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Dr. Ernest Braxton
Vail Summit Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery, Back, Spine
Edwards, Frisco, Vail
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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5.0
162 Ratings
85 Comments
Dr. Ernest Braxton is a Board-Certified neurosurgeon specializing in complex spine, minimally invasive outpatient spine surgery, artificial disc technology and sports related neurotrauma. . He completed medical school at the University of Pennsylvania and residency at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburg and completed his residency in Neurosurgery, Allegheny General Hospital as well.
5.0
162 Ratings
85 Comments
Dr. Ernest Braxton is a Board-Certified neurosurgeon specializing in complex spine, minimally invasive outpatient spine surgery, artificial disc technology and sports related neurotrauma. . He completed medical school at the University of Pennsylvania and residency at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburg and completed his residency in Neurosurgery, Allegheny General Hospital as well.
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Vail
108 S Frontage Rd W
Suite 2700
Vail, CO 81657
Suite 2700
Vail, CO 81657
Frisco
360 Peak One Drive
Suite 180
Frisco, CO 80443
Suite 180
Frisco, CO 80443
Edwards
1140 Edwards Village Blvd
Suite B-105
Edwards, CO 81632
Suite B-105
Edwards, CO 81632
Dr. Ernest Braxton is a Board-Certified neurosurgeon specializing in complex spine, minimally invasive outpatient spine surgery, artificial disc technology and sports related neurotrauma. He first fell in love with the Rocky Mountains while studying at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
He completed medical school at the University of Pennsylvania and residency at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. While in Pittsburgh, he earned his MBA from the Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University (MBA) and rang the opening bell at the NASDAQ for his accomplishments in the field of entrepreneurship.
Before joining Vail Summit Orthopedics he was the Chief of Neurosurgery at San Antonio Military Medical Center (SAMMC). SAMMC is the Department of Defense’s largest medical treatment facility and has the highest acuity and volume of any hospital in our military health system. During his military service he was the Theater Neurosurgeon In Charge while deployed in Afghanistan where he contributed to the 96% survivability rate for incoming wounded. While working in a combat zone he acquired extensive experience with blast and traumatic brain injuries, as well as complex spinal fractures resulting from high-energy improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
Dr. Braxton is passionate about minimally invasive spine surgery because patients return to performance faster. He is Clinical Professor of Surgery at University Health Science Center in San Antonio (UHTSA) and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications. When out of the OR, he is a champion for the prevention and management of brain injury and concussion.
During his free time, Dr. Braxton enjoys spending time with friends and family, and outdoor activities, including skiing and biking.
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Very professional, explained everything in great detail and answered all questions we had
Felt confident about our plan in place on next steps. Dr Braxton was kind, sensitive, and realistic about short and long term goals and options. I always feel more relaxed when speaking with him. Funny enough, I am learning more people in my network have had surgery by him and have nothing but 100% happiness and success from his care and surgery.
So happy I found this excellent neurosurgeon. I would recommend him to anyone.
Dr Braxton is a world class top surgeon. He did a complex multi level motion preserving surgery around an existing fusion. LIFE CHANGING! I had been a Steadman patient for decades but for the spine- I HIGHLY recommend Braxton over all the others. He is meticulous, and executes with precision. I’m only 2 days out from surgery and already feel the difference in my cervical spine. I cannot begin to express the gratitude I have for Dr Braxton saving my life and getting my back to LIVING with my family!
Great doctor. Able to take very complex ideas and break them down to a levle
Simply personable, knowledgeable and helpful.
It is comforting to have a skilled compassionate doctor. He is thorough and truly cares. He doesn’t rush the visit and provides such good information about recovery and next steps.
Warm caring person who took the extra time to explain all my options during a difficult time in my life
Amazing surgeon, amazing team!
He takes the time to make sure you understand all the details concerning the surgery. I feel very confident that I’m in good hands.