Dr. Jonathon Backus, MD
Dr. Jonathon Backus, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Vail, CO and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Backus has extensive experience in Ankle & Foot Surgery. He graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2010. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital and Progress West Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
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181 W Meadow Dr Ste 400 Vail, CO 81657Make an Appointment
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Dr. Backus prides himself on being a surgeon who listens intently to his patients. His philosophy is that no two patients and no two injuries are exactly alike, and personalized care is critical for the best possible recovery. He takes great pride...read morebiography
Dr. Backus is an Orthopedic Surgeon and is fellowship-trained in foot and ankle surgery with a sports emphasis. He is an avid sports-lover and enjoys treating individuals with a passion for being active. He has participated in the care of everyone...read moreOrthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
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Fellowship Hospital, 2016Washington University School Of Medicine
Residency Hospital, 2015Washington University, St Louis
Internship Hospital, 2011Duke University School Of Medicine
Medical School, 2010University Of Illinois At Urbana-champaign
Undergraduate School, 2005Kings College London / School Of Medicine
Undergraduate School, 2004
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- Recipient of 10
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
91%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
86%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well8% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 14
hospital awardsSurgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% higher than the national average
83%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family18% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
83%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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