James Patterson, M.D.
Practice: Colorado Ophthalmology Associates
Specialty: Ophthalmology
Office locations: Denver, Lakewood
Dr. James Patterson, M.D. treats patients at both our Denver and Lakewood offices. He is a Denver native and lives in Genesee with his wife Ann and Yorkshire terrier “Eloise”. He graduated from Cherry Creek High School and spent one year living in Norway as an American Field Service exchange student. His undergraduate degree was from Brown University in 1976 and he completed medical school at the University of Colorado in 1981.
Dr. James Patterson, M.D. treats patients at both our Denver and Lakewood offices. He is a Denver native and lives in Genesee with his wife Ann and Yorkshire terrier “Eloise”. He graduated from Cherry Creek High School and spent one year living in Norway as an American Field Service exchange student. His undergraduate degree was from Brown University in 1976 and he completed medical school at the University of Colorado in 1981.
Denver
Suite 720
Denver, CO 80210
Lakewood
#235
Lakewood, CO 80228
Dr. James Patterson, M.D. treats patients at both our Denver and Lakewood offices. He is a Denver native and lives in Genesee with his wife Ann and Yorkshire terrier “Eloise”.
He graduated from Cherry Creek High School and spent one year living in Norway as an American Field Service exchange student. His undergraduate degree was from Brown University in 1976 and he completed medical school at the University of Colorado in 1981. After serving his medical internship year in Christchurch, New Zealand, he returned to the University of Colorado for a residency in Ophthalmology.
Upon finishing his residency Dr. Patterson joined Colorado Ophthalmology Associates as a comprehensive ophthalmologist specializing in cataract and refractive surgery. He has been performing LASIK and PRK surgery since the excimer laser was first approved in the United States in 1996. He is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and was an Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado for over 25 years. He is a member and past president of the Colorado Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Outside of his rewarding profession Dr. Patterson enjoys bicycling, skiing and spending time with his wife and their adult children and families.

Dr Patterson is doing the lords work. He is a wonderful and caring soul. I am so fortunate that he performed my first cataract procedure and before he begins the retirement chapter of his life he referred me to one of his associates to perform my next cataract procedure. To thank god every day for connecting us together. I love and adore that man!
He is the best!
Dr. Patterson was excellent. In every way. He professional, det
Dr Patterson has been an excellent eye care provider to me for over 30 years. He’s obviously extremely competent and he always takes time to explain specific issues, and answers questions thoroughly. And he is always friendly. Sorry to see him retire.
Above the rest in his field!!! He is so knowledgeable and relates to his patients in language we understand. Kind funny understanding professional....can not say enough great things about Doctor Patterson!!!!
Dr. Patterson has taken care of me for 25+ years. The most talented, knowledgeable and trusted surgeon I've ever had the pleasure of knowing.
Very professional, knowledgeable and was able to resolve my eye issues during my visit.
Very thorough and engaged with his patients as has always been the case. Once again detects issues and provides a remedy. This dr will be missed and not easily replaced!
Great
I will miss Dr. Patterson. He has provided my family with outstanding care for more than twenty years. Wishing him a healthy and happy retirement ❤️