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.
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He is the best!!!!
Jul-2025
He's terrific.
Jul-2025
Dr. Patterson listened to my questions, paused to investigate my history, and provided clear answers to me. He has always had a pleasant manner about him and has always impressed me as being most competent.
Jun-2025
Love this doctor
Jun-2025
Fantastic experience, was great at explaining what was going on with my condition. Worked quickly to remove it, as to cause me the least amount of pain.
Jun-2025
Dr. Patterson was very professional and kind. I also appreciated the kindness of his staff. Thanks so much!!
Jun-2025
Excellent care
Jun-2025
Dr. Patterson was great. Very personable and provided very helpful information about the options for cataract treatment.
Jun-2025
Awesome … as always!
THANKS
Jun-2025
Gone to him for years! He is very knowledgeable and has a great demeanor!!
Jun-2025
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Denver
3801 E Florida Ave Suite 720 Denver, CO 80210
Lakewood
11750 W 2nd Pl #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.
He is the best!!!!
He's terrific.
Dr. Patterson listened to my questions, paused to investigate my history, and provided clear answers to me. He has always had a pleasant manner about him and has always impressed me as being most competent.
Love this doctor
Fantastic experience, was great at explaining what was going on with my condition. Worked quickly to remove it, as to cause me the least amount of pain.
Dr. Patterson was very professional and kind. I also appreciated the kindness of his staff. Thanks so much!!
Excellent care
Dr. Patterson was great. Very personable and provided very helpful information about the options for cataract treatment.
Awesome … as always! THANKS
Gone to him for years! He is very knowledgeable and has a great demeanor!!