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Care Philosophy: I am honored to help my patients plan and grow their families and to support them throughout their lives. I work in partnership with my patients and other specialists to help them make meaningful choices in contraception, gynecologic, obstetric and surgical care through shared-decision making.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Leman believes in partnering with her patients by providing education, treatment options and recommendations to help them make informed healthcare decisions. She believes in creating lasting relationships with her patients, seeing them through all stages of life.

Care Philosophy: Our providers take pride in treating patients in a timely, personable, and compassionate manner.

Care Philosophy: I want to give each patient the best care possible, listening and understanding her unique circumstances and addressing her entire wellbeing. I understand that visiting an OB/GYN is a vulnerable experience and I work to ensure my patients feel comfortable and secure during their visits.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Ledgerwood strives for patient advocacy, doctor accessibility and personal patient relationships.

Biography: Dr. Heidi Oster, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Lone Tree, CO. She is 64 years old and has been practicing for 37 years. Dr. Heidi Oster, MD is affiliated with HCA HealthONE SKY Ridge.

Care Philosophy: I was compelled to become an Ob/Gyn in medical school when I realized I could combine the challenge and skill of being a surgeon, with the ability to get to know my patients beyond more than a just a few visits. It is truly a blessing to walk with patients through some of the most thrilling, and conversely, some of the most challenging seasons of their lives.

Care Philosophy: As a former high school teacher, Dr. Alger has always enjoyed working with people, problem solving, teaching, and helping those in need. He fell in love with Urology because it affords him the opportunity to form close, long-term relationships with his patients and provide innovative and effective treatments that often dramatically improve patient quality of life.When he is not at work, Dr. Alger enjoys being outdoors with his wife and two children hiking, playing numerous sports, and identifying birds and wild mushrooms. He also enjoys music, travel, and appreciating international cultures and cuisines.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Ulmer is honored to walk alongside her patients at all stages of life, striving to provide the highest quality care and exceptional support for all women's health care needs.

Care Philosophy: Our mission at Aguirre Specialty Care is to create a partnership with you and to address your concerns and pursue treatment options that will enable you to live free from the limitations brought on by your urogynecological and cosmetic conditions. This mission is something I take great pride in. I encourage my patients to ask me questions and do research. I want them to know the ins and outs of every procedure they are interested in. And my team and I are here to help every step of the way.

Biography: Dr. Snyder has been with WHCA since 1995, after practicing for a short time in Greeley, CO. She completed medical school and her residency at Southern Illinois University in Springfield, IL in 1992. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry and biology from Greenville College graduating Summa Cum Laude. She is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Snyder enjoys all aspects of obstetrics and gynecology. Her special interests include minimally invasive surgery, adolescent gynecology and hormone therapy. In her free time, Dr. Snyder enjoys spending time with her family. She is married with two children, three stepchildren and a new grandson! She also enjoys running, Pilates, gardening and travel.

Biography: Dr. Suzanne B. Merrill is a board-certified urologist who is fellowship trained in Urologic Oncology. She specializes in the treatment of all primary and recurrent cancers of the urinary tract, including bladder, upper tract/urothelial, kidney, prostate, testicular, adrenal, and penile cancer. Dr. Merrill utilizes numerous surgical techniques to offer her patients more individualized care. She also provides her patients with top-of-class treatment options, incorporating novel medical/surgical therapies and clinical trial opportunities when appropriate. Dr. Merrill completed her bachelor's degree with summa cum laude honors at The University of Delaware and obtained her Medical Doctorate at The University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill School of Medicine. She completed her residency at Duke University, followed by a Society of Urologic Oncology fellowship at The Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. While at the Mayo Clinic, she also received a certificate in Translational Research. Dr. Merrill has received numerous awards for her accomplishments and leadership including being named the American Urological Association Young Urologist of the Year in 2020, followed by her induction into the American Urological Association Leadership Program in 2020. Prior to joining Colorado Urology, she was an Associate Professor of Urologic Oncology and Residency Program Director at Penn State Hershey Medical Center in Pennsylvania, where she was recognized with awards for her outstanding faculty leadership and mentorship, as well as humanism and professionalism in surgery. Throughout her career, Dr. Merrill has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and been invited to speak at national society meetings regarding Oncology, research, and education. She is a faculty member for the American Urological Association Oral Board Review and Life Long Learning courses, which help urologists obtain and maintain their board certification status. Dr. Merrill is a member of the Society of Urologic Oncology, the American Urological Association, the American College of Surgeons, the Society of Women in Urology and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.

Biography: Dr. Eric Gourley joined Colorado Urology in September 2020 after completing his surgery internship and urology residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio TX. He completed his Doctor of Medicine degree at the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Kansas City, KS. Prior to medical school, Dr. Gourley was a practicing pharmacist from 2010 through 2015 in Lebo and Wichita, KS and Nashville, TN. He completed his Doctorate of Pharmacy degree at the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy in Lawrence, KS, and his pharmacy practice residency at the VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System in Nashville, TN. Dr. Gourley's research experience covers studies related to radical vs. partial nephrectomy in renal cell carcinoma, robot-assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy, renal angiosarcoma, undescended testicle complicated by torsion and several pharmaceutical studies. In 2018, Dr. Gourley received the UTHSCSA Resident Endoscopic Excellence Award, which recognizes outstanding achievement and performance in endoscopy. He is a member of the American Urological Association, the Texas Urological Association, the American Medical Association and the American College of Physicians.