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Patrick D. Rudersdorf, MD, FACS

Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Denver

Patrick Rudersdorf, M.D.Dr. Rudersdorf, a native of Omaha, NE, received his undergraduate degree from Creighton University and graduated with honors with a bachelor of science in Biology. He completed his medical school education at Creighton University School of Medicine. He matched into the general surgery training program at the University of California, Irvine. During his time at UC Irvine, Dr. Rudersdorf’s research focus was on cardiothoracic surgery; specifically trends and outcomes in cardiac surgery in the state of California. His work was presented at national and international meetings and is published in medical journals. Following his successful completion of general surgery residency, Dr. Rudersdorf received his cardiothoracic training at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), one of the nation’s top cardiothoracic surgery training programs. Dr. Rudersdorf was voted 2018 Top Doc by his peers.

When not at work, Dr. Rudersdorf enjoys spending time with his wife, a perinatologist physician, and his two sons. He enjoys running, golfing, skiing, and travel.

Patrick D. Rudersdorf, MD, FACS Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Denver