Dr. Stephen Annest, MD
Vascular Surgery*
45+ years of experience
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Dr. Stephen Annest, MD is a vascular surgeon in Denver, CO and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's. He is accepting new patients.
4.5 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (48 reviews)
Locations
The Vascular Institute of the Rockies
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Annest specializes in the area of Vascular Surgery. See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Practices at Top Hospital • Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
- Hospital Satisfaction • Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Annest's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Annest
4.5
48 ratings, 16 with a written review
| 5 star | 85% | 85% |
| 4 star | 2% | 2% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 13% | 13% |
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Very professional and caring.
The whole group working with Dr. Annest were very pleasant and most informative.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 10, 2020
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I have been seeing Dr. Stephen Annest for a couple years. Hes very understanding, outgoing and down to earth. Very professional bedside manners and explains to his patients as best as he can for there understanding whats going on. He works with some of the best Doctors and I know he whats his patients to enjoy there life again. So he does his best to get his patients feeling good again and back to there normal life. I would let Dr. Annest do a neither on me if necessary. Thanks Dr.Annest
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Feb 22, 2019
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A very close friend underwent surgery performed by Dr. Annest and had a very poor outcome and care. I would never recommend him for any of my friends or patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Feb 19, 2019
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Dr. Annest is truly an expert in Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. I had it bilaterally, and after being in severe pain for years and after years of physical therapy, he made it so I could lift my arms normally again. This may not sound like a big deal, until you aren’t able to do it. He is absolutely amazing and I highly recommend him and his staff.
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
10 others found this helpful
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Renae in Casper, WY – Nov 21, 2018
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From surgery to everyday care this Dr. Is a gem amongst ugle pebbles! Every surgeon I have met is arrogant and lacking social skills. Not Dr. Annest. I feel very fortunate to have had him on my care team the last 2 years.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Amanda Rudnicki in Denver, CO – Sep 11, 2018
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Dr. Annest has saved me. He was able to diagnose and treat my thoracic outlet syndrome. My neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome was wrongfully diagnosised and I was losing my youth to chronic pain. I’m so thankful for Dr. Annest doing the decompression surgery. I had read all about him and had no fear going into surgery. Now in just a month time my symptoms are 50% better and I no longer face a life of disability. New opportunities a wait me. I am an artist, a painter, He saved my art. Thank you.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Michelle cutler in DENVER Colorado – Feb 06, 2018
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The most professional provider I’ve ever seen in my lifetime, he has changed my life around.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Michael mougros in Colorado Springs – Feb 06, 2018
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An outstanding doctor. Direct and plain spoken. He listens to what you have to say. Dr. Annest is a genuine pleasure to deal with.
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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John Cleveland in Littleton, CO – Feb 06, 2018
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Dr. Annest is a skillful and sought after surgeon! He's very intelligent and thorough and has a ton of experience with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). His clinical appointments are limited to a day a week which can make things difficult sometimes. His staff is very busy so prompt responses are not always the norm. He can be preoccupied at times so you have to be direct with your line of questions, and don't be afraid to ask him repeat his thoughts/prognosis.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Billy in Denver – Nov 16, 2016
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Dr. Annest provides excellent care to all of his patients. He has the unique ability to describe complex medical definitions to his patients without leaving them confused.
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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Jerrad in Denver, CO – May 18, 2016
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I appreciate his time and knowledge
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
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Barbara in Denver, CO – May 18, 2016
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Thorough, friendly, caring, professional
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Wallace Schiele in Guernsey, WY – May 02, 2016
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Great doctor always caring and helpful he explains everything that you need to know the staff is also excellent would highly recommend.
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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Lucas in Pueblo, CO – Apr 12, 2016
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Great experience as always with Dr. Annest. He really cares for me and my issues and injuries. I am glad that I have him as a doctor. Having a great doctor means the world to me.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
2 others found this helpful
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Owen Kimberling in Gillette, Wyoming – Apr 06, 2016
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Dr. Annest and his staff are amazing! They always go the extra mile to make me feel valued as a patient.
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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Bryan Van Beek in Denver, CO – Apr 05, 2016
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Always professional, caring and extremely knowledgeable. Have been seeing him for over 15 years
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Pat in Denver, CO – Mar 29, 2016
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About Me
biography
Dr. Stephen Annest, MD is a vascular surgeon in Denver, CO and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's. He is accepting new patients.Vascular Surgery
Endovascular Surgery
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Baylor University Medical Center
Fellowship Hospital, 1982Albany Medical College
Residency Hospital, 1981Virginia Mason Clinic
Internship Hospital, 1976University Of Washington School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Vascular Surgery
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- Recipient of 10
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding 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
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
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