Dr. Ronald Hugate Jr, MD
Orthopedic Surgery, Surgery, Sports Medicine
accepting new patients
Locations
Highlands Ranch
1060 Plaza Dr
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
Golden Office*
660 Golden Ridge Rd Ste 250
Golden, CO 80401
About Me
Ronald Hugate, M.D., is a board certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in orthopedic oncology, hip preservation, complex joint reconstruction, and limb salvage. Dr. Hugate is considered a leader and innovator in the treatment of complex orthopedic problems, and recently was the driving force behind the first osseous-integrated prosthetics for amputees using porous metal technology in the United States. Dr. Hugate treats patients with forms of complex orthopedic problems that most others cannot, from cancer to prosthetics and everything in between. He enjoys the challenging and complex cases that allow him to utilize his extensive training and research. He loves the reward of seeing patients who have nowhere else to turn back on their feet and feeling better in life after treatment!
Dr. Hugate graduated Magna Cum Laude from Virginia Tech University with a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1994, he then went on to complete medical school at Eastern Virginia Medical School. In 1998, Dr. Hugate began his surgical internship at Penn State University where he then also completed his orthopedic surgery residency. In 2003, Dr. Hugate completed the Ivin's Research Fellowship at the Mayo Clinic and then went on to complete an orthopedic oncology fellowship there as well. In 2005 the Mayo clinic awarded Dr. Hugate the title "Instructor of Orthopedics" for his hard work and dedication.
Dr. Hugate is committed to the betterment of orthopedic care today and for the generations to come. He passes on a legacy of intellectual curiosity and desire to help others through teaching young people. As an adjunct associate professor of mechanical and materials engineering at the University of Denver, and clinical faculty at the Rocky Vista University School of Medicine, Dr. Hugate enjoys inspiring and training the next generation of engineers and physicians. Through this collaboration with educational institutions, Dr. Hugate stays actively involved in researching ways to improve osseous and other bio-integrated implants, the medical and surgical treatment of bone cancers, and joint reconstructions.
Dr. Hugate has authored and co-authored several scientific articles and a patient guide to joint replacement called "The Handbook of Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery: Through the Eyes of the Patient, Surgeon, and Medical Team!". He and his work have been featured on numerous television and radio programs that include local news stations, public radio, The Today Show and even 'Animal Planet'.
In addition to his commitment to excellence in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Hugate is also committed to service. He has participated in multiple medical mission trips to aid underserved populations of the world. Most recently he went to Haiti in January of 2010 following the devastating earthquake. Dr. Hugate has also proudly served our country as a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army reserves where he has been deployed 4 times (including deployments to combat hospitals in both Afghanistan and Iraq) in support of our troops. For his efforts in the Army, Dr. Hugate has twice been awarded the Army Commendation Medal.
Dr. Hugate is married and lives with his family in the Denver Metro Area. He hails from Virginia where he was born and raised in Williamsburg with his two brothers. He enjoys spending his free time with his wife and children. Other hobbies include traveling, wood-working, high-performance cars, and car restoration.
Dr. Hugate previously worked at Colorado Limb Consultants and joined Panorama on Aug 14, 2017. He sees patients at Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center in Golden and Highlands Ranch.
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
- Cigna
- Community Health Network
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Kaiser Permanente
- MultiPlan
- Rocky Mountain Health Plans
- UnitedHealthCare
Conditions Treated
- Hip Arthritis
- Knee Sprain
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Tibia and Fibula Fractures
- Enchondromata
- Ewing's Tumor
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Hip Injury
- Knee Injuries
- Marfan Syndrome, Type 2
- Orthopedic Disorders
- Knee Arthritis
- Uterine Cancer
- Extremity Nonunion
- Marfan Syndrome
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Hip Socket Injuries
- Bone Cancer
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Knee Pain
- Ewing's Sarcoma
- Upper Extremity Fracture
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Osteosarcoma
- Wear and Tear Arthritis
- Retina Diseases
- Hip Disorders
- Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
- BakerâÂÂs Cyst
- Knee Ligament Rupture
- Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
- Bursitis
- Knee Fracture
- Hip Dysplasia
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Clavicle Fracture
- Runner's Knee
- Pyogenic Arthritis
- Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
- Trochanteric Bursitis
- Extremity Malunions
- Aneurysmal Bone Cyst
- Uterine Diseases
- Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
- Arthritis
- Pathologic Fracture
- Elbow Bursitis
- Hip Subluxation
- Bone Disorders
- Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
- Joint Cancer
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Hip Flexor Strain
- Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
- Hip Cancer
- Limb Cancer
- Secondary Malignancies
- Myeloproliferative Disorders
- Avulsion Fracture
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Scapular Fracture
- Broken Shoulder Blade
- Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
- Complex Long-Bone Fracture
- Compression Fracture
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Extra-Articular Fracture
- Hip Sprain
- Allergic Arthritis
- Post-Traumatic Arthritis
- Fracture
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Joint Fracture
- Pathological Spine Fracture
- Metastatic Cancer
- Sacrum Disorders
- Elbow Injuries
- Insufficiency Fracture
- Hip Pain
- Ecchondromata
- Hip Dislocation
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Internal Derangement of Knee
- Fractured Lower Leg
- Brachial Plexus Palsy
- Stress Fracture
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Simple Fractures
- Tibia Fracture
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Cancer
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Complex Fractures
- Compound Fracture
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Hip Muscle Strain
- Shoulder Disorders
- Metatarsal Fracture
- Femur Fracture
- Hip Bursitis
- Malunion of Fracture
- Complex Fractures of the Periarticular Region
- Complex Fracture of Acetabulum
- Knee Dislocation
- Broken Arm
- Hip Dysplasia, Beukes Type
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Knee Tendinitis
- Orthopedic Trauma
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Ganglion Cyst
- Gait Abnormality
- Knee Disorders
- Pelvic Fracture
- Antalgic Gait
- Pseudoarthrosis
- Complications of Joint Prosthesis
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Steppage Gait
- Graft vs Host Disease
- Secondary Hypertension
- Shoulder Injuries
Procedures Performed
- Partial Shoulder Replacement
- Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Unicompartmental Hip Surgery
- Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
- Computer-Assisted Total Hip Replacement
- Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
- Fracture Care
- Advanced Tendon Reconstruction
- All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Arthritic Hip Reconstruction Surgery
- Bone and Joint Repair
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
- Joint Reconstruction Surgery
- Excision of Femur or Knee
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Resurfacing
- Biopsy of Affected Tissue
- Mini-Incision Hip Surgery
- Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
- Excision of Humerus
- Joint Injection
- Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement
- Arthrocentesis
- Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
- Excision of Tibia or Fibula
- Steroid Injection
- Hip Replacement Revision
- Excisional Biopsy
- Joint Fusion
- Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement
- Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
- Knee Cartilage Treatment
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Total Hip Replacement
- Elbow Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
- Posterior Mini-Incision Total Hip Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Reconstruction
- Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
- Bone Grafting
- Cartilage Repair
- Joint Drainage
- Shoulder Surgery
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
- Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
- Synovial Biopsy
- Bursa Injection
- Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
- Neuroplasty
- Soft Tissue Mass Biopsy
- Surgical Biopsy
- Image-Guided Hip Replacement
- Shoulder Replacement
- Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Knee Replacement Revision
- Dupuytren's Contracture Injection
- Joint Surgery
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
- Knee Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Fracture Treatment
- Arm Surgery
- Hemi (Half) Hip Replacement
- Hip Surgery
- Elbow Replacement
- Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
- Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
- Knee Surgery
- Excision of Radius or Ulna
- Elbow Reconstruction
- Hip Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Hip Reconstruction Surgery
- Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
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