Children's Colorado Orthopedic Care
Centennial
9094 E. Mineral Ave, Suite 110 Centennial, CO 80112Phone: 720-777-1310
Julie Wilson, MD
Pediatric Sports Medicine
Board Certified
Care Philosophy
I strive to provide patient-centered care supported by evidence-based medicine and shared decision-making, with a compassionate and developmentally appropriate perspective to pediatric and adolescent patients.
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.
Title(s)
Outreach Club Co-Medical Director, Concussion Program Co-Director, Orthopedics Co-Medical Director of Informatics, Sports Medicine Fellowship Faculty
Credentials
Doctor of Medicine
Specialty
Pediatrics, Pediatric Sports Medicine
Scheduling Phone Number
(720) 777-3899
Gender
Female
Languages
English, Spanish
Hospital Affiliation
Children's Hospital Colorado
Children's Colorado Outpatient Care at Uptown - Denver
Phone: 720-777-1360 720-777-1360
Provider Information
Specialties
- Pediatrics (2010,2020)
- Pediatric Sports Medicine (2011,2021)
Conditions
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Bones, Joints and Muscles
Knee Injuries and Disorders , Leg Injuries and Disorders , Shoulder Injuries and Disorders , Back Pain , Sprains and Strains , Fractures , Foot and Ankle Injuries and Disorders
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Brain and Nervous System
Treatments and Services
Interests and 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.
Department
Associate Professor, Orthopedics
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 Concussion in Sport Group, Member Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine (PRiSM), Member
Research and 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)
Cervical Spine Dysfunction Following Adolescent Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (2020)
Understanding How Sleep Health Affects Recovery from Adolescent Concussion (2022)
Modulating Exercise Dosage to Improve Concussion Rehabilitation: A Randomized Clinical Trial (R01HD108133).” Award Dates: 5/15/2022-3/31/2027 (2022)
Tele-Rehabilitation to Improve Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery and Reduce Subsequent Injury Risk (2022)
Multidimensional Sleep Health Intervention to Optimize Concussion Recovery: A Randomized Clinical Trial (2025)
Research Interests for Patients
My research interests include evaluating methods of facilitating recovery and reducing risk of injury after pediatric concussion.
Education and 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)
Information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
(720) 777-3899
Referring Patients Link
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.