Dr. Thomas Puschak, MD
Spine Specialist
8510 Bryant St, #120, Westminster, CO 80031
At a glance
4.67 stars (120 reviews)
93% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 50 insurances
APWU, Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Indiana University
Works at Panorama Orthopedics and Spine Center
3 office locations
4.67
120 reviews
Bedside manner
4.7
Wait time
3.4
Recent reviews
Dr. Puschak reminds me of an athlete ready to go into the big game! He has an infectious enthusiasm that has a positive effect on everyone. He never talks down to me, and never leaves me until I am satisfied I have asked everything I need to ask.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Puschak is a wonderful surgeon. He performed a cervical fusion ten years ago and it's doing great. I highly recommend him to everyone I hear about that needs any kind of spine surgery. I'm so grateful he's local for me!
August 24, 2015Mark H.Verified patient
Office locations
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Panorama Orthopedics and Spine Center
8510 Bryant St, #120, Westminster, CO, 80031
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Panorama Orthopedics and Spine Center
660 Golden Ridge Rd, Suite 250, Golden, CO, 80401
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Panorama Orthopedics and Spine Center
1060 Plaza Drive, Suite 200, Highlands Ranch, CO, 80129
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Popular visit reasons
Back Pain
Back Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
Spinal Cord Trauma / Injury
Spine Deformation / Scoliosis
Spine Specialist Follow Up
Sports Injury
X-ray
Back Pain
Back Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
Spinal Cord Trauma / Injury
More about Dr. Thomas Puschak, MD
*Please be aware when booking an Orthopedic Consultation that Dr. Puschak specializes in neck, leg, and back issues and sees patients for these consultations only.*
I believe in building a caring relationship of trust and respect with all of my patients. This is done through thoughtful interaction and time devoted to educating patients about their condition and options. I take pride not only in helping my patients, but also in helping them to understand their condition and the rationale behind the treatment options.
Thomas J. Puschak, MD is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the treatment of adult spinal disorders. He received his undergraduate degree with magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa honors from Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Indiana. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the Indiana University Medical Center. After residency, he completed fellowship training in adult spinal surgery under the direction of Henry H. Bohlman, MD at University Hospitals of Cleveland in Cleveland, Ohio.
Dr. Puschak specializes in a full range of adult spinal disorders. His clinical interests include degenerative diseases of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine, cervical myelopathy, cervical instability from rheumatoid arthritis, spinal tumors, infections, spinal trauma, sports-related spinal injuries, minimally invasive surgical techniques and disc replacement surgeries.
Dr. Puschak enjoys playing ice hockey, bicycling and skiing.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Indiana University
Wabash College (Bachelor's)
Indiana University Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
University Hospitals, Cleveland, Fellowship in Spine Surgery
Practice
Panorama Orthopedics and Spine Center
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
5280 Top Doc
Castle Connolly's Top Doctors (2012 - 2013)
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1215999206
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.67
Wait time
3.39
Bedside manner
4.70
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120 reviews
Most relevant
He always spends whatever time necessary to answer all my questions. I feel he is genuinely concerned about my well-being.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He is one of the most awesome doctors that I have ever been associated with. I would recommend him to friends and family.
September 22, 2014Donna S.Verified patient
The only reason I had a "wait" time is because I hadn't gotten my paperwork filled out prior to going to the office.
More than 1 year agoReid H.Verified patient
I was provided a very specific explanation of the reason for may pain and was proscribed a very specific treatment.
December 5, 2014Riichard S.Verified patient
Good at explaining situation, recommended treatment, and mid term options if recommended treatment doesn't work.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I thought he understood my concerns and addressed them appropriately. He explained my situation very well.
March 3, 2015Robert K.Verified patient
Will need to followup with Dr Puschak after obtaining MRI. So far, he appears to be an excellent physician.
March 21, 2013Debra M.Verified patient
Very professional & knowledgeable about my condition & explained the possible treatments thoroughly.
September 11, 2014Adrian G.Verified patient
Awesome. He is a very caring and knowledgable Dr. who cares about his patients and their after care.
June 24, 2013Initials hidden
He made the effort to create a sense of partnership towards solving and managing my spinal concern.
More than 1 year agoLinda R.Verified patient
I was very pleased with the care I received from Dr. Puschak and the time he spent with me.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Happy no more surgery is currently indicated. Dr. P is always nice & answers concerns!
More than 1 year agoEW
Busy day for the office and wait time was too long. Dr Puschak was worth the wait.
July 20, 2015James U.Verified patient
Very personable. I wish I didn't have to wait over an hour to actually be seen.
April 13, 2015Sheila B.Verified patient
Very helpful & informative. Appreciate Dr. Puschak taking time to listen.
More than 1 year agoPC
Very pleased. ....listened to all my concerns working on a solution!
May 11, 2015Pat M.Verified patient
Best doctor I have ever seen. Very attentive and knowledgeable.
January 26, 2015Michael M.Verified patient
He leaves you with understanding of what is going on with bsck
October 18, 2014Richard P.Verified patient
It was great. He took time to explain things in detail.
June 14, 2014Joanna D.Verified patient
It is too early to tell since this was an initial visit
May 26, 2013Initials hidden
Communication could have been better. It was akward.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Competent and personal. Explains options very well
More than 1 year agoDonald W.Verified patient
Dr. Puschak reminds me of an athlete ready to go into the big game! He has an infectious enthusiasm that has a positive effect on everyone. He never talks down to me, and never leaves me until I am satisfied I have asked everything I need to ask.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I was very pleased with the his frankness and professional attitude. He didn't tell me what I wanted to hear, but he told me the truth. I learned more about my problem from him than I have from others. I really enjoyed his frankness.
August 14, 2015Marguerite S.Verified patient
The office visit was good. Dr. Puschuk is very good about spending time going over all my concerns and I personally like his disposition.
I didn't get in until about 2 hours after my appointment time. If I had know that I could have put in a couple more hours at work. I'm not salaried, I only get paid by the hours that I work so I was disappointed in having to wait so long. All the time I am out for appointments and surgery time will be time I'm not paid for so it's important for me to get in as many hours as I can.
July 26, 2015Initials hidden
I thought he spent the right amount of time explaining what to do next and was sympathetic with what was going on with my health.
July 17, 2015Cynthia D.Verified patient
Dr. Puschak is a wonderful surgeon. He performed a cervical fusion ten years ago and it's doing great. I highly recommend him to everyone I hear about that needs any kind of spine surgery. I'm so grateful he's local for me!
August 24, 2015Mark H.Verified patient
Had a great visit other than having to wait more than an hour. Not great news about my condition but that is not the fault of the Dr.
July 24, 2015Cynthia D.Verified patient
I have had a few visits w/ Dr.Pushak over a piriod of approx. 10yrs. and he has always been very informative and cordial as well professional. I would not think to reach out for an opionion another an doctor in his field of practice unless he encouraged me to do so. I would like to thank him for his honesty respect.
August 12, 2015Esther R. Z.Verified patient
He is extremely caring and competent. I love his bedside manner and his compassion. I would highly recommend him to anyone. His group was recommended to me by a dear friend in CALIFORNIA who is an orthopedic RN.
August 4, 2015Miriam H.Verified patient
Excellent
August 4, 2015Robert S.Verified patient
Dr. Puschak is always so detailed with every thing he says to me about my condition that I hardly have any questions... He did an amazing job and I am very pleased with the out come.
July 27, 2015Juanita T.Verified patient
Always great,Dr.Puschak is professional and always
caring. Remembers lat visit and is always interested
in how your doing and what your doing. I feel Blessed
that he was referred to me, to do my back surgery.
June 22, 2015P. Terry T.Verified patient
I've had 2 incidents that took me to Dr. Puschak and wow, what a professional, extremely competent doctor! I wouldn't consider going to anyone else! Scheduling appts, office visits, Dr Puschak and staff, diagnosis, treatments, ALL streamlined and efficient. Oh, and I must mention how well my back has been for 6 yrs now!!
June 9, 2015Laura H.Verified patient
Dr. Puschak is a blessing to the medical community. He is genuine, caring, engaged and truly the best. I've had other doctors whom I would never refer others too, I wouldn't hesitate for a moment to send people Dr. Puschak's way and have done so. Thank you, Dr. Puschak, for bring so kind and helpful.
May 20, 2015Kim C.Verified patient
Very impressed with Dr. Puschak. Direct and clear in his explanation of my problem and how to correct it. Very personable and clear on what to expect.
June 8, 2015Initials hidden
He answered my concerns about my back pain and recommended a non invasive procedure to try first. I was very thankful for his help.
June 8, 2015Martha S.Verified patient
I was very disappointed with Dr. Puschak & feel that my visit was a waste of time. He was 1.5 hours late & never bothered to apologize. He seemed distracted & rushed, trying to catch up on his overbooked appointments, so he didn't take time to listen to my medical issues or concerns. He never even took time to touch me or to actually examine my back. So, it doesn't surprise me that his records & office report were filled with inaccuracies, omissions & misinformation.
I have had worsening cervical & lumbar pain for years which has also prevented me from being able to stand up straight. After spending only a few minutes with me, Dr. Puchack concluded that there was nothing he could do to improve my limited function or the severe pain that was affecting all aspects of my life. rmy for he and he told me that he couldn't do anything to help me. So if you are looking for a compassionate surgeon who also has training and skills to address more complex spines, then don't waste your time with Dr. Puchack.
June 8, 2015Melissa M.Verified patient
Dr. Puschak spends time explaining things so that they are easy to understand. I always feel like he is really listening to my concerns. He has a great personality and is very professional.
May 12, 2015Melissa F.Verified patient
I think my visit was very one sided, he would talk, i would listen, and then he said it was my turn to talk, but i never got my turn as when i would begin to say something he would jump in and finish the sentence and so my relevance to talk about my condition was invalidated. The whole talk about my condition with him lasted at the most 5 minutes.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The office staff was pleasant and helped me sort through my insurance concerns. Dr. Puschak was very kind and answered all of my questions. He was very knowledgeable on my condition and I feel confident that his treatment plan will put me on the road to recovery.
May 15, 2015Carol P.Verified patient
As always, Dr. Puschak was very personable and explained everything in great detail. The exact opposite of the Dr. (from another office) who did the initial surgery on me. I left with a lot of confidence that this would be all right.
May 15, 2015Larry C.Verified patient
No one told me that the office was running behind. I don't understand how they can let you wait for over an hour (between the waiting room of 20 minutes and another 45 in the room).
More than 1 year agoTerri T.Verified patient
Waited 1.5 hours to see this MD, told to put on little paper shorts (very cold room with paper shorts on, no fun) because he would be examing me. Well he never touched me! How can you evaluate a patient and not touch them?! He told me to get mri and steroids if my urologist (I have IC) agreed. MA gave me rx and prior auth forms for mri. I tried to explain that my anthem bc/bs does not require prior auth but she said that's the way it is here. Well I won't be returning. Oh and BTW I am an RN with 35 years of patient care experience and I would never treat a patient the way I was treated.
April 6, 2015Jeanne A.Verified patient
Dr. Puschakl always takes time to explain what the issues are and what options you have for correcting them. I have been pleased with the results after seeing him for my first back surgery, which is one of the main reasons i am having him perform this one as well.
April 3, 2015Timothy P.Verified patient
I tried for over an hour to enter my e-mail address to get on NextMD, but to no avail. The computer would not take any password i entered. It kept saying the password was already in there. I used numerous passwords and it would not take any of them. Sorry but I guess I will just have to call if I have a problem.
March 6, 2015Rosemary W.Verified patient
Excellent!
March 31, 2015Brad R.Verified patient
Dr. Puschak always makes me feel confident in his professional expertese. He has a relaxing and very professional manerism and is very reassuring. I would always recommend him to family and friends. I feel very happy to have found such a wonderful doctor.
April 10, 2015Dolores H.Verified patient
He took the time to talk with me about my issues without rushing me. He seemed to be very thorough and knowledgable; and he was very personable.
March 3, 2015Initials hidden
A real credit to the medical profession
April 16, 2015Larry T.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Thomas Puschak work with?
Dr. Thomas Puschak works with Panorama Orthopedics and Spine Center.
Where is Dr. Thomas Puschak's office located?
Dr. Thomas Puschak has 3 office locations, including in Golden, Westminster, and Highlands Ranch, view full addresses on Dr. Puschak's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Puschak have?
Dr. Thomas Puschak is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Thomas Puschak?
Dr. Thomas Puschak frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Orthopedic Consultation, Spine Deformation / Scoliosis , Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Thomas Puschak on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Thomas Puschak speak?
Dr. Thomas Puschak speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Thomas Puschak in reviews?
120 patients have reviewed Dr. Thomas Puschak. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.67/5. They have a 4.7/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.39/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.