Meet Michael Horner, M.D.

Dr. Michael Horner is a board-certified physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation, interventional pain management, and electrodiagnostics. As a former Division I wrestler, he brings unique insight to working with athletes while helping all patients return to the activities they love, whether that’s playing with grandchildren or completing a triathlon.

Dr. Horner has specialized training in performing guided injections using x-ray or ultrasound for precise placement, as well as expertise in cellular treatments and electrodiagnostic testing. His osteopathic training provides additional expertise in manual therapy for the musculoskeletal system.

Dr. Horner takes a “whole person” approach to medicine, treating the entire person rather than just focusing on symptoms. This comprehensive philosophy allows him to address not only immediate pain concerns but also underlying factors that contribute to a patient’s condition, helping achieve lasting improvements in function and quality of life.

When not working, Dr. Horner enjoys outdoor activities including hiking, skiing, kayaking, camping, and running, as well as indoor pursuits like working out and playing racquetball, and he enjoys traveling and spending time with his wife and son.

Education/Training

Undergraduate

  • Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 1998-2002
  • Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology

Medical School

  • Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA 2003-2007

Residency

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Michigan State University, Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, MI 2008-2011
  • Chief Resident, 2010–2011

Fellowship

  • Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Michigan State University, Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, MI 2011-2012
  • Interventional Ultrasound Preceptorship, Marko Bodor MD, Napa, CA 2012
  • Interventional Pain Management, Michigan State University, Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, MI 2012-2013

Honors & Memberships

  • Healthgrades: Ranked in 100th Percentile for Colorado and 99th Percentile Nationally
  • 5280 Magazine Top Doctor
  • Active Staff, OrthoColorado Hospital and St. Anthony’s Hospital
  • American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine
  • American Osteopathic Association
  • American Osteopathic College of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
  • International Spine Intervention Society

Certifications

  • Board Certified, American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Board Certified, American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine

Quick Facts

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Expertise

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Interventional Pain Management
  • Electrodiagnostic Medicine (EMG)
  • Regenerative Medicine
  • Non-operative spine care

Locations

Recognition

Working with Dr. Horner

Meet Dr. Horner

Dr. Horner's Reviews

Resources

VIDEO

Tennis Elbow – What You Can Do at Home

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Electromyography

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Injection Educational Handout