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Meet Charles A. Gottlob, MD

Dr. Charles Gottlob is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and president of Panorama Orthopedic and Spine Center, specializing in sports medicine, arthroscopy, and reconstructive surgery of the knee and shoulder. His expertise encompasses comprehensive care for athletes of all levels, from weekend warriors to professional competitors.

Dr. Gottlob has particular expertise in shoulder replacement surgery, having performed thousands of total shoulder replacement procedures throughout his career. He combines his extensive sports medicine practice with advanced shoulder reconstruction techniques, offering patients both non-surgical and surgical treatment options tailored to their specific needs and activity goals.

His patient care approach emphasizes getting athletes back to their sport safely and effectively, drawing from his extensive experience as a team physician for professional sports teams and his current role serving the University of Denver and Colorado School of Mines athletic departments. Dr. Gottlob stays at the forefront of orthopedic sports medicine through continued research, publishing, and lecturing on current advancements in the field.

His commitment to advancing the field is demonstrated through his ongoing contributions to medical literature and education within the orthopedic community.

Education/Training

Undergraduate

  • University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 1982-1985
  • Bachelor of Science, Psychology, with High Distinction

Medical School

  • UCLA School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA 1986-1990

Residency

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL 1990-1995

Fellowship

  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, The Hughston Clinic, Columbus, GA 1995-1996

Honors & Memberships

  • 5280 Top Doc (2023, 2024)
  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor
  • Team physician: University of Denver, Colorado School of Mines, Evergreen High School, Regis University, Jefferson County High School
  • Former head team physician: Chicago Wolves (AHL, 1996–2001), Hubbard Street Dance Company (1998–2001)
  • Former orthopedic consultant: Chicago Blackhawks (NHL, 1998–2001), Chicago Bears (NFL, 2000–2001)
  • President, Panorama Orthopedic and Spine Center
  • Co-Director, Sports Medicine Fellowship Program, Panorama Orthopedics
  • OrthoColorado Hospital Board Member
  • UMP National Board Member
  • Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified

Quick Facts

Charles A. Gottlob, MD Quick Facts

Dr. Charles A. Gottlob, MD — sports medicine orthopedic surgeon at Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center

Specialties

ShoulderKneeJoint ReplacementSports Medicine

Expertise

  • Arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee
  • Shoulder replacement surgery (primary, revision, reverse)
  • Reconstructive surgery
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Locations

Golden

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Working with Dr. Gottlob

Molly Bryan, PA-C

Molly Bryan, PA-C

Golden

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Brian Morgan, PA-C

Brian Morgan, PA-C

Golden  -  Highlands Ranch

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Dr. Gottlob's Reviews

Chris Wilson
October 6, 2026

I really liked seeing Dr. Gottlob. I feel like he understands me very well. He definitely understands what I’m going through with my shoulder. And was very reassuring with our plan to heal up. Especially since he’s been through the same injury. I hi…

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Charles Housam
October 4, 2026

Great skill. Great team. Great support. And I can throw overhand after 15 years

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Teri Ess
October 3, 2026

Unfortunately I’ve had two rotator cuff repairs and a reverse shoulder replacement. FORTUNATELY, I was lucky to have Dr Gottlob as my surgeon. Not only a terrific Dr, but also a doctor that genuinely cares about his patients. I would not hesitate in…

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Kimberly Hawkins
September 25, 2026

Dr. Gottlob was great! I appreciated the way he explained the injuries I had in my shoulder, and gave me a plan for moving forward. Extremely professional, knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend him to anyone who has shoulder problems.

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Cheri Houser
September 24, 2026

Dr Gottlob is extremely caring and he's an outstanding surgeon!

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Teri Castillo
September 17, 2026

I found Dr. Gottlob to be very friendly. I knew two people he performed surgery on and both referred me to him.

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Resources

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Shoulder Replacement Guidebook

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