Medical Director - Aurora Public Schools Athletics
Head Team Physician - Rangeview High School
Recognition & Awards
Family Medicine Resident Award for Scholarship, Association of Family Medicine Residency Directors (AFMRD)
(2013)
Resident Scholarship Award , American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM)
(2012)
Research Interests
My research interests include endurance race medicine, medication/supplement use in athletes, and musculoskeletal ultrasound.
Teaching
Senior Instructor
(2014)
School of Medicine,
Family Medicine
Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine Fellowship Program Director
(2019)
School of Medicine,
Family Medicine
Sports Medicine
Publications
Kelley N, Pierpoint L, Spittler J, Khodaee M. Acromioclavicular joint injuries at a Colorado ski resort. Phys Sportsmed. 2023 Feb;51(1):33-39. PubMed PMID: 34514939
Oberle L, Spittler J, Khodaee M. Segmental clavicle fracture following a road bike injury. BMJ Case Rep. 2022 Sep 5;15(9). PubMed PMID: 36692531
Sidhar K, Baugh CM, Wilson JC, Spittler J, Walker GA, Armento AM, Howell DR. Socioeconomic status and injury history in adolescent athletes: Lower family affluence is associated with a history of concussion. J Clin Transl Res. 2022 Aug 29;8(4):292-298. PubMed PMID: 35975186
Kelley N, Pierpoint L, Spittler J, Khodaee M. Acromioclavicular joint injuries at a Colorado ski resort. Phys Sportsmed. 2021 Sep 16;:1-7. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 34514939
Oberle L, Pierpoint L, Spittler J, Khodaee M. Epidemiology of Clavicle Fractures Sustained at a Colorado Ski Resort. Orthop J Sports Med. 2021 May;9(5):23259671211006722. PubMed PMID: 34026919
Khodaee M, Saeedi A, Irion B, Spittler J, Hoffman MD. Proteinuria in a high-altitude 161-km (100-mile) ultramarathon. Phys Sportsmed. 2021 Feb;49(1):92-99. PubMed PMID: 32529961
Spittler J, Gillum R, DeSanto K. Common Injuries in Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, and Stand-Up Paddle Boarding. Curr Sports Med Rep. 2020 Oct;19(10):422-429. PubMed PMID: 33031208
Khodaee M, Spadafore S, Spittler J. Painful, swollen elbow. J Fam Pract. 2020 Jul Aug;69(6):311-313. PubMed PMID: 32724913
Khodaee M, Saeedi A, Irion B, Spittler J, Hoffman MD. Proteinuria in a high-altitude 161-km (100-mile) ultramarathon. Phys Sportsmed. 2020 Jun 23;:1-8. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 32529961
Brennan FH Jr, Rao AL, Myers RA, Ferderber M, Marcussen B, Mansfield L, Miller EM, Spittler J, Sylvester J. Suggested Curricular Guidelines for Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine in Family Medicine Residency Training. Curr Sports Med Rep. 2020 May;19(5):180-188. PubMed PMID: 32358302
Spittler J, Oberle L. Current Trends in Ultramarathon Running. Curr Sports Med Rep. 2019 Nov;18(11):387-393. PubMed PMID: 31702720
Neuman M, Spittler J. Photo Rounds: Painful facial blisters, fever, and conjunctivitis. J Fam Pract. 2018 Sep;67(9):573-575. PubMed PMID: 30216398
Lyon C, Spencer E, Spittler J, Desanto K. Clinical Inquiries: How do hyaluronic acid and corticosteroid injections compare for knee OA relief?. J Fam Pract. 2018 Jan;67(1):E13-E14. PubMed PMID: 29309475
Buck K, Spittler J, Reed A, Khodaee M. Psychological Attributes of Ultramarathoners. Wilderness Environ Med. 2018 Mar;29(1):66-71. PubMed PMID: 29336959
Spittler J, Keeling J. Water Polo Injuries and Training Methods. Curr Sports Med Rep. 2016 Nov Dec;15(6):410-416. PubMed PMID: 27841812
Khodaee M, Edelman GT, Spittler J, Wilber R, Krabak BJ, Solomon D, Riewald S, Kendig A, Borgelt LM, Riederer M, Puzovic V, Rodeo S. Medical Care for Swimmers. Sports Med Open. 2016 Dec;2(1):27. PubMed PMID: 27747782
Khodaee M, Edelman GT, Spittler J, Wilber R, Krabak BJ, Solomon D, Riewald S, Kendig A, Borgelt LM, Riederer M, Puzovic V, Rodeo S. Medical Care for Swimmers. Sports Med Open. 2016 Jul 25;2:27. PubMed PMID: 27512647
Khodaee M, Jones D, Spittler J. Obturator Internus and Obturator Externus Strain in a High School Quarterback. Asian J Sports Med. 2015 Sep;6(3):e23481. PubMed PMID: 26448844
Khodaee M, Spittler J, VanBaak K, Changstrom BG, Hill JC. Effects of Running an Ultramarathon on Cardiac, Hematologic, and Metabolic Biomarkers. Int J Sports Med. 2015 Nov;36(11):867-71. PubMed PMID: 26134662
Miller L, Spittler J, Khodaee M, Bravman JT, Lyon C, Hoffecker L. Management of acute achilles tendon rupture. Am Fam Physician. 2015 Jun 1;91(11):794-800. PubMed PMID: 26034858
Khodaee M, Amir M, Spittler J, Abdollahi M. Multiple painless cutaneous nodules. Indian J Dermatol. 2015 Mar-Apr;60(2):206-8. PubMed PMID: 25814721
CU Medicine Regenerative Medicine, Hand and Spine Center
175 Inverness Drive West
Suite 200
Englewood, CO 80112
303-694-3333
Hospital Affiliation
University of Colorado Hospital
Denver Health Medical Center
Specialty Information
Specialties
Family Medicine, Board Certification (2013)
Sports Medicine, Board Certification (2014)
Clinical Interests
As a general practitioner, I care for all ages and types of patients. My main clinical interests include promoting and supporting healthy/active lifestyles for my patients. In addition, I can provide injections for many musculoskeletal ailments, such as arthritis and tendonitis. I also use musculoskeletal ultrasound for diagnosis and treatment of many injuries/illnesses.
Care Philosophy
I strive to provide patient-centered care for all of my patients. This includes a strong emphasis on injury/illness prevention and healthy lifestyle choices including diet and exercise.
Personal Interests
My personal interests mostly revolve around athletics and exercise. These include skiing, running, cycling, golfing, and hiking.
Volunteer Activities
I am dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles and keeping people active. My volunteer activities include medical coverage for Rangeview High School (Aurora, CO) sports, endurance races (including the Bear Chase Race and Leadville Race Series), and high school athletics pre-participation physicals (Denver Metro Area).
General Information
Medical Schools:
MD, Georgetown University School of Medicine
(2010)
Graduate Schools:
MS, Georgetown University
(2006)
Undergraduate Schools:
BS, University of Notre Dame (IN)
(2005)
Residency Programs:
University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program, Chief Resident, Family Medicine (2013)
Fellowships:
University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program, Sports Medicine
(2014)