Yuri Rothbaum, PA-C
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Physician Assistant with over 27 years in diverse medical settings, including internal and family medicine, emergency care, critical care, orthopedics and trauma. Expertise includes routine and complex patient management, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care in all situations. A strong advocate for patients, committed to delivering exceptional healthcare while fostering trust and understanding in the patient-provider relationship. A passion for continuous learning and professional development drives a proactive approach to staying current with medical advancements and best practices.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
UCHealth - Parkview Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Assist in pre-operative assessments and develop patient care plans.
- Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons to facilitate surgical procedures and postoperative care.
- Educate patients on rehabilitation protocols and recovery expectations post-surgery.
- Conduct physical examinations, document findings for treatment planning.
- Assist in complex surgical procedures for improved patient outcomes.
Emergency Physician Assistant
US Acute Care Solutions-Front Range Emergency Specialists
07.2018 - 12.2023
- Emergency patient evaluation/treatment/management
- Observation unit
- Penrose and St. Francis Emergency Department
- St. Thomas Moore Hospital
- St Mary Corwin Hospital
Urgent Care Physician Assistant
Urgent Care - Southern Colorado Clinic
04.2016 - 01.2020
- Urgent Care
- Acute ambulatory patient care.
Emergency Physician Assistant
Southern Colorado Emergency Specialists
11.2002 - 06.2018
- Emergent patient evaluation/treatment/management
- Serve as preceptor to students for EM training
- St. Mary Corwin Emergency Department
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
Southern Colorado Family Medicine
06.2001 - 03.2003
- Primary care family medicine. Large indigent population.
- Acute and chronic ambulatory patient care.
Chief of Ancillary Services
Rota Health Center/Commonwealth of Northern Marianas Islands
12.1999 - 03.2001
- Ambulatory, emergent, and inpatient care.
- I developed and managed a computer based diabetes/chronic disease monitoring system
Internal Medicine Physician Assistant
Horsetooth Internal Medicine
1988 - 1999
- Coordinate, initiated, and treated patient.
Biomedical Contour Tracer
Biographics/Visible Productions Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Developed very accurate anatomical computer models for patient education, medical training, and research.
Education
Physician Assistant Certification -
University of Utah School of Medicine/PA Program
SLC, UT01.1998
BS - Biological Science/Anatomy & Neurobiology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO01.1995
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Physical examination and detailed patient histories
- Fracture management
- Pain management strategies
- joint injection and aspiration
- interpreting X-rays, MRIs, and other imaging
- Experience assisting with orthopedic surgeries in trauma and total joint arthroplasty
- Skilled in analyzing patient needs and problems and developing effective treatment plans
Affiliations
- Member of Physician Assistants Orthopedics Surgery Inc.
- Member of American Academy of Physician Assistants
Certification
- Board Certified by the NCCPA with special recognition in Surgery
- Licensed Physician Assistant in Colorado and in the CNMI
- Successful completion of Fundamental Critical Care Support Course by the Society of Critical Care Medicine 2003-11-18
- ACLS
- ATLS
- BLS
Hobbies and Interests
Born 1972. Married with two boys. I love the outdoors, mountain biking, skiing, fishing and camping. I am a creative and motivated person who enjoys a challenging position. I work well and communicate well with my patients and co-workers. I know my limitations.
Timeline
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
UCHealth - Parkview Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Emergency Physician Assistant
US Acute Care Solutions-Front Range Emergency Specialists
07.2018 - 12.2023
Urgent Care Physician Assistant
Urgent Care - Southern Colorado Clinic
04.2016 - 01.2020
Emergency Physician Assistant
Southern Colorado Emergency Specialists
11.2002 - 06.2018
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
Southern Colorado Family Medicine
06.2001 - 03.2003
Chief of Ancillary Services
Rota Health Center/Commonwealth of Northern Marianas Islands
12.1999 - 03.2001
Biomedical Contour Tracer
Biographics/Visible Productions Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1996
BS - Biological Science/Anatomy & Neurobiology
Colorado State University
Internal Medicine Physician Assistant
Horsetooth Internal Medicine
1988 - 1999
Physician Assistant Certification -
University of Utah School of Medicine/PA Program
Similar Profiles
Laura HerreraLaura Herrera
Patient Care Assistant at UCHealth Parkview Medical CenterPatient Care Assistant at UCHealth Parkview Medical Center
Julia KnappJulia Knapp
RN, Emergency Department at UCHealth Parkview Medical CenterRN, Emergency Department at UCHealth Parkview Medical Center
Funmilayo OludiranFunmilayo Oludiran
Resident Physician, Internal Medicine at UChealth Parkview Medical CenterResident Physician, Internal Medicine at UChealth Parkview Medical Center
Kylie LacerteKylie Lacerte
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant at The Brooklyn HospitalOrthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant at The Brooklyn Hospital
Luis HernandezLuis Hernandez
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant at Tulsa Bone and JointOrthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant at Tulsa Bone and Joint