David DiStefano, MD
Instructor/Fellow, Orthopedics
Medical School
- MD, Suny Upstate Medical Center (2019)
Undergraduate School
- BS, Saint Lawrence University (NY) (2015)
Internship
- University of Rochester Program (2020)
Residency
- University of Rochester Program, Chief Resident, Orthopedics (2024)
Languages
EnglishDepartment
OrthopedicsProfessional Titles
- Orthopedic Surgery Shoulder and Elbow Fellow
Practice Locations
UCHealth Orthopedics Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus1635 Aurora Ct
4th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-1900
CU Medicine Orthopedics - Highlands Ranch Specialty Care Center
1500 Park Central Drive
Suite 401
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
720-516-4087
CU Medicine Orthopedics and Sports Medicine - UCHealth Steadman Hawkins Clinic Denver
175 Inverness Drive West
Suite 200
Englewood, CO 80112
303-694-3333
UCHealth Broomfield Hospital
11820 Destination Drive
Broomfield, CO 80021
303-464-4500
UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital
1750 E. Ken Pratt Boulevard
Longmont, CO 80504
720-718-7000
Hospital Affiliation
- UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital
- UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital
- UCHealth Broomfield Hospital
- University of Colorado Hospital
Specialty Information
Specialties- Orthopedics
- Orthopedic Sports Medicine
- Orthopedic Trauma
- Surgery
- Surgery - Arm and hand injuries and disorders
- Surgery - Fracture nonunions
- Surgery - Trauma and Acute Care
- Surgery - Limb Salvage
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - AC joint osteoarthritis
- Bones, Joints and Muscles
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Biceps tendinitis
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Bone Infections
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Fractures
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - General Orthopedic Trauma and Fracture Care
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Ligament and Cartilage Injuries
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Medial epicondylitis (golfers elbow)
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Rotator cuff tendinitis
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Rotator cuff bursitis
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Shoulder Injuries and Disorders
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Sprains and Strains
- Bones, Joints and Muscles - Ulnar neuropathy
- Failed Prior Surgery
Clinical Interests
Rotator cuff injuries Shoulder arthritis Shoulder Instability Overhead athlete injuries Shoulder trauma Elbow trauma Elbow athletic injuries Elbow overuse injuries General/geriatric trauma
Care Philosophy
As an orthopedic surgeon, I am dedicated to providing individualized patient care, combining the latest advancements in orthopedic surgery with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. Every patient is unique and equally important. I believe in tailoring treatment plans to each patient's specific needs and expectations, prioritizing both surgical precision and excellence as well as long-term recovery and restoration of function and quality of life. By fostering open communication and ensuring my patients fully understand their options, I am committed to delivering the highest standard of care and achieving the best possible outcomes for each individual.
Rotator cuff injuries Shoulder arthritis Shoulder Instability Overhead athlete injuries Shoulder trauma Elbow trauma Elbow athletic injuries Elbow overuse injuries General/geriatric trauma
Care Philosophy
As an orthopedic surgeon, I am dedicated to providing individualized patient care, combining the latest advancements in orthopedic surgery with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. Every patient is unique and equally important. I believe in tailoring treatment plans to each patient's specific needs and expectations, prioritizing both surgical precision and excellence as well as long-term recovery and restoration of function and quality of life. By fostering open communication and ensuring my patients fully understand their options, I am committed to delivering the highest standard of care and achieving the best possible outcomes for each individual.
Personal Interests
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our pet dog and cat, exercising/weightlifting, fishing, hiking, biking, paddleboarding, and continuing to explore the amazing city of Denver as well as the Rocky Mountains.
Volunteer Activities
I am dedicated to providing/improving access to quality health care. I have participated in medical missions to Peru and served on a local American Medical Association executive board while only in medical school in order to voice the opinion of my peers on important healthcare issues affecting my community. Besides this, I have volunteered for years with my mother helping rescued animals.
Public Speaking
Yes
I have spoken both across the country and internationally about the latest advancements in shoulder surgery.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our pet dog and cat, exercising/weightlifting, fishing, hiking, biking, paddleboarding, and continuing to explore the amazing city of Denver as well as the Rocky Mountains.
Volunteer Activities
I am dedicated to providing/improving access to quality health care. I have participated in medical missions to Peru and served on a local American Medical Association executive board while only in medical school in order to voice the opinion of my peers on important healthcare issues affecting my community. Besides this, I have volunteered for years with my mother helping rescued animals.
Public Speaking
Yes
I have spoken both across the country and internationally about the latest advancements in shoulder surgery.