Kim Sawyer, PNP
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Locations
Practice Locations
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Aurora
13123 East 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045720-777-1234
Children's Hospital Colorado
Colorado Springs
4090 Briargate Pkwy Colorado Springs, CO 80920719-305-1234
Provider Expertise
Clinical Interest for Patients
I am interested in the transitioning process for the pediatric population to the adult setting. I am also interested in new assistive technologies and therapies to maximize function and independence for children with disabilities.
Care Philosophy
I believe in working with families to identify their unique priorities and values. I strive to create an atmosphere of trust and creativity to best serve the patient's and their families needs.
Specialties
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation ( 2009 )
Conditions & Treatments
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Rehabilitation Therapy
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Bones, Joints and Muscles
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Brain and Nervous System
Interests & Activities
Personal Interests
I love to travel and spent a few years living in Southeast Asia. I enjoy reading and cooking in my spare time.
Education & Training
Undergraduate Schools
BSc, Colorado State University (CO) (1997)
BSc, University of Colorado - Health Sciences Center (CO) (2004)
Graduate Schools
PNP, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center (2009)
Research & Grants
Research Interests for Patients
Some of research interests include baclofen pump therapy and metabolic expenditure.
information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
(720) 777-2806
Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
I have worked as a certified pediatric nurse practitioner for the Department of Rehabilitation at The Children’s Hospital since May 2009. I work primarily with children with Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injury, and brain injury. I manage the intrathecal baclofen pump program.
Research Interest for Referring Providers
Some of my research interests include baclofen pump therapy and metabolic expenditure. I am also working on the development of an intrathecal Baclofen database with information that includes complications and catheter tip replacements.