Julie Wilson, MD
Pediatric Sports Medicine
Locations
Practice Locations
Children's Colorado Outpatient Care at Uptown - Denver
720-777-1360
Children's Colorado Orthopedic Care
Centennial
720-777-1310
Children's Colorado Health Pavilion
Aurora
720-777-1234
Provider Expertise
Clinical Interest for Patients
I enjoy taking care of patients from childhood through adolescence for the care of injuries related to sports and other physical activities. I treat concussions, sprains/strains, joint injuries including dislocations, fractures, and overuse injuries. I also consult regarding the impact of medical conditions on sports participation and exercise.
Care Philosophy
My philosophy of care is a commitment to my patients and their families to deliver care that is supported by the highest order of compassion, innovation, science, and technology.
Specialties
- Pediatrics ( 2010 , 2020 )
- Pediatric Sports Medicine ( 2011 , 2021 )
Conditions & Treatments
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Bones, Joints and Muscles
Back Pain, Foot and Ankle Injuries and Disorders, Fractures, Hip Injuries and Disorders, Knee Injuries and Disorders, Leg Injuries and Disorders, Shoulder Injuries and Disorders, Sprains and Strains
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Brain and Nervous System
Traumatic and Acquired Brain Injuries
Interests & Activities
Personal Interests
I enjoy spending time outdoors with my husband and our dogs in the beautiful Colorado weather and scenery through snowshoeing, hiking, cycling and snowboarding.
Volunteer Activities
As a former collegiate soccer player, I enjoy staying connected to the game through my role as medical director for multiple area soccer clubs and team physician at the high school level.
Education & Training
Medical Schools
MD, University of Michigan Medical School (2007)
Undergraduate Schools
BS, Saint Vincent College (PA) (2003)
Residency Program
University of Colorado (Children's Hospital Colorado) Program (2010)
Fellowships
Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program (2011)
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Pediatrics - Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness (AAP-COSMF), Member
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Member
American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM), Member
Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine (PRiSM), Member
Research & Grants
Grants
A multifaceted and interdisciplinary approach to improving pediatric concussion outcomes (2019)
Early exercise prescription to improve outcomes in pediatric concussion patients (2019)
Initiation of an early exercise program to improve symptoms and psychosocial function after pediatric mild traumatic brain injury (2019)
Research Interests for Patients
My research interests include evaluating methods of facilitating recovery and reducing risk of injury after pediatric concussion.
information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
(720) 777-3899
Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
My clinical interest is pediatric sports medicine including care of musculoskeletal injuries, concussions and medical conditions in athletes (care of the female athlete, overtraining, exercise intolerance). I also have an interest in promoting physical activity for all children and adolescents, including using exercise as medicine in managing various health conditions.
Research Interest for Referring Providers
My current research interests are in the area of pediatric concussions, specifically related to optimizing treatment during recovery and reducing risk of re-injury - concussion or musculoskeletal - following return to play.
