
Kirk Kindsfater, MD
Hip and Knee Orthopedic SurgeryJoint Replacement Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout 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.
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
Video
Locations
- The Joint Replacement Center of Northern Colorado
- 4700 Lady Moon Drive, Suite C3, Fort Collins, CO 80528
- phone: 970-810-0255
- fax: 970-966-2599
Testimonials
4.9 out of 5.0
125 ratingsAll 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2025
He's an excellent Dr. and shows that he cares about your condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
He is outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
He has Don an amazing job on my knees. Could not be happier
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
He's the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
He's a great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
Absolute best in personal and team care including PAs, Nurses and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Not only is Dr. Kindsfater a world class expert at knee replacement, he does fantastic surgery!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Knee replacement was very successful, uncomplicated very little pain or discomfort.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Competent physician / surgeon who makes you feel comfortable from beginning to end.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Successful treatment. Kind and concerned.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/19/2025
He is EXCELLENT in both his surgery skills and his bedside manner .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Experienced physician with excellent communication skills.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
knowledgeable and interested in current status of surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
His expertise for replacing knees and hips.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Excellent reputation and modification to my knee
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Excellent surgeon!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2025
Dr. Kindsfater is amazing! The ultimate of professional surgery and follow up care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
Excellent surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
He's an expert at what he does
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
This Dr had impeccable manners. He was extremely articulate and intelligent regarding my problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Family and friends have had him do their surgery and said he was the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
He is an excellent orthopedic surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Dr. Kindsfater's responses to my inquiries were precise, timely, and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Professional, skilled, and very knowledgeable. Kind and a good listener as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Very informative and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Very experienced surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
Dr Kindsfater is one of the best orthopedic surgeons in the country.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
He is very informative and is very good at what he does.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
Dr. Kindsfater is the best you can get!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
He's known as one of the best based on his experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
Genuinely concerned about my well-being!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
His reputation is very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Best there is
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
He's an excellent knee surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Excellent orthopedic surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Very pleased with results
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Experienced and accomplished surgeon in whom I had great confidence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 5/25/2025
Simply amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
He's knowledgeable, friendly and patient with my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Has expertise
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
He is an excellent surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr. K is an exceptional man, highly intelligent and motivated, well spoken and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
My bilateral knee replacement went very smoothly and recovery time was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
First class person with friendliness and humor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2025
I was recommended to him and was happy with how the consultation went.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2025
Nobody better
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
Dr Kindsfater is a very knowledgeable Dr. and is very kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
Very knowledgeable and kind.
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