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OUR PHYSICIANS:
- Kirk D. Clifford, MD
- Mary Beth Deering, MD
- Michael P. Dohm, MD
- Michael Dolecki, MD
- David P. Fisher, MD
- Robert L. Frazho, MD
- James S. Gebhard, MD
- Steven J. Heil, MD
- Michael J. Huang, 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
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Ski Safety Seminar
NBC 11 News, Jan. 25, 2012Wednesday night parents and skiers of Powderhorn ski racing club and Colorado Mesa ski club got together to discus ways to keep skiers out off the surgery table and on the mountain. Read More
Ski Clinic Safety Tips
KREX, Jan. 25, 2012With the risk and danger that skiing and snowboarding can bring, the Rocky Mountain Orthopedic Associates want to give skiers a warning on how to protect themselves in the outdoors. Read More
Working out is great... just don't overdo it
NBC 11 NEWS - JAN 4 2012Physical therapists say they'll start seeing people trickling into their offices near the end of January. That's because they are so eager to start that resolution, they often times overdo it. Trainers alike say those heading to the gym need to remember to take it easy those first couple of weeks. Read More
Family Medicine Residency offers Sports Medicine Fellowship
St. Mary's Hospital Pulse, July 2011Since 1977 St. Mary's Family Medicine Residency Program has prepared physicians for the special challenges of providing primary care in small towns and rural areas. This summer St. Mary's graduate education offerings will expand with the launch of its Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship program. Read More
Dr. Reeder Receives ImPACT Consultant Credentials
June 9, 2011Dr. Michael T. Reeder, Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician, recently became a Credentialed ImPACTâ„¢Consultant, meaning he can administer the post-concussion testing. ImPact (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing) is the first, most-widely used, and most scientifically validated computerized concussion evaluation system. Read More
Singletrack Sisters First Annual BBQ was a success!
May 23, 2011Read Thank You letter from Singletrack & Skinny Tire Sisters here!
Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates Names Director of Finance
May 11, 2011Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates (RMOA) names Tammy Irvin as its Director of Finance. Irvin joins the RMOA Executive Team and she will supervise the billing department, in addition to her financial responsibilities. Read More
Surgery was splendid at Family Health West
March 17, 2011When I finally came to grips with the fact that I needed a total knee replacement, I was given a choice of medical facility for this surgery and hospitalization. My physician, Dr. Huang, let me choose, and when I picked Family Health West in Fruita, he was complimentary of my choice. Read More
Head game: Recognizing signs of concussions important on local, national level
Saturday, April 9, 2011 Tyler Kenagy has hit his head on the basketball court a couple of times the past two years. The Fruita Monument High School senior, however, has no memory of those incidents.“I remember opening up my eyes and seeing Coach (Dave) Fox, and I could see TD (Tyler Daniels) out of the corner of my eye,” Kenagy said. “I remember sitting up for a little bit.” Read More
Grand Junction sports medicine physician quoted in magazine story
February 24, 2011Dr. Richard Price, a sports medicine physician with Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates in Grand Junction, is quoted in a story about common running injuries that appears in the March edition of Runners World magazine.
In the story, headlined “The Big Seven Body Breakdowns,” Price discusses such injuries as Achilles tendinitis, hamstring issues, shinsplints, iliotibial band syndrome and stress fractures. According to Price, how a runner reacts to the first stab of pain determines whether or not they’ll take a little time off now or a lot of time off later.
Price holds board certification in family medicine with a certificate of added qualification in sports medicine. He’s interested in injury prevention, maximizing athletic performance and performance testing. Price has worked with athletes of all levels and also managed a human performance laboratory.
Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates (RMOA) offers a range of services related to diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases of the bones, joints and muscles. In addition to its headquarters in Grand Junction, RMOA operates offices in Delta, Fruita and Rangely. For more information, log on to www.rmodocs.com.
Goakes gains additional certification from ARRT
February 17, 2011Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates is proud to announce that Jennifer Goakes, R.T. (R)(MR) ARRT recently passed the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) MRI registry exam. With Goakes as a Registered Technologist, RMOA now has two ARRT Certified MRI Technologists on staff.
"It is not necessary for MRI facilities to have more than one registered technologist," Goakes said, "but I wanted to expand my knowledge and reach this personal and professional goal."
CEO Dale Reigle said, "We're proud of Jennifer and the work she has put into this program. Her dedication shows the commitment our people have to their profession."
Goakes has worked at RMOA since 2006 and with the internal MRI group since 2008.
The Big 7 Body BreakdownsRunner's World
March 2011In an ideal runner's world, every step of every mile would be 100 percent pain-free. No aches, no twinges, no lingering soreness from yesterday's workout. The reality is that many runners constantly deal with a slight (or not so slight) disturbance a tender foot, a tight hamstring, a whiny knee. While these nagging issues often aren't serious enough to require a time-out, they are annoying, especially when they don't let you fully enjoy your time on the roads. Read More
Local physician a source in magazine, Health Briefs: Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
February 15, 2011Dr. Richard Price of Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates is featured as an expert source in the March edition of Runner's World magazine.
The article, titled "The Big 7 Body Breakdowns," discusses the most common running injuries and how they can be avoided. As an authority in the field, Price details shin splints, tendonitis, hamstring issues, iliotibial band syndrome and stress fractures. Price highlights the fact that how runners react to their first feelings of pain determines whether they take a little time off now or a lot of time off later.
Price is board certified in family medicine with a Certificate of Added Qualification in sports medicine. His practice interests include injury prevention, performance testing and maximizing athletic performance. He has worked with the U.S. cycling, running and ski and snowboard teams and the U.S. adaptive ski team, and he has managed a human performance laboratory.
Who's News in the Grand Valley Business Community, Grand Junction Free Press
February 11, 2011Sports medicine physician Dr. Richard Price of Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates is an expert source in the March edition of "Runner's World" magazine. The article, "The Big 7 Body Breakdowns," highlights the most common running injuries and how they may be prevented.
Price is also speaking at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at the Saturday, Feb. 12, Fruita Community Center Health Expo being held in conjunction with the Sweetheart 5K Run. The topic will be: "Does Running for Exercise cause Osteoarthritis?" The center is located at 324 N. Coulson.
Hospital staff made difficult time bearable – The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
January 20, 2011My wife and I want to take a moment to commend the St. Mary's surgical staff, pediatrics unit team and Dr. Mary Beth Deering for the exceptional and compassionate care each and every one extended to my daughter, who recently had surgery at St. Mary's Hospital.
She was well cared for before, during and after the painful procedure. Her needs were met promptly and professionally and her family were made to feel welcome in helping her through this. The nursing staff in the peds unit are amazing!
We think the world of all of you. God bless each and every one of you. - Steve Henderson, Grand Junction
Helping to heal tough blows in high school sports – Student athletes afforded free medical help for healing injuries
Grand Junction, CO, September 23, 2010The 122,000 Colorado athletes facing off in high school sports often sacrifice more than a few bumps and bruises. "We see everything, concussions, broken bones, spinal injuries, etc.," says Dr. Richard Price of the Rocky Mountain Orthopedic Associates. Read More
Gold's Gym Half Marathon and 5K Run-Walk
August 14, 2010Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates is sponsoring and providing medical care for this year's God's Gym half marathon, half marathon relay, 5k Run-Walk and Kids Fun Run. The event raises money and awareness for the the Tree House Foundation of Grand Junction to raise money and awareness for the youth in Grand Junction. For more information on the race, click here.
Trail blazers: Popularity of trail running soaring in Grand Valley – The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
Grand Junction, CO, August 3, 2010Dustin Perkins started the Thigunawat 10K last year to offer something different for runners. To his surprise, there were 136 participants in the event. This year, Perkins is expecting at least that many for Saturdays 9:30 a.m. race at Powderhorn Resort. Registration is $30 in advance and $35 on race day. Registration closes at 9 a.m. Read More
Mark G. Luker, MD – Recertified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Grand Junction, CO, July 19, 2010Mark G. Luker, MD, orthopaedic surgeon at Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates (RMOA), was recently recertified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS). Dr. Luker specializes in knee and shoulder surgery, arthroscopy and sports medicine.
The ABOS requires orthopaedic surgeons to maintain their certification by completing 120 hours of pertinent continuing medical education, undergoing a stringent peer review process to make certain they are respected by their peers and practicing ethical orthopaedic surgery, and taking and passing a written or oral examination. Dr. Luker scored in the top four percent of all examinees this year.
Stressing out: Fruita Monuments Jennifer Campbell battling back after common setback – The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
Grand Junction, CO, July 11, 2010Once Jennifer Campbell tried running, she couldnt get enough of it. The 16-year-old runs for the Fruita Monument High School cross-country and track team. She loved running so much, her practice workout wasnt enough. Read More
Creating a criterium: Group of cycling enthusiasts form Grand Junction Criterium Series – The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
Grand Junction, CO, March 21, 2010When Richard Price moved to Grand Junction last summer, he was surprised to see no road cycling racing events in the valley. “I found it odd there were no real races here,” the Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic physician said. “For a town that’s known for mountain biking, there wasn’t really much here. Read More
Business Briefs: Event gives new meaning to the term business cycle – Grand Valley Business Times
Grand Junction, CO, March 11-24, 2010Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates (RMOA) has teamed up with Ascent Productions and Livetrainrace.com to establish a series of bicycle road races. Read More
GJ Criterium Series set for road racers – Grand Junction Free Press
Grand Junction, CO, March 8, 2010The newly established criterium series is set to begin March 31 with five additional races to follow on April 7, 14, 21, 28 and May 5. This USA Cycling-sanctioned road race begins with Group B at 5:30 p.m. each race day at the Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates building, 25 1⁄2 Road and Fracture Lane. Read More
Grand Junction Criterium Series Set for Road Racers
March 31, 2010Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates, Ascent Productions and Livetrainrace.com join together to create an avenue for Road Racers of the Western Slope to compete in the Grand Junction Criterium Series. Read More
Colorado Doctor Returns from Adaptive World Cup Competition
Grand Junction, CO (Vocus/PRWeb/KJCT-TV), February 6, 2010Dr. Richard Price of Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates in Grand Junction, Colorado, returns from serving as the Adaptive U.S. Ski Team physician during the World Cup Competition. Read More
Grand Junction's Dr. Price serving as physician for U.S. Adaptive Ski team – The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
Grand Junction, CO, Sunday, January 17, 2010When the U.S. Adaptive Ski Team arrives this weekend in Sestriere, Italy, for the IPC World Cup, the team physician will be Dr. Richard Price of Grand Junction. Read More
Business Beats: Grand Junction doctor to travel with adaptive ski team – Grand Valley Business Times
Grand Junction, CO, January 14-27, 2010Dr. Richard Price, a sport medicine physician with Rocky Mountain Orthopedic Associate (RMOA) in Grand Junction, is schedule to travel to a World Cup competition in Italy as a physician for the Adaptive U.S. Ski Team. Read More
Who's News in the Grand Valley business community – Grand Junction Free Press
Grand Junction, CO, January 11&12, 2010Dr. Richard Price of the Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates will travel to the World Cup competition in Sestriere, Italy, as the Adaptive U.S. Ski Team's physician.
During the Jan. 17-23 competition, Price and physicians representing the competing countries will be available to treat the athletes in case of injuries. Read More
Local doctor travels to Italy for World Cup – NBC 11 News (KKCO)
Grand Junction, CO, January 5, 2010A local doctor is taking his knowledge across seas and will be a physician in the World Cup. Read More
Local Doctor Travels with Adaptive U.S. Ski Team for World Cup Competition
Grand Junction, CO, January 5, 2010Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates' Dr. Richard Price travels as the Adaptive U.S. Ski Team's physician Jan. 17-23. Dr. Richard Price of Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates (RMOA) will travel to the World Cup competition in Sestriere, Italy, as the Adaptive U.S. Ski Team’s physician. Read More