We found 3 Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialists near Golden, CO

Dr. Pengel's Biography — K. Brooke Pengel, MD, is a board-certified pediatric sports medicine specialist with 15 years of experience devoted to treating youth sports injuries. In July 2010, Dr. Pengel proudly joined the Rocky Mountain Youth Sports Medicine Institute, an affiliate of Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children, as medical director of the youth sports medicine program. Dr. Pengel brings nationally-recognized skills and talents to the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children, where she is dedicated to providing expert care for young athletes. Dr. Pengel received her medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine and completed her pediatric residency at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. She served as pediatric chief resident at the University of Connecticut prior to returning to the University of Colorado to complete her fellowship in sports medicine. Dr. Pengel's experience in academic medicine locally at the University of Colorado fostered her passion for teaching, which continues to this day. Dr. Pengel regularly presents lectures to local physicians, coaches and parents on issues related to the prevention and treatment of youth sports injuries. Dr. Pengel is also active in sports-related community service, serving as a team physician for numerous high school and college teams throughout the Denver metropolitan area. She has been featured in numerous media interviews, locally and nationally, regarding sports medicine topics. In addition, Dr. Pengel has authored several book chapters on sports medicine. As a result of her dedication to the field of sports medicine, Dr. Pengel was recognized by her peers in 2009 as a "Top Doctor" in the field of sports medicine (as published in 5280 magazine). Dr. Pengel is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Sports Medicine and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. Dr. Pengel is privileged to serve on the Executive Committee for the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness (AAP COSMF), and recently supported the development of an official policy statement on tackling in youth football. For more information, visit Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children. As a former competitive tennis player and coach, Dr. Pengel relates to the struggles and issues presented to young athletes. While no longer involved in competitive sports, Dr. Pengel continues to enjoy many recreational sports such as running, biking and skiing. She also enjoys an active Colorado lifestyle with her husband and three children and remains an avid sports fan.

Dr. Riley's Biography — Jaren Riley, MD, specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery at Rocky Mountain Pediatric Orthopedics. He is passionate about helping children enjoy a smooth recovery and return to living healthy, active lives. In addition to pediatric orthopedic surgery, Dr. Riley is experienced in dealing with adolescent sports injuries and scoliosis and treating hip-related conditions.

Dr. Brewer's Biography — Dr. Rachel Brewer grew up within youth sports and continued on to compete in the endurance sports arena. With this background, Dr. Brewer knew she wanted to combine her passion of working with children with her love of sports. During medical school at the University of Missouri-Columbia, she discovered the unique opportunity of entering the field of orthopedics with a primary care perspective. She went on to complete her Pediatrics residency at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital and her fellowship at Vanderbilt Sports Medicine. Outside the office, she competes in ultramarathons and enjoys trail running, cycling and gardening.