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Dr. Craig Clear, MD

Dr. Craig Clear, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Craig Clear, MD is a general surgeon in Fort Collins, CO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Colorado At Denver in 1992. He is affiliated with Poudre Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

2121 E Harmony Rd Unit 250 Fort Collins, CO 80528

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Dr. Clear's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Clear

3.9
11 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Excellent Surgeon
I recently had major surgery performed by Dr. Clear. He explained in detail the surgical procedure and what to expect before, during and following surgery. He answered all my questions and instructed to contact him at any time. While in the hospital, Dr. Clear visited me each day to evaluate my progress and answer questions. I am a medical professional and have high expectations for medical standards of care. Dr. Clear far exceeded all expectations both professionally and personally! He is highly talented in his field and I highly recommend Dr. Clear. I also want to commend Glen, who has excellent nursing skills.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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J Thomas – Sep 23, 2023
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I had Dr. Clear for removal of a very large mass in my colon. He was excellent start to finish. At my 1st visit, he took a lot of time to explain the problem and procedure, gave me a brochure, answered all questions. He never rushed. He is very pleasant. Same for his office. His surgery must have been excellent because I had minimal pain, great recovery, and almost no tiny scarring. Great follow up. I highly recommend and find it hard why anyone gave him 1 star. This was my 1st experience with Dr. Clear.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Colorado – Apr 30, 2021
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I went in for a Port implant for my upcoming chemotherapy for breast cancer. Dr Clear had ZERO bedside manner and I felt like I was just a body on a conveyer system. The nurses were exceptional!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Mar 13, 2021
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Excellent. That is how I would summarize Dr. Clear. This was my second hernia surgery with him over a 10 year period. Both times, Dr Clear and his staff did a tremendous job. I would recommend him to anyone needing surgery. He is very good at what he does. Surgery pains were less than most people would describe on the 'internet'. His office and surgery center are clean, comfortable and nurses very on top of it. I have no idea how this guy isnt a 5/5 on these reviews. I truly believe there's no one better in Northern Colorado. He is a top tier surgeon and you can be comfortable proceeding as such.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jason Licthestein – Jan 17, 2020
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Horrible
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 11, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Craig Clear received his medical degree with honors from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center School of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver. Dr. Clear's focus within general surgery...read more
  • General Surgery

  • Vascular Surgery

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  • Exempla St Joseph Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993
  • St Joseph Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993
  • University Of Colorado At Denver

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Kinzie Counseling PLLC2121 E Harmony Rd Unit 250 Fort Collins, CO 80528
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Practice

Poudre Valley Hospital Laboratory1024 S Lemay Ave Fort Collins, CO 80524
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Poudre Valley Hospital

    1024 S Lemay Ave
    Fort Collins, CO 80524
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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