Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery

02/27/2026

Compassionate care. Thoughtful solutions. Precision you can trust.

Dr. Gnirke and his care team are proud to provide patient centered orthopaedic care built on trust, expertise, and personalized treatment plans. We’re grateful to care for patients who value that partnership every step of the way.

Thank you for the kind words and for trusting Vail Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery with your care!

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02/11/2026

Neck pain is not just about aging. Insights from the spine team at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery show that everyday habits like posture, movement, and strength training play a major role in cervical degeneration. Learn how small lifestyle changes can help protect your neck, reduce pain, and keep you moving comfortably for years to come.

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02/05/2026

Wishing the best of luck to every athlete taking the stage at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics!

Years of hard work lead to this moment and we cannot wait to watch you chase your dreams!

01/28/2026

Meet Georgia!

Raised in Edwards and a former NCAA Division I national champion alpine skier, she brings both elite athletic experience and advanced clinical training to our team. After years in neurosurgery at Denver Health, Georgia is now back home caring for the community she grew up in and enjoying mountain life with her family.

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01/22/2026

Ski season brings incredible days on the mountain, but it also brings one of the most common lower leg injuries we see: tib fib fractures. Our specialists break down why these injuries happen so often in skiing, who is most at risk, and what skiers can do to protect themselves and get back to the activities they love safely.

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01/14/2026

Grateful for feedback like this!

At Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, exceptional care means more than outcomes. It means kindness, professionalism, and support at every step, from the first phone call to the operating room and beyond.

Thank you for trusting our team with your care!

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01/06/2026

Congratulations to Ernest Braxton, MD on the publication of Awake Spine Surgery, the first comprehensive textbook focused on spine surgery without general anesthesia.

Edited by Dr. Braxton of Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, this book represents a major collaborative effort and an important step forward in the evolving field of awake spine procedures.

Congratulations on a significant achievement, Dr. Braxton!

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After hundreds of hours of collaborative work, Awake Spine Surgery has been published as the first comprehensive textbook dedicated to the techniques, evidence, and multidisciplinary considerations of performing spine surgery without general anesthesia. Edited by...

12/31/2025

Wishing everyone a happy New Year from all of us at VSON! Thank you for being part of our community this past year. We look forward to supporting your health and movement in the year ahead.

As a friendly reminder, our offices will close at 12pm on New Year’s Eve and remain closed on New Year’s Day. We will resume normal operations on Friday, 1/2.

Cheers to a healthy and active New Year!

12/30/2025

Yesterday we recognized a special milestone at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery.

Dr. William Sterett wrapped up his final day in clinic alongside his longtime, trusted teammates Ryan Molzon, ATC and Jonathan Walker, PA-C. Together, this historic team set the standard for patient care, professionalism, and collaboration.

Thank you, Dr. Sterett, Ryan, and Jonathan, for the lasting impact you’ve made on our patients and our community.

12/23/2025

Wishing everyone a happy holiday season from all of us at VSON. We hope your week is filled with joy, connection, and plenty of time to recharge.

As a friendly reminder, our offices will close at 12pm on Christmas Eve and remain closed on Christmas Day. We will resume normal operations on Friday, 12/26.

Warmest holiday wishes from our entire team.

12/17/2025

In case you missed it: Dr. William Sterett is retiring at the end of the year. After more than three decades of caring for our community and leading on the world stage, his impact on sports medicine is immeasurable.

From 25 years with the U.S. Women’s Alpine Ski Team to five Olympic Games, Dr. Sterett has dedicated his career to keeping athletes and patients active, confident, and doing what they love.

“Caring for this community has been one of the greatest honors of my life.”

Please join us in thanking Dr. Sterett for his extraordinary service, leadership, and compassion.

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12/09/2025

In this video, Dr. Erik Dorf answers upper extremity sports medicine questions. From shoulders to elbows to wrists and hands, he offers clear, practical guidance to help you stay strong, confident, and active all season long.

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Shoulders, elbows, wrists, and hands represent some of the body's most difficult surgical environments. Packed with tiny nerves, blood vessels, and complicat...