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Kirk Kindsfater

Kirk Kindsfater, MD

4.9125 ratings

Hip and Knee Orthopedic SurgeryJoint Replacement Surgery

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Provider Gender

Male

About Kirk Kindsfater and Banner Safety Practices

Care Philosophy

I have performed more than 30,000 hip and knee replacement surgeries for patients and am well known for the outstanding results that patients have with hip and knee replacement surgery.

Specializing In

Hip and Knee Joint Replacement Surgery

Interests & Activities

Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, lifting weights, or racing one of my vehicles at the track.

All Banner facilities are pleased to provide interpretation services to our patients and their companions for no charge - just ask when you arrive.

Hospital Affiliations

Banner North Colorado Medical Center - Loveland Campus
Banner Ft Collins Medical Center

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Harvard University Medical School, Orthopedic Surgery, 1995
  • Residency: University Of Colorado At Denver, Orthopedic Surgery, 1994
  • Medical School: University of Colorado Health Science Center-Denver, 1989

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1997

Advanced Specialty Trainings

  • Harvard School of Medicine/Brigham and Women's Hospital - Adult Reconstruction

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Locations

  1. The Joint Replacement Center of Northern Colorado
    • 4700 Lady Moon Drive, Suite C3, Fort Collins, CO 80528
Need help scheduling? Call 970-810-0255

Testimonials

4.9 out of 5.0

125 ratings

All patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    He's an excellent Dr. and shows that he cares about your condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    Dr Kindsfater has great communication skills answering all questions precisely. In addition, he has a great bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    He did my left knee in 2017 and I have not had any trouble with it. His bed side manor is great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    He is outstanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    He is the best surgeon I have had. He has performed two surgeries on me with excellent results and genuine care and concern for my recovery. Pain control was excellent. I never had to worry that I was going to be left hanging with a problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    He has Don an amazing job on my knees. Could not be happier

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Explained everything in great detail. Even took the time to show me my x-rays and explain about them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    He's the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    He's a great doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    Absolute best in personal and team care including PAs, Nurses and staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Not only is Dr. Kindsfater a world class expert at knee replacement, he does fantastic surgery!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Knee replacement was very successful, uncomplicated very little pain or discomfort.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Competent physician / surgeon who makes you feel comfortable from beginning to end.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Successful treatment. Kind and concerned.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    One of best doctors I've been to. See my original comments on this survey about how great he is and why.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    He is EXCELLENT in both his surgery skills and his bedside manner .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2025

    My knee replacement surgery went smoothly, and my knee has healed nicely. Now I am able to rely on my knee again. He is very capable and knowledgeable and cares about his patients and I am proof of how good he is. He knows what he is talking about and I trust him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    Experienced physician with excellent communication skills.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    knowledgeable and interested in current status of surgery

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Dr. Kindsfater is the best at what he does. He is fantastic, no nonsense attitude and very informative. I would recommend him to anyone!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    His expertise for replacing knees and hips.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    Excellent reputation and modification to my knee

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    Excellent surgeon!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Dr. Kindsfater is amazing! The ultimate of professional surgery and follow up care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Dr Kindsfater has replaced both of my knees and I have had no issues with either. Both recoveries have went extremely well and his recommendations for physical therapists were spot on. Excellent doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Excellent surgeon

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    He's an expert at what he does

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Dr K was very professional, kind, very pleasant in conversation and provided clear information on my condition and how he would resolve my issue.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    Dr. Kindsfater cared about my specific situation and wanted the best for my knee. He listened to my knee concern and helped give information and a plan of action that was best for me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/30/2025

    He immediately knew what was wrong with my hip, he was able to describe clearly to me what was happening, he was able to set a plan of action! He is a ROCK STAR!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    This Dr had impeccable manners. He was extremely articulate and intelligent regarding my problems.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    Family and friends have had him do their surgery and said he was the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    He is an excellent orthopedic surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/17/2025

    "Besides friendliness and courtesy, Dr. Kindsfater has expertise and experience that rank him in the category of ""Distinguished"". Most of his peers are working to GET to that level of professional skill."

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    So down to earth, clearly answered all of my questions and made sure I understood all the details of what came through out all procedures.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    Dr. Kindsfater's responses to my inquiries were precise, timely, and friendly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    He is very knowledgeable and experienced in may situations and able to explain everything that can possibly happen during surgery. My case isn't quite straight forward and had come to Dr. Kindsfater for a second opinion on possibly having both knees replaced.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    He's been my husband's orthopedic surgeon for hip and knee replacement and we like him very much.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Professional, skilled, and very knowledgeable. Kind and a good listener as well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    Very informative and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Very experienced surgeon

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Dr Kindsfater is one of the best orthopedic surgeons in the country.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    He is very informative and is very good at what he does.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Dr. Kindsfater is the best you can get!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    He's known as one of the best based on his experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Genuinely concerned about my well-being!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    His reputation is very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Dr. Kindsfater was attentive, pleasant, and very efficient. Easy to talk to and shows he cares. He listens and responds compassionately.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    He is the fourth doctor I've seen for the issue I'm having, and he's the first one to offer a solution that makes sense and should rectify the problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    He is very personable, explains things clearly. He has an organized staff that clearly knows how to treat patients

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Best there is

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    He's an excellent knee surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    Excellent orthopedic surgeon

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    Very pleased with results

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    Dr. Kindsfater is well regarded in the surgery I had and described my progress as perfect. He's very personable and answered my questions with ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Experienced and accomplished surgeon in whom I had great confidence.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Well I might be biased because he replaced my husbands knees. But I have no complaints whatsoever. He's a very good doc.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    He is outstanding in his surgical skills and knowledge. He was able to quickly identify my complicated problem and with kindness and compassion explained what needed to be done. Carefully explained and answered all questions so that I felt confident in his judgement. I would trust him to perform surgery on myself or loved one again.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Simply amazing!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    He's knowledgeable, friendly and patient with my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Has expertise

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    He is very knowledgeable, kind, personable, professional with great bedside manner. He explains things well, never seems hurried. Makes me feel like he is truly interested in my well being.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    He is an excellent surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2025

    He comes highly recommended, and my experience during the appointment fully supported that reputation. He took the time to clearly explain his thought process regarding my procedure, demonstrating both expertise and a thoughtful, patient-centered approach. In addition to his professionalism, he is a genuinely personable and approachable physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr. K is an exceptional man, highly intelligent and motivated, well spoken and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    My bilateral knee replacement went very smoothly and recovery time was excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    First class person with friendliness and humor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2025

    I was recommended to him and was happy with how the consultation went.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2025

    Nobody better

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    Dr. Kindsfater is the very best surgeon in Colorado. He is kind, listens to his patients, suggests options, and makes you feel cared for. Nate is just like Dr. Kindsfater. That is why I followed them to Banner!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    Dr Kindsfater is a very knowledgeable Dr. and is very kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2025

    Very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Very knowledgeable and kind.

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