Ryan Candee, PA-C
Internal Medicine
Board Certified
Care Philosophy
I believe in the importance of building a provider-patient partnership in which patients are able to express their health goals and expectations openly to me and, in return, I can use my medical expertise to help them achieve those goals.
Clinical Interest for Patients
I am interested in treating the full breadth of the primary care scope of practice, but in particular I have special interests in Asthma, Type 2 Diabetes, Preventative Health and Lifestyle Medicine, LGBTQ+ health, and behavioral health.
Title(s)
Physician Assistant, Lead APP-University of Colorado Department of Internal Medicine
Credentials
Physician Assistant - Certified
Specialty
Internal Medicine
Scheduling Phone Number
303-333-5456
Gender
Male
Languages
English
Hospital Affiliation
University of Colorado Hospital
CU Medicine Internal Medicine - Cherry Creek
Phone: 303-333-5456 303-333-5456
Provider Information
Specialties
- Internal Medicine (2014,2024)
Conditions
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Women's Health
Contraception
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Food, Nutrition and Metabolism
Weight Loss and Dieting , Obesity , Nutrition
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Digestive System
Gastroesophageal Reflux , Abnormal liver enzymes , Celiac Disease , Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) , Fatty Liver Disease , Hemochromatosis
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Kidneys and Urinary System
Chronic Kidney Disease
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Lungs and Breathing
Asthma , Obstructive Sleep Apnea
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Endocrine System (Hormones)
Adult Type 2 Diabetes , Thyroid Disease
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Infections
Bacterial , Viral , Fungal , Influenza , Pneumonia , Sexually Transmitted Diseases
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Heart and Circulation
High Blood Pressure
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Mental Health and Behavior
LGBTQ+ related issues , Anxiety , Gender dysphoria for Adults , Depression , Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
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Wellness and Prevention
LGTBQIA+ Ally
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Injuries and Wounds
Acute Wounds
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Men's Health
Prostate Conditions
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Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
Ear Infection , Infectious laryngitis , Allergic Rhinitis
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Transgender Health for Adults
Wellness and Prevention - LGTBQIA+ PrEP
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Primary Care
Treatments and Services
Interests and Activities
Personal Interests
I enjoy skiing, golfing, traveling, swimming, and spending time with my family.
Volunteer Activities
Participating in health fairs, reviewing admissions applications at University of Colorado PA school, provide peer review for the Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, precepting students at the DAWN clinic, and officiating High School swimming for CHSAA
Department
Assistant Professor, Medicine-Internal Medicine
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Physician Assistants, Fellow Colorado Academy of Physician Assistants, Fellow Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA), Member LGBT PA Caucus, Fellow University of Colorado Academy of Medical Educators, Teaching Fellow
Education and Training
Medical Schools
MPAS, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine (2014)
Undergraduate Schools
BA/BS, Gonzaga University (WA) (2011)
Information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
303-333-5456
Referral Contact Fax
303-320-6910