The Steadman Clinic at Aspen Valley Health
Orthopedics • Aspen, CO • Since 1891
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Last gathered July 10, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Orthopaedics at Aspen Valley Health (Aspen, CO) - Highlights: Board-certified orthopaedics and sports medicine specialists, enhanced by a partnership with The Steadman Clinic for expanded expertise. - Services: Comprehensive musculoskeletal care across clinics and the hospital network, with access to orthopaedic and sports medicine treatments near home. - Setting: Part of a not-for-profit, community-supported health system with locations in Aspen, Snowmass, Basalt, and the Midvalley; affiliated with a Level III trauma center and a broad network of providers. - Mission: Focus on whole-person health and personalized care delivered by a diverse team across more than 25 medical specialties.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: very positive
- Aspen Valley Health Surgery Services official patient reviews page: 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,637 reviews)
- Birdeye (Emergency Room): 4.9 out of 5 stars (605 reviews)
- HospitalCompare.io: 95 out of 100 overall rating
- US News (Dr. Kris J. Alden): 5 out of 5 stars (247 reviews)
Patients praise
- highly skilled and professional medical staff
- effective and successful surgical outcomes, particularly in joint replacement and spine surgery
- friendly and welcoming hospital environment
- efficient and comprehensive care coordination with specialists
- low post-surgery infection rates compared to averages
- high patient willingness to recommend the hospital
Common complaints
- occasional reports of poor communication from medical staff regarding diagnoses
- isolated mentions of impersonal bedside manner in the emergency department
- occasional challenges with appointment scheduling
"All of my apprehensions went away as soon as I walked through the door... From that point, I had no doubts, fears or concerns. It was pretty amazing."
- Aspen Valley Health Patient Testimonial"Multiple reviews highlight the provider's ability to explain procedures clearly and address patient concerns, fostering a sense of trust and comfort."
- US News summary of patient reviews for Dr. Kris J. AldenSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Aspen Valley Health brings physical therapy back to downtown core | AspenTimes.com - Jan 14, 2026
- ValleyOrtho announces revolutionary ACL procedure – The Sopris Sun - Sep 17, 2025
- Aspen Valley Health recertified as Level III Trauma Center | AspenTimes.com - Jun 1, 2026
- Dr. Tomas Pevny's new ACL repair technology featured in The Aspen Times - Jul 14, 2025
- Continuing a 50-year legacy: 5 Steadman physicians to provide medical coverage for U.S. Ski & Snowboard teams at Olympics | AspenTimes.com - Feb 3, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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