WE ASSEMBLED THE BEST
UNDERGRADUATE SCHOOL
BA, St. Olaf College
MEDICAL SCHOOL
University of Minnesota
RESIDENCY
University of Texas, San Antonio
FELLOWSHIP(S)
Sports Medicine- Sydney, Australia
Dr. Mark S. Failinger, MD is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, through the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and is also a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He specializes in sports medicine, with a special interest in knee and shoulder disorders, arthroscopic surgery and general orthopedics at Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists in Denver and Parker, Colorado.
Dr. Failinger works with his patients to develop a treatment plan that utilizes both non-surgical and if needed, surgical alternatives. While he treats a variety of musculoskeletal injuries and problems, his chief interests lie in the disorders of the knee and shoulder.
If surgery is necessary, Dr. Failinger believes in an evidence-based and multidisciplinary approach to the treatment and recovery of each patient. His compassion, dedication, knowledge, and ability to explain each phase of injury and recovery are what make him extraordinary.
Dr. Failinger graduated from St. Olaf College and received his medical degree from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Failinger is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Denver Medical Society and the Clinical Orthopaedic Society. Dr. Failinger has served as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Hospital in Denver.
Please review Dr. Failinger’s list of credentials and contact our practice for more information or to make an appointment at (303) 344-9090.


Lowry
HOURS
M-F, 7am-5pm
Lincoln
HOURS
M-F, 7am-5pm
Board Certifications
- Board Certified Orthopedics American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Clinical Focus
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Stabilization Surgery
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Knee and Shoulder Replacement
- Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement

Dr. Failinger enjoys travel around the world when he isn't providing patients with care.
Fun Facts
Dr. Failinger is also big into sports and can be found hiking throughout Colorado.

Dr. Failinger has an affinity for antique John Deere tractors!
Your doctor is more than just a person performing your surgery. They’re committed to providing treatment that accounts for your whole-body wellness, which is why they start most visits by getting to know you, beyond just your pain points. Here are a few of the skills, hobbies, and interests that keep them busy when they aren’t tending to your health!
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