Designed just like an exam room at a hospital. ✔ Easy…
Our ophthalmologists and optometrists treat a variety of conditions, including but not limited to: Nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatismCataractsGlaucomaDiabetic retinopathyMacular degenerationRetinal holes, tears, and detachmentsStrabismusChalazionPtosisDermatochalasisUveitis and vitreoretinal diseasesKeratoconus
Images Matter: A Guide to Reducing Stigma in Visual Media Just as words matter, visuals communicate powerful, often subtle messages that can either reinforce or dismantle stigma. This Images Matter guide, designed to complement our Words Matter guide, provides practical recommendations for selecting images that portray people who use substances or have an SUD in a respectful, authentic, and non…
Charting Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders in Epic Recommendations for charting clinically meaningful & non-judgmental diagnoses with International Classification of Diseases (ICD) codes Medically accurate and patient-centered language can improve the health outcomes of patients who use substances. At the same time, stigmatizing language can perpetuate harmful stereotypes, hinder open…
By Randy Miles, MD Mammography screening is the only imaging tool proven to reduce breast cancer related death. It helps doctors find breast cancer early — when it's easier to treat and before it spreads to other parts of the body. Despite the benefits of mammography, some patients may worry about radiation used with these imaging tests. Here is what you need to know. Mammograms Use…
The Denver Health Sliding Fee Discount Program (DHSFDP) assists patients in paying for health services provided by Denver Health providers. Eligibility is determined by family size and income. We can also see if you qualify for Medicaid or Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), which will lower your costs even more. Please note, DHSFDP is not health insurance. Medical Care DHSFDP is a discount program…
Travelers are heading to legalized states for psychedelic treatments and Colorado is a top destination for psychedelic tourism. These are the findings of a recent study by researchers at Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety. Their data show that psychedelic tourism is on the rise and the increase in this type of travel has important implications for the state of Colorado. To better understand…
Denver Health has been recognized by the Lown Institute as one of the most socially responsible hospitals in America, receiving “A” grades in Equity, Value, and Outcomes on the 2025-26 Lown Institute Hospitals Index. Out of more than 3,600 hospitals measured by Lown, fewer than 5 percent achieved honor roll status, with Denver Health ranking among this select group of high performers. Denver…
Denver Health offers oral medicine services, provided by Dr. Thomas Fry, a board-certified oral medicine specialist. Oral medicine specialists treat patients with oral mucosal pathologies and facial pain, as well as dry mouth. Some of the conditions that can be diagnosed and treated by oral medicine include: Oral Mucosal Pathology Lichen planus and other immunologic oral conditionsOral…
