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Dr. Christopher Fender, MD

Dr. Christopher Fender, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
20+ years of experience
(720) 585-3228

Dr. Christopher Fender, MD is a plastic surgeon in Golden, CO and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Rochester in 2003. He is affiliated with CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (15 reviews)
(720) 585-3228
Accepting New Patients
2801 Youngfield St Ste 371
Golden, CO 80401

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise • Dr. Fender specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff • Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction • Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling • Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews

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Dr. Fender's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fender

3.7
15 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
67%
67%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
7%
7%
1 star
27%
27%

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This Man saved my hand I tell everyone about him it was a wonderful experience thank you Dr. Fender i just love you and my hand has never been better now how about my left hand?
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Shannon Schonlaw – Dec 19, 2023
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Caring and competent.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 29, 2019
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Feedback is respectfully shared to improve patient care. 1) as a plastic surgeon for the lip, please use numbing gel. You stated "dentists use this gel, but you aren't a dentist" -please invest, 2) this was a Mohs procedure; do NOT suture the entire wound until lab results are back; you stated "I thought I got it all but I was wrong." 3) ensure the patient is numb - it's different for everyone; don't assume, 4) wait until the numbing takes affect to suture, 5) speak up for elderly patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Sherri in CO, CO – Aug 15, 2018
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I would strongly urge everyone in need to choose a different Dr than this arrogant jerk. He’s not interested in a word you have to say and he never did take care of what I came to see him for. If this survey let me put zero stars, I would.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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John in Denver, CO – Jul 11, 2018
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He was recommended to me by my family doctor. I had a squamous cell carcinoma skin cancer on my thumb that had to be removed . I was very nervous, but Dr. Fender gave me something to calm me and as he promised I felt absolutely nothing. Upon removing all cancer he had to put a skin graft on the exposed area. It healed beautifully! He is a very knowledgable , kind doctor who is a great surgeon and has a great personality. I would definitely recommend him to all my family and friends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Sharon Ritter in Westminster, CO – Apr 17, 2016
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I was having severe hand and elbow pain. I got right in and the next day Dr Fender did surgery. All went great. Hes an excellent Dr that truly cares for his patients. Thanks for fixing my left arm, see you soon for the right hand. Thanks
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
Helpful
David in Denver, CO – Feb 26, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Fender is a reconstructive plastic surgeon. His interests include caring for patients with skin cancers, as well as large, complex wounds. He has a true passion for hand surgery and enjoys the challenge and satisfaction provided by restoring...read more

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Rochester

    Medical School, 2003

  • University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry

    Medical School, 2003

  • Stanford University

    Undergraduate School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Plastic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital

    11600 W 2nd Pl
    Lakewood, CO 80228
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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