Susan Apkon, MD
Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine
Board Certified
Care Philosophy
I am committed to providing the highest level of care to children and their families. My approach to care is to focus on a child's functional abilities in the setting of their underlying medical condition with the ultimate goal of maximizing their ability to participate in family and community activities.
Clinical Interest for Patients
My clinical interests include the care of children and adolescents with neuromuscular conditions including muscular dystrophy and spinal muscular atrophy. In addition I have a clinical interest in the care of children with cerebral palsy.
Title(s)
Vice-Chair Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Fischahs Chair in Pediatric Rehabilitation, Chief Pediatric Rehabilitation
Credentials
Doctor of Medicine
Specialty
Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine
Scheduling Phone Number
720-777-1234
Gender
Female
Languages
English
Hospital Affiliation
Children's Hospital Colorado
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Phone: 720-777-1234 720-777-1234
Provider Information
Specialties
- Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine
Department
Professor, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Research and Grants
Research Interests for Patients
My research interests are in the delivery of novel drug treatments to children and adolescents with neuromuscular conditions.
Education and Training
Medical Schools
MD, University of Vermont College of Medicine (1994)
Undergraduate Schools
MA, Northwestern University (IL) (1987)
BS, Northwestern University (IL) (1996)
Internships
University of Colorado (Children's Hospital Colorado) Program (1994)
Residency Program
University of Colorado (1999)
University of Colorado (1999)
Information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
720-777-1234