Dr. Todd VanderHeiden, MD
Orthopedic Surgery•Male
Accepting new patients
Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center
660 Golden Ridge Rd Golden, CO 80401Dr. Todd VanderHeiden, MD is a Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Golden, CO. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Denver Health Medical Center and OrthoColorado Hospital. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. VanderHeiden to book an appointment.
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- Explained conditions well (15)
- Listened & answered questions (14)
- Appointment wasn't rushed (13)
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- Long wait times (2)
- Appointment was rushed (1)
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I would only recommend Dr. VanderHeiden if you have a medical-support team in place to work with after your surgery. While he is a qualified surgeon and he did a good job with my microdiscectomy, there was virtually no follow-up. The patient care immediately during and after surgery was outsourced to the hospital. They provided meds and called me the next day. He provided an e-mail address to contact him, but his assistant who clearly had little medical knowledge was the only one who ever responded - and never in a timely manner. My wife was given no home-care instructions, and we had to wing it with info we could find on line. His office never called to check in on me. At my two week follow-up, he had a PA cover it and he only popped in for a few seconds. They had no record of any of the meds I had been prescribed after surgery. He seems he thinks his job ends after the last suture is in place. He is a talented surgeon but not much of a doctor.
What went well
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
- Long wait times
- Appointment was rushed
May 20, 2021
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Dr. Vanderheiden is the BEST Doctor ever! He listens to his patients and you can tell he cares about them. A added bonus he works with Ortho Colorado when performing procedures.
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- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
S. Warren Wheat Ridge CO – May 03, 2021
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After talking with Dr. Todd Vanderheiden you realize that he truly cares about your whole well being not you as a paycheck I really appreciate the insight and all the options that he went over with me and what exactly would be the right thing to do in my situation. Thank you Dr.
What went well
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Anthony – May 01, 2021
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I highly recommended Dr. VanderHeiden he did my first surgery in 2010 and very satisfied
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Pennie – Mar 24, 2021
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Dr. VanderHeiden is an excellent physician. I have been working with him on my lumbar spine issues for about a year now. I plan to have surgery in the near future.
During the evaluation process he discovered a degenerated hip and recommended me to Dr. Kinder for a hip replacement which went well.
On another visit he discovered a stained Achilles’ tendon and referred me to Dr. Dederer.
Dr. VanderHeiden is a very analytical and knowledgeable.
I highly recommend him as an orthopaedic physician.
Larry Dobson ASQ CQE, ABET IE, ABET I T, ABET MATHEMATICS.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Larry D – Mar 19, 2021
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I am recovering from some serious surgeries necessary because after several years of hip and knee pain, finally numbness of my left leg, the surgical duo of Drs. Vanderheiden and Ridge were brought in. They replaced the degenerated bulging disc from my lumbar spine, L5-S1, anterior and posterior bracing/ fusion using a cadaver disc in that lowest vertebrae.
Both doctors have worked as a team to do this holy work for people in chronic pain for years, and they both gave me clear information, showing me my MRI, x-rays, etc so I could understand any symptoms or recovery pains that would be a part of surgical healing. Dr. Vanderheiden and assistant Ethan, and Dr. Ridge and assistant Betty, fielded a lot of questions with so much care snd patience. I stayed in the hospital 3 nights.
3 weeks after the surgeries, I am out walking about 3 blocks a day outdoors, while being very loving and respectful of my body’s mending. I go back to Dr. Vanderheiden’s in 4 weeks for updated X-rays to monitor
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Christine S. – Mar 19, 2021
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Dr VanderHeiden was my husband’s surgeon for a very extensive spine surgery. Dr VanderHeiden was very good at explaining what the surgery entailed. Definitely can tell he likes to teach! He explained it in layman’s terms so we really understood what would happen.
The surgery went extremely well and my husband is well on his way to a very good recovery.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
Mar 13, 2021
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When the results are above expectations, it’s my pleasure to say, “ incredible!”
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No results
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Feb 22, 2021
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Dr. Vanderheiden is an excellent doctor. I feel he explained my spine issues well to me yesterday during my appointment. A lot more difficult of a situation that I’m in than I had thought originally. But I appreciate his straightforward presentation and seeking solutions to my spine issues. Wonderful bedside manner. Appreciated the time he took with me. The only downside was I had to wait over an hour past my appointment time to see him because they were very busy.
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
KARM SUNDAY – Feb 18, 2021
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After trying several years worth of ineffective non-surgical treatments for debilitating back and leg pain, I decided to make an appointment with Dr. VanderHeiden. After his evaluation and detailed discussions, I decided to have surgery that included spinal fusion and a procedure to reduce pressure on my spinal nerves - best decision I ever made as I experienced immediate relief.
His manner and professionalism are impeccable. I couldn't give him a higher recommendation.
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No results
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No results
Chris Evans in Westminster, CO – Feb 03, 2019
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I was having issues with my l4 l5 after getting no where with other dr's I went and saw dr vanderheiden my disc was completely gone and found out pain was bone on bone . I had surgery on sept 14th and now 14 weeks later feel better now and I have in a long time he takes time to listen to ya and explains things well I recommend anyone with any back or neck issues to see him hes amazing
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No results
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No results
lisa in mead, CO – Jan 04, 2019
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I've had the honor & the pleasure of working w/ Dr. VanderHeiden several years ago & I can attest to the high level of care he provides to his patients; He truly has genuine concern for their well-being & their outcomes. As one of the staff members in clinic, I also witnessed his meticulous attention w/the details pertaining to diagnosing & interventions for surgical planning. He really does go above & beyond for his patients. I highly recommend his expertise, you'll be in great hands w/ Dr. V!
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No results
What could be improved
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Denver – Nov 14, 2017
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I had 3 cervical discs rebuilt by Dr. Vanderheiden and I am ecstatic with the results. I am essentially pain free in my neck and shoulders after years of suffering. He will not promise to fix you, but will set up the conditions that will allow your body to repair/recover as it is able. I could not be happier with the results.
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No results
What could be improved
No results
Ken in Parker, CO – Dec 24, 2015