- Foot Surgery
- Fracture Care
- General Orthopaedics
- Hand Surgery
- Joint Replacement
- Pediatric Orthopaedics
- Physical Medicine
- Physical Therapy
- Spine Care
- Sports Medicine
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OUR PHYSICIANS.
- Kirk D. Clifford, MD
- Mary Beth Deering, MD
- Michael P. Dohm, MD
- David P. Fisher, MD
- Robert L. Frazho, MD
- Steven R. Gammon, MD
- James S. Gebhard, MD
- Steven J. Heil, MD
- Waqqar Khan-Farooqi, MD
- Mark G. Luker, MD
- Jeffrey M. Nakano, MD
- Richard J. Price, MD
- Michael T. Reeder, DO
- Michael D. Rooks, MD
- James K. Weaver, MD
- Thea A. Wojtkowski, MD
Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates Physicians
Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Steven J. Heil practices general orthopaedics seeing most any musculoskeletal condition but specializes in joint replacement surgery of the hip, knee and shoulder. Other interests include shoulder disorders including rotator cuff disease and common hand and foot conditions. He treats arthritis in all stages including rehab, injections and other options, and Dr. Heil enjoys seeing sport-related injuries including caring for the aging athlete. Dr. Heil did a fellowship in orthopaedic traumatology to obtain extra training in fixation of difficult fracture and management of trauma.
Dr. Heil does treat a wide variety of conditions, but if there is someone else in the practice with more expertise, he ensures each patient gets top quality care. Board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, his practice philosophy is that of patient directed care. This means diagnosing each patient's problem, and explaining the available options for treatment and helping the patient decide which course of treatment best fits their particular situation. He works closely with Kristine Steele PAC, a master's level trained physician assistant, to provide personalized care of each patient.
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Work Experience:
Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates, P.C., 1996 – Present
Grand Junction
Orthopaedic Associates, P.C., 1992 – 1995
(Merged with Grand Mesa Orthopaedic Associates to form Rocky Mountain
Orthopaedic Associates, P.C.)
Fellowship:
Case Western Reserve University – Metropolitan General Hospital
Orthopaedic Trauma, 1991 – 1992
Residency:
University of Michigan Medical Center
Orthopaedic Surgery, 1987 – 1991
Internship:
University of Michigan Medical Center
General Surgery, 1986 – 1987
Medical School:
University of Michigan Medical School
M.D., Graduated, 1986
Certifications and Memberships:
Board Certification,
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, July 21, 1996
American Medical Association
Mesa County Medical Society
Western Orthopaedic Association
Honors:
Doctor of the Year, 1997
Back Pain Association of America
Chief of Surgery, 1999
St. Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
Presenter:
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 1991
Orthopaedic Trauma Association, 1990
Hospital Affiliations & Active
Staff Privileges:
St. Mary's Hospital & Medical Center – Grand Junction, Colorado
Grand Valley Surgical Center – Grand Junction, Colorado
Community Hospital – Grand Junction, Colorado
Veterans Administration Hospital & Medical Center – Grand Junction,
Colorado
Hobbies:
Spending time with family, Mountain and road biking, Radio controlled
airplanes, Hiking