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  • "Very personable and professional. Explain what's going on in plain everyday language."

    Angela Bonemeyer

  • "The best doctor I've been with for my wrists. Dr Griggs and his staff have changed my life in more ways than one. Thank you and can't wait for the next 20yrs of you helping me in life be able to enjoy my life with my hands not in pain and with as much motion as he has given me it makes a difference in every day life."

    C M, local guide

  • "Dr. Griggs is an awesome doctor! He is professional, kind, knowledgeable and caring. After breaking my elbow in a mountain biking accident he has helped give me the ability and confidence needed to return to my profession as a licensed massage therapist. I feel very fortunate to have had him work on me. Thanks Doc G."

    Cathy Amenta

  • "With the Boston Marathon just five days away, I couldn’t resist sending you a note of thanks for your help in enabling me to be ready to RUN BOSTON with a healed foot, a clear mind, a heart full of determination and gratitude!  You are truly part of “my team” now."

    Char Cooper

  • "I saw Dr. Griggs for an ankle issue. He was very thorough & interested in what I had to say about my injury; in addition to taking time to go over my MRI with me & making sure I understood what I was seeing. I highly recommend him & GO Orthopedics!!!"

    Cindy Morrison

  • "My shoulder is better than before I hurt it. Thanks guys!"

    Edward Cleary

  • "I broke 5 ribs and my left clavicle while skiing this past month and was advised to go to Dr. Griggs. He was genuine and professional and explained in detail the surgery required. Post the surgery his office followed up on my condition and his entire staff have been awesome. I’m well on my way to recovery! While I’m not happy about not skiing the rest of the season....couldn’t have been in better hands."

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  • "I recently took my son to Dr. Griggs for an injured wrist from hockey. Dr. Griggs asked him lots of questions, analyzed his wrist and then went as far as drawing pictures to explain what might be the culprit that is causing his discomfort. We then discussed the need for a cortizone-type of shot. Dr. Griggs was very patient waiting for my son to prepare to receive the shot and made him feel very relaxed throughout the process by telling him stories of pro football players he worked on, etc. The staff was very helpful and patient with my son taking extra time in the recovery room. I highly recommend Dr. Griggs for any type of orthopedic injury as his knowledge is unsurpassed!"

    Jana Barrett

  • "What a fantastic group of folks who really practice what they preach. I have not had the need for medical attention but when it happens it would seem silly to look elsewhere. They keep me inspired to continue to gO further on the bike then I thought I ever could."

    John Kowalsky

  • "Dr. Griggs and his team rock this valley. They support anything and everything, are sweet people, and love to gO play!"

    Molly Dillon

  • "Dr. Clifton operated on my daughter and me. She had a dislocated patella and I had multiple problems from failed surgeries on my injured hand from a motorcycle accident. She is four weeks post op and I am two and a half days. She is still in a brace for four more weeks and is healing well. My hand already feels so much better, better than it has in a year and a half. Dr. Clifton was quick to identify exactly what to do to help and then he performed the surgeries masterfully. We give him our highest rating."

    Nicolas Taylor

  • "Dr. Clifton is an exceptional physician and has such a great bedside manner as a bonus. He is very thorough and transparent when it comes to the different treatment options. I trust him whole-heartedly. His office staff and medical assistants demonstrate the same intentional kindness and thoughtfulness that Dr. Clifton does."

    Tim Parchinski

  • "Thanks to everyone and we won’t name everyone in case we leave someone out in all of your important parts of getting Tom’s leg put back together again! It looks good, but he is anxious to do more! Thanks!"

    Tom & Phyllis Popp

  • "I love gO Orthopedics. Dr. Griggs really listens and cares about his patients. He has fixed both my thumbs and my right hand and they are great now. I have heard good things about Dr. Clifton."

    Zelda Tibbens

It Matters Where you gO

From weekend warriors to professional athletes, everyone deserves the world-class care that gO Orthopedics offers. Our staff of renowned orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, and pediatric orthopedic specialists brings a comprehensive and cutting edge approach to each patient’s care. Consequently, the team of surgeons at gO has one goal: to deliver an unmatched level of excellence in orthopedics to every patient we see.

 

gO and Gunnison Valley Health have come together to offer so much more than simply orthopedics. As a result, we have built a comprehensive suite of programs designed to support every person to achieve optimal performance and thrive in life.

 

Our performance programs are run by experienced local providers who understand what it takes to thrive in the Gunnison Valley because they live in the Gunnison Valley. Therefore, you can rest easy knowing that your care team understands every detail of your procedure and healing. Above all, you won’t have to worry about getting a new provider up to speed at every follow-up visit.

 

We believe that everybody deserves to be treated as an Olympian and you can expect gold medal services every step of the way.

 

Care Designed for You

There should never be a one-size-fits-all approach to your care. In other words, we know that surgery isn’t always the right answer so we offer access to a deep pool of resources that support performance, injury prevention and recovery. For instance, we evaluate each person holistically and tailor a plan of care based on their abilities, goals and unique situation.

 

Unrivaled Safety

When it comes to your care, safety is our number one priority. The simple truth is that when it comes to surgery of any kind, there is no safer place to be than the hospital. Furthermore, the care you receive within the walls of Gunnison Valley Health meet safety standards that have no equal in the Gunnison Valley.

  • Anesthesiologists for all procedures
  • Availability of internal medicine physicians
  • Emergency resources for the unexpected
  • Safety standards that rank above State and Federal requirements
  • Specialized coaching and training through the gO Initiative focused on balance, mobility and strength
  • Concussion baseline testing and follow-through
  • Education about nutrition and healthy eating to reduce the risk of illness and speed recovery
  • Programs and tools for the everyday athlete including bike fitting, pre-ski routines and golf fitness
  • Education, camps and coaching provided through the gO Initiative, a Colorado 501c3, which provides access to important health education and is an outlet for the gO team to give back and support our community
  • Local, elite fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons that go through additional extensive training beyond what is needed to maintain typical Board certifications
  • An understanding that not everyone is an athlete, and that everyone has different goals for their recovery
  • gO physicians are the best in their specialties, offering world-class, quality care within our valley that rivals specialists in large metropolitan areas
  • Total joint replacements, both inpatient and outpatient through Gunnison Valley Health
  • Concussion management specialists to ensure your brain is healthy following an injury to safely resume activities
  • Sleep specialists to evaluate and help improve your sleep performance
  • A robust behavioral health department specializing all a variety of supports and services
  • Concussion rehabilitation
  • Functional nutrition services
  • Diverse supporting services including acupuncture, Ortho-Bionomy and massage therapy
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Happy Patients

1237

Consumed Coffees

4986

Outpatient Surgeries

14

Dedicated Employees

Our Qualified Team

gO Orthopedics + Sports Medicine cares for all injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system. In fact, we have more than 41 years of combined experience. Therefore, our physicians provide the most advanced and skillful patient care. Undeniably, our goal is to help patients regain function and lead more active and fulfilling lives. Our subspecialty practice areas include joint replacement/ reconstruction, and sports medicine; in addition to pediatric orthopedics, foot, hand and upper extremity, trauma, and rehabilitation.

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Blake Clifton, M.D.
ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON
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Alex Wray, PA-C
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
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Currently not scheduling new patients or appointments. Please call our office for current contact information, records requests or follow-up care options.

Rhett Griggs, MD
ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON

Dr. Griggs is currently not scheduling new patients/appointments.
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