Steven Traina, MD

Steven Traina, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
1830 N Franklin St, 450, Denver, CO 80218

At a glance

2.33 stars (1 review)
47% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 3 insurances
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
Affiliated with Rose Medical Center
Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center and 2 more

Patient review summary

2.33
The reviews for Dr. Traina reveal a mixed patient experience. Some patients express high satisfaction, praising his surgical skill and successful outcomes, particularly in complex procedures like shoulder surgeries, where they felt he executed the treatment flawlessly and enabled a swift recovery. These patients trust him implicitly, valuing his reputation for working with professional athletes and his expertise in achieving optimal physical outcomes. However, other patients report dissatisfaction, especially regarding knee replacement surgeries. They describe unresolved pain and complications post-surgery and felt their concerns were dismissed, leading them to seek second opinions. These reviews suggest that while Dr. Traina is highly skilled in some cases, communication and patient care in follow-up visits may be areas of concern for others. The above is a summary of provider feedback collected from external public sources.
The above is a summary of provider feedback collected from external public sources

Office locations

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Western Orthopaedics, P.C., Denver, CO
1830 Franklin St, 450, Denver, CO, 80218
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Western Orthopaedics, P.C., Arvada, CO
9950 W 80th Ave, 24, Arvada, CO, 80005

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In-network insurances

BlueCross BlueShield
BlueCross BlueShield

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Arthritis
Knee replacement
Arthritis
Knee replacement

More about Steven Traina, MD

Mr. Steven Traina is an experienced orthopedic surgeon, also specializing as a hip and knee surgeon and a sports medicine specialist. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago and completed residencies in orthopedic surgery at Cook County Health and the University of Colorado. He further completed a fellowship in sports medicine from the University of Colorado Boulder and is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He practices at Western Orthopaedics, P.C., Denver, CO, providing comprehensive care for patients with musculoskeletal issues. Dr. Traina is an active member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction and is affiliated with several leading hospitals in Denver, including Rose Medical Center, Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center, Avista Adventist Hospital, and Saint Joseph Hospital. He has also contributed to the field of orthopedic surgery through his research and publications, including 'An in vivo analysis of the effectiveness of the osteoarthritic knee brace during heel-strike of gait' and 'Recurrent complete proximal tibial stress fracture in a basketball player.'

Education & experience

Education

University Of Illinois College Of Medicine, Medical School, 1979
Cook County Hospital, Residency

Affiliation

Rose Medical Center
Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
Avista Adventist Hospital
Saint Joseph Hospital

Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

License

CO State Medical License active through April 2025 #26217

Professional memberships

International Congress for Joint Reconstruction

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor
An in vivo analysis of the effectiveness of the osteoarthritic knee brace during heel-strike of gait.
Tips of the trade #38. The Herbert screw in closed reduction and internal fixation of the Jones fracture
Early clinical results of a high-flexion, posterior-stabilized, mobile-bearing total knee arthroplasty: a US investigational device exemption trial.

Background

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1922109297

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