Dr. Edward V Colapinto M.D.
Neurosurgeon
2045 Franklin St Denver CO, 80205About
Dr. Edward Colapinto practices Neurological Surgery in Denver, CO. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Colapinto prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Univ of Toronto, Fac of Med, Toronto, Ont, Canada 1982
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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