Dr. Austin Chen, M.D. is a board-certified, dual-fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in sports medicine surgery as well as comprehensive surgery of the hip. Dr. Chen received his medical degree and orthopedic surgery residency training from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, He then completed a sports medicine fellowship at Taos Orthopaedic Institute.
Dr. Austin Chen, M.D. is a board-certified, dual-fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in sports medicine surgery as well as comprehensive surgery of the hip. Dr. Chen received his medical degree and orthopedic surgery residency training from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, He then completed a sports medicine fellowship at Taos Orthopaedic Institute.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Boulder Centre for Orthopedics and Spine through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Very personable and I felt like he was listening to what I was saying.
Jul-2025
Wonderful doctor, gifted surgeon and kind bedside manner. My surgery was a life changing event thanks to Dr Chen!
Jul-2025
Dr Chen is simply marrvelous!
Jul-2025
Dr Chen and Heather were amazing. Dr Chen was very compassionate and gave me the knowledge I needed to make an educated decision.
Jul-2025
Nice and explained everything clearly.
Jul-2025
Dr Chen is the epitome of professionalism, expertise and customer care! I recommend him, and his superior support staff, for any orthopedic needs one might have!
Sincerely,
Erik Martin
Jul-2025
Best doctor!
Jul-2025
The best!
Jul-2025
Very professional and friendly, could not ask for a better visit! Will return to see him!
Jul-2025
Not only an excellent surgeon, but a caring and engaging person.
Jul-2025
Read More
Main Office
4740 Pearl Parkway, Suite 200 Boulder, CO 80301
Dr. Austin Chen, M.D. is a board-certified, dual-fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in sports medicine surgery as well as comprehensive surgery of the hip, including labral tear injuries, hip preservation, hip arthroscopy, and hip replacement/reconstruction. Dr. Chen joined BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine in 2017 and sees patients at our Boulder location.
As an orthopedic hip surgeon, Dr. Chen’s focus is on the treatment of hip pain and injuries, such as labral tears and femoroacetabular impingements (FAI). Having undergone extensive training, including a fellowship dedicated to hip arthroscopy and hip replacement, he is committed to offering his patients the highest level of hip care possible. In addition to being highly skilled in hip arthroscopy and hip preservation, he also subspecializes in the treatment of knee and shoulder injuries in athletes ranging from weekend warriors to professionals. Dr. Chen offers the most advanced and evidence-based treatments for rotator cuff tears and shoulder conditions, including the InSpaceTM implant procedure.
Dr. Chen is a US Ski & Snowboard Sports Medicine Physician and travels all over the world for Women's Alpine Skiing World Cup event coverage. He has authored or coauthored numerous research articles and book chapters in the field of hip and sports medicine surgery. He believes evidence/research-based medicine is the foundation of providing optimal patient care. He also believes in utilizing the most conservative and effective treatment options first, saving surgical options as a last resort.
Dr. Chen graduated from the University of Notre Dame with his Bachelor of Science degree in 2005. He received his medical degree and orthopedic surgery residency training from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago in 2010 and 2015, respectively. In 2016, Dr. Chen completed a sports medicine fellowship at Taos Orthopaedic Institute. Following his first fellowship, he underwent a comprehensive hip fellowship at the American Hip Institute in Chicago, Illinois, under the training of hip specialist and innovator Dr. Benjamin Domb. His second fellowship focused on hip arthroscopy as well as minimally invasive robotic hip replacement, hip resurfacing, and soft tissue repairs around the hip.
Very personable and I felt like he was listening to what I was saying.
Wonderful doctor, gifted surgeon and kind bedside manner. My surgery was a life changing event thanks to Dr Chen!
Dr Chen is simply marrvelous!
Dr Chen and Heather were amazing. Dr Chen was very compassionate and gave me the knowledge I needed to make an educated decision.
Nice and explained everything clearly.
Dr Chen is the epitome of professionalism, expertise and customer care! I recommend him, and his superior support staff, for any orthopedic needs one might have! Sincerely, Erik Martin
Best doctor!
The best!
Very professional and friendly, could not ask for a better visit! Will return to see him!
Not only an excellent surgeon, but a caring and engaging person.