Ricka Messer, MD, PhD
Child Neurology
Locations
Practice Locations
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Aurora
13123 East 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045720-777-1234
UCHealth Neurosciences Center - Anschutz Medical Campus
1635 Aurora Ct 4th Floor, Aurora, CO 80045720-848-2080
Provider Expertise
Clinical Interest for Patients
Acquired brain injury and acute neurologic issues, including inpatient neurology consults and post-hospitalization outpatient follow-up. Abusive head trauma and infantile spasms are two areas of focus.
Care Philosophy
I strive to provide comprehensive care and up-to-date treatments for my patients, throughout their hospitalization and after. I also seek to be a compassionate resource for patients and families.
Specialties
- Child Neurology ( 2015 )
Conditions & Treatments
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Brain and Nervous System
Epilepsy, Meningitis, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Traumatic and Acquired Brain Injuries
Education & Training
Medical Schools
MD, University of Connecticut School of Medicine (2010)
Undergraduate Schools
BA, University of Texas System (TX) (2002)
Graduate Schools
PhD, University of Connecticut Health Center (2010)
Internships
University of Connecticut / Connecticut Children’s Medical Center (2012)
Residency Program
Johns Hopkins University Program (2015)
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Neurology (AAN), Member
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Member
American Medical Association (AMA), Member
Child Neurology Society (CNS), Member
information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
(720) 777-6895
Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
Acquired brain injury and acute neurologic issues, including inpatient neurology consults and post-hospitalization outpatient follow-up. Abusive head trauma and infantile spasms are two areas of focus.