Ronald R. Hugate, MD

thumb_Hugate2.jpgDr. Hugate relocated to Denver after completing a fellowship in orthopedic oncology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He specializes in complex joint replacement and bone and soft tissue tumors. His internship and residency were done at Penn State University after graduating with honors from Eastern Virginia Medical School. As a Major in the U.S. Army Reserves Medical Corps, he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for his service at the Combat Surgical Hospital in Baghdad. He is the most recent addition to The Denver Clinic team, having joined in 2005.  For Dr. Hugate's full CV, which is printable, please click here. 


 
CURRICULUM VITAE


Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Colorado Limb Consultants
1601 E. 19th Avenue, Suite 3300
Denver, Colorado 80218
(303) 837-0072 / FAX (303) 837-0075


Member Physician
The Denver Clinic for Extremities at Risk
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center
Denver, Colorado


Education
Bachelor of Science 1994 Mechanical Engineering (magna cum laude)
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA

Medical Doctor 1998 Doctor of Medicine
Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA

Internship 1998-99 Surgical Internship
Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Hershey, PA

Residency 1999-2003 Orthopedic Surgery
Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Hershey, PA

Fellowship 2003-2004 Ivins Research Fellow
The Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MI
2004-2005 Orthopaedic Oncology Fellowship
The Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MI

Academic Rank 2005 Instructor of Orthopaedics
The Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MI


Military Service
United States Army Reserve, Medical Corps
    5502nd U.S. Army Hospital. Denver, Colorado. July 1998 to present
    Rank: Major
       AMEDD Officer Basic Course completed September 1995
    Operation Iraqi Freedom/Enduring Freedom:
       - Deployed Aug – Dec 2003 to Baghdad, Iraq (28th combat surgical hospital)
       - Deployed May - August 2005 Tripler Army Medical Center
       - Deployed April - July 2008 Tripler Army Medical Center
Virginia Army Reserve/ National Guard
    Medical Service Corps. Virginia Beach, VA. March 1994 –June 1998
    Rank: First Lieutenant


Medical Licensure
State of Colorado (43557) issued 5/2005, currently active
State of Minnesota (45737) issued 5/2003, expired 4/2006
State of Pennsylvania (MD072910L) issued 2/2001, expired 12/2004


Selected Honors and Awards
Army Commendation Medal, December 2003
    Awarded by the U.S. Army for service as an orthopaedic surgeon in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.     28th Combat Surgical Hospital. Baghdad, Iraq.
Eastern Virginia Medical School, August 1994 - May 1998
    Honors in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Surgery, Orthopaedic Trauma, Reconstructive Orthopaedics
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
    Dean’s List every semester attended
    Graduated magna cum laude (May 1994)


Professional Certifications
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) July 2007-Present
AO/ASIF Principles of Fracture Management Course for Residents, Charleston SC, 2001


Professional Affiliations
The Ivins Society (Mayo Clinic Orthopaedic Oncology Fellows). 2005 – present
The Society of Military Orthopedic Surgeons (SOMOS). 2000 – present
The Denver Clinic for Extremities at Risk. 2005 – present
The Mayo Fellows’ Association, 2003 – present
The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, 1998 - present The American Medical Association, 1994-present
The Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society, 1998-2003
The American College of Emergency Physicians, 1996-1998
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 1992-1994


Current Administrative Positions Held
Physician Member
The Denver Clinic for Extremities at Risk
Denver, Colorado
2007 – Present
Chairman, Department of Orthopedics
Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Denver, Colorado
June, 2010 - present
President Innovative Orthopedics, LLC
Denver, Colorado
2007 - present
Founding Board Member Ortho-Transmission, LLC
Denver, Colorado
March 2010 - present
Vice-Chairman, Department of Orthopedics
Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Denver, Colorado
2008 - 2010
Medical Director
Parker Hospital Joint Replacement Program
Parker, Colorado
2007 - Present
Guest Editor
Clinical Orthopedics and Related Research
2005-Present


Clinical Consulting
Clinical Consultant
Stryker Corporation (Mahwah, New Jersey)
Design/Development of canine osseous integration implants for use in trans-radial amputees
2006-2007
Clinical Consultant
Wright Medical Corporation (Memphis, Tennessee)
Design/Development of implants which utilize foam metal technologies as an in-growth medium
2007-present



Research Interests
Advancement of bio-integrated implants
Orthopedic implant design
Medical and surgical treatment of osteogenic sarcoma
Pelvic/Sacral reconstruction


Research Funding
-Fixed angle Screws versus Standard Screws in Hemispherical Acetabular Fixation: A Biomechanical Study. Mayo Clinic Orthopaedic Research Grant. May 2004.

-The Biomechanical Consequences of Partial Transverse Sacrectomy: When is Reconstruction Necessary? Mayo Clinic Orthopaedic research grant. May 2004.

-Allograft Prosthetic Composite Reconstruction of the Proximal Tibia versus Proximal Tibial Reconstruction with Endoprosthesis: A Pilot Study to Define the Key Variables of Quadriceps Strength and Function. Mayo Clinic Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Musculoskeletal Tumor Foundation Grant, January 2004.

-The Effects of Intratendinous and Peritendinous Corticosteroid Injections on the Biomechanical Properties of Rabbit Achilles Tendon. Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Orthopaedic Research Initiation Grant, July 2001.

-Design of an Automated Needle/Armature Tray Loader. Department of Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Siemens Corporation Automotive Division Research Grant, September 1993.


Publications
  1. Hugate RR; Dickey ID; Chen Q; Wood C; Rock MG; Sim FH: Locked Screws versus Standard Screws in Hemispherical Acetabular Fixation: A Biomechanical Study. [Final edit complete. Pending print in the Journal of Arthroplasty] 
  2. Hugate RR; Wilkins RM; Kelly CM; Madsen W; Hinshaw I; Camozzi AB: Intra-arterial Chemotherapy for Extremity Osteosarcoma and MFH in Adults. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2008. Jun;466(6): 1292-301. 
  3. Drygus KA; Taylor RV; Sidebotham CG; Hugate RR; McAlexander H: Transcutaneous Tibial Implants: A Surgical Procedure for Restoring Ambulation after Amputation of the Distal Aspect of the Tibia in a Dog. Vet Surg 37:322-327, 2008. 
  4. Damron TA; Leerapun T; Hugate RR; Shives TC; Sim FH: Does the Second Generation Intercalary Humeral Spacer Improve on the First? Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2008 Jun; 466(6):1309-17. 
  5. Leerapun T; Hugate RR; Inwards CY; Sculley SP; Sim FH: Surgical Management of Conventional Grade I Chondrosarcoma of Long bones. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2007. Oct; 463: 166-72. 
  6. Pradhan A; Cheung YC; Grimer RJ; Abudu A; Peake D; Ferguson PC; Griffin AM; Wunder JS; O’sullivan B; Hugate RR; Sim FH: Does the Method of Treatment Effect the Outcome in Soft Tissue Sarcomas of the Adductor Compartment? J Bone Joint Surg Br. 2006 Nov; 88(11): 1480-6. 
  7. Hsu JT; Chang CH; An KN; Zobitz ME; Phimolsarnti R; Hugate RR; Lai KA: Effects of Screw Eccentricity on the Initial Stability of the Acetabular Cup. Int Orthop, Sept. 2006. 
  8. Hugate RR; Dickey ID; Phimolsamti R; Yaszemski M; Sim FH: Mechanical Effects of Partial Sacrectomy: When is Reconstruction Necessary? Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2006 450:82-8. 
  9. Hugate RR; O’Connor MI; Sim FH: Pelvic tumors. In Puri A, Agarwal MG (eds): Current Concepts in Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors [Chapter 18]. Arihant Book House, Parel, Mumbai, 2006, pp. 210-26. 
  10. Hugate RR; Sim FH: Pelvic reconstruction techniques. Orthop Clin North Am 37:85-99, 2006. 
  11. Dickey ID; Hugate RR; Fuchs B;Yaszemski M; Sim FH: Reconstruction After Total Sacrectomy: Early Experience with a New Surgical Technique. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 438:42-50, 2005. 
  12. Hugate RR; Sim F: Innovations in musculoskeletal oncology: 2004. J Orthop Sci.10:331-40, 2005. 
  13. Hugate RR; Pennypacker J; Saunders M; Juliano P: The Effects of Intratendinous and Retrocalcaneal Intrabursal Injections of Corticosteroid on the Biomechanical Properties of Rabbit Achilles Tendons. J Bone Joint Surg 86A:794-801, 2004. 
  14. Fayyazi AH; Hugate RR; Pennypacker J; Gelb DE; Ludwig SC: Accuracy of Computed Tomography in Assessing Thoracic Pedicle Screw Malposition. J Spinal Disord Tech 17:367-371, 2004. 
  15. Hugate RR; Sim FH; and Scully SP: Osseous Lesions of the Pre-Sacral Space. Sem Colon Rectal Surg 15: 41-54, 2004. 
  16. Hugate RR; Pellegrini VD Jr: Reactivation of Ancient Tuberculous Arthritis of the Hip Following Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Case Report. J Bone Joint Surg 84A:101-105, 2002.

Presentations

  1. “What Does the Future Hold for the Leg Amputee?” Life Care Centers Annual PT Conference. Aurora, Colorado. June 2010.
  2. “Orthopedic Surgical Relief Mission to Haiti” Grand Rounds. Presbyterian/Saint Luke’s Hospital. Denver Colorado. May 2010.
  3. “What Does the Future Hold for the Leg Amputee?” First Annual Colonel Anthony Ballard, MD Memorial Conference – Lower Extremity Amputation. Denver, Colorado. October 3, 2009
  4. “Reconstructive Surgery for the Arm Amputee” Skills for Life Upper Extremity Limb Loss Workshop. Denver, Colorado October 10, 2008
  5. “What’s New in Orthopedic Oncology?” Colorado Society of Radiologic Technologists Annual meeting. Denver Colorado. November 2008.
  6. “Advances in the Management of Shoulder Tumors” The Rocky Mountain Shoulder and Elbow Society. Boulder, Colorado. July 20, 2007.
  7. “Foam Metal Materials” The Penn State Department of Orthopedics Grand Rounds. The Penn State College of Medicine. Hershey, Pennsylvania. August 2007.
  8. “Management of Metastatic Lesions” Annual Colorado Trauma Symposium, Hyatt Regency Tech Center. Denver, Colorado. March 16, 2007.
  9. “Prosthetic Infections” Annual Winter Conference, The Denver Clinic for Extremities at Risk. Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center. Denver, Colorado. December 4, 2006.
  10. “Fixed Angle Screws versus Standard Screws in Acetabular Prosthesis Fixation: A Cadaveric Biomechanical Study” The Annual Meeting of the Western Orthopaedic Association. Santa Fe, New Mexico. October 11, 2006.
  11. “Management of Extremity Tumors: Avoiding Pitfalls” The Annual Winter Conference, The Denver Clinic for Extremities at Risk. Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center. Denver, Colorado. December 2, 2005.
  12. “The Biomechanical Consequences of Partial Transverse Sacrectomy: When is Reconstruction Necessary?” Musculoskeletal Tumor Society. Nashville, Tennessee. May 2005.
  13. “The Biomechanical Consequences of Partial Transverse Sacrectomy: When is Reconstruction Necessary?” Canadian Orthopaedic Assoc. Montreal, Canada. June 2005.
  14. “Surgical Management of Conventional Grade I Chondrosarcoma of Long Bones” American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Washington DC. February 2005.
  15. “Soft Tissue Attachment to Highly-porous Alumina Ceramic Foams: An in vivo Canine” Orthopaedic Research Society. Washington DC. February 2005.
  16. “Soft Tissue Attachment to Highly-porous Alumina Ceramic Foams: An in vivo Canine” Society for Biomaterials Annual Meeting. Memphis, Tennessee. April 2005.
  17. “Soft Tissue Attachment to Highly-porous Alumina Ceramic Foams: An in vivo Canine Study” Canadian Orthopaedic Association. Montreal, Canada. June 2005.
  18. “Biopsy Principles and Techniques” Saturday Morning Conference. Mayo Graduate School of Medicine. Rochester,Minnesota. August 2004.
  19. “Battlefield Orthopaedics” Hospital-wide Grand Rounds. Pennsylvania State College of Medicine. Hershey, Pennsylvania. May 2004.
  20. “In vivo Mouse Model of Chondrosarcoma Metastasis” [poster presentation] Orthopaedic Research Society. San Francisco, California. March 2004.
  21. “An Orthopaedic Surgeon’s Experience in Iraq” Annual CME Conference. 5502nd US Army Hospital. Denver, Colorado. March 2004.
  22. “A Comparison of the Effects of Intratendinous and Peritendinous Corticosteroid Injections on the Biomechanical Properties of Rabbit Achilles Tendon” American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. San Francisco, California. March 2004.
  23. “A Comparison of the Effects of Intratendinous and Peritendinous Corticosteroid Injections on the Biomechanical Properties of Rabbit Achilles Tendon” The Buchanon Lectures. Hershey, Pennsylvania. June 2003.
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