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
- Allergic Arthritis
- Aneurysmal Bone Cyst
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Antalgic Gait
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Avulsion Fracture
- BakerâÂÂs Cyst
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Disorders
- Brachial Plexus Palsy
- Broken Arm
- Broken Shoulder Blade
- Bursitis
- Cancer
- Clavicle Fracture
- Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
- Complex Fracture of Acetabulum
- Complex Fractures
- Complex Fractures of the Periarticular Region
- Complex Long-Bone Fracture
- Complications of Joint Prosthesis
- Compound Fracture
- Compression Fracture
- Ecchondromata
- Elbow Bursitis
- Elbow Injuries
- Enchondromata
- Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
- Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
- Ewing's Sarcoma
- Ewing's Tumor
- Extra-Articular Fracture
- Extremity Malunions
- Extremity Nonunion
- Femur Fracture
- Fracture
- Fractured Lower Leg
- Gait Abnormality
- Ganglion Cyst
- Graft vs Host Disease
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Hip Arthritis
- Hip Bursitis
- Hip Cancer
- Hip Dislocation
- Hip Disorders
- Hip Dysplasia
- Hip Dysplasia, Beukes Type
- Hip Flexor Strain
- Hip Injury
- Hip Muscle Strain
- Hip Pain
- Hip Socket Injuries
- Hip Sprain
- Hip Subluxation
- Insufficiency Fracture
- Internal Derangement of Knee
- Joint Cancer
- Joint Fracture
- Knee Arthritis
- Knee Dislocation
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Fracture
- Knee Injuries
- Knee Ligament Rupture
- Knee Pain
- Knee Sprain
- Knee Tendinitis
- Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
- Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
- Limb Cancer
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Malunion of Fracture
- Marfan Syndrome
- Marfan Syndrome, Type 2
- Metastatic Cancer
- Metatarsal Fracture
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myeloproliferative Disorders
- Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
- Orthopedic Disorders
- Orthopedic Trauma
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteosarcoma
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Pathologic Fracture
- Pathological Spine Fracture
- Pelvic Fracture
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Post-Traumatic Arthritis
- Pseudoarthrosis
- Pyogenic Arthritis
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Retina Diseases
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Runner's Knee
- Sacrum Disorders
- Scapular Fracture
- Secondary Hypertension
- Secondary Malignancies
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Disorders
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Shoulder Injuries
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Simple Fractures
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Steppage Gait
- Stress Fracture
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Tibia and Fibula Fractures
- Tibia Fracture
- Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
- Trochanteric Bursitis
- Upper Extremity Fracture
- Uterine Cancer
- Uterine Diseases
- Wear and Tear Arthritis
Procedures Performed
- Advanced Tendon Reconstruction
- All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
- Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement
- Arm Surgery
- Arthritic Hip Reconstruction Surgery
- Arthrocentesis
- Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
- Biopsy
- Biopsy of Affected Tissue
- Bone and Joint Repair
- Bone Grafting
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Bursa Injection
- Cartilage Repair
- Computer-Assisted Total Hip Replacement
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Dupuytren's Contracture Injection
- Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Elbow Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
- Elbow Reconstruction
- Elbow Replacement
- Excision of Femur or Knee
- Excision of Humerus
- Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
- Excision of Radius or Ulna
- Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
- Excision of Tibia or Fibula
- Excisional Biopsy
- Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
- Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
- Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
- Fracture Care
- Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
- Hemi (Half) Hip Replacement
- Hip Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
- Hip Reconstruction Surgery
- Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement Revision
- Hip Surgery
- Image-Guided Hip Replacement
- Joint Drainage
- Joint Fusion
- Joint Injection
- Joint Reconstruction Surgery
- Joint Resurfacing
- Joint Surgery
- Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Cartilage Treatment
- Knee Dislocation Treatment
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement Revision
- Knee Surgery
- Mini-Incision Hip Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
- Neuroplasty
- Partial Shoulder Replacement
- Posterior Mini-Incision Total Hip Arthroplasty
- Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
- Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
- Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
- Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
- Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Fracture Treatment
- Shoulder Reconstruction
- Shoulder Replacement
- Shoulder Surgery
- Soft Tissue Mass Biopsy
- Steroid Injection
- Surgical Biopsy
- Synovial Biopsy
- Total Hip Replacement
- Unicompartmental Hip Surgery
