Meet Roger E. Murken, MD

Roger E. Murken, MD is a board-certified Denver orthopedic surgeon. After his training to be an orthopedic surgeon he went on to complete additional sub-speciality training in foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Murken specializes in adult and pediatric general orthopedics, sports medicine, traumatic fractures, and is highly specialized in disorders of the foot and ankle.

Dr. Murken believes, “A patient’s needs should be met through a detailed evaluation and treatment plan that is designed to help him or her achieve and maintain an active lifestyle while minimizing pain. Although surgery is sometimes necessary, many orthopedic injuries can be treated without surgery. I will use my knowledge and training to provide leading-edge medical care with traditional treatment methods.”

Dr. Murken enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, snowboarding, downhill skiing, flyfishing, mountain biking and distance running

 

Education/Training

Undergraduate

  • San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 1993-1997

Medical School

  • University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO 1997-2001

Residency

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO 2001-2006

Fellowship

  • Harbor/UCLA and Balance Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center, Long Beach, CA 2006-2007
  • Foot and Ankle Surgery

Honors & Memberships

  • 5280 Top Doc
  • University of Colorado Award for Outstanding Medical Student Teacher

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified

Quick Facts

Roger E. Murken, MD Quick Facts

Expertise

  • Minimally invasive techniques
  • Limb preservation
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Locations

Recognition

Dr. Murken's Reviews

James Carder
July 26, 2026

Dr.Murken is the best! I'm very happy with my ankle replacement 3 years ago

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Kim Brust
July 22, 2026

Love that he spent the time needed with my daughter and didn’t rush through the appointment

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Darrell Filmore
July 22, 2026

I’ve been seen by Dr. Roger Murken since 2017 and he is a top notch doctor with compassion and concern for his patients. He’s one of the best doctors that has provided me medical attention I highly recommend him.

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Paul brungardt
July 21, 2026

Personal physician Great evalusaton, honest appraisal of my condition. Imagine being told I DIDN'T need surgery by a surgeon ..

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Deb Fothergill
July 2, 2026

Dr. Murken took the time to listen to all of my concerns and explained things in a way that was easy to understand. I never felt rushed during my visit. The office staff was friendly, welcoming, and professional. I would highly recommend Dr. Murken f…

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Lori Baird
July 1, 2026

I had an excellent experience with Dr. Murken after spraining my ankle. He took the time to thoroughly evaluate my injury. Dr. Murken is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and someone I immediately trusted. He explained my diagnosis and treatme…

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Resources

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Dr Murken – Tendon Reconstruction with Calcaneal Osteotomy Surgery

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Dr Murken – Tendon Reconstruction Surgery

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Dr Murken – Subtalar Arthroscopy Postoperative Guidelines