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Meet John M. Froelich, MD

Dr. John Froelich is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Panorama Orthopedics who specializes in comprehensive hand and wrist care. He treats everything from traumatic bone, tendon, and complex nerve injuries to chronic conditions such as arthritis, Dupuytren’s contractures, trigger fingers, and carpal and cubital tunnel syndrome.

Dr. Froelich’s expertise includes advanced microsurgery techniques for complex hand reconstruction. His background in a construction family sparked his love for the mechanical precision of orthopedics, particularly hand surgery’s impact on patients’ daily lives. “I love that I have the privilege to work with my patients to help them get back to doing the things they love,” he says.

His care philosophy centers on understanding how upper extremity injuries profoundly affect daily activities. “I believe that it is my privilege to work with you to correctly identify your ailment and create a treatment plan that will allow you to get back to your busy life in a safe and efficient manner,” Dr. Froelich explains.

In his free time, Dr. Froelich enjoys Colorado’s outdoor activities with his family including bike riding, soccer, skiing, and exploring the mountains, and he’s an enthusiastic Chicago Cubs fan.

Education/Training

Undergraduate

  • Centre College, Danville, KY 2002-2006

Medical School

  • Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL 2006-2011

Residency

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, Southern Illinois University Affiliated Hospitals, Springfield, IL

Fellowship

  • Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 2011-2012
  • Hand Surgery Fellowship

Honors & Memberships

  • Board Member, Colorado Orthopaedic Society (2013–current)
  • Board of Editors, Orthopedics (2013–current)
  • Mayo Quality Fellow – Bronze (2012)
  • 1st Place Poster, Southern Illinois University (SIU) Resident Research Day (2011)
  • SIU Group Quality Award – Orthopedic Quality Improvement Team (2010)
  • Mid-America Orthopaedic Association Education Grant (2010)
  • SIU Orthopaedic Resident “Researcher of the Year” (2009)

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified (2014–current)

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Specialties

Hand & WristArm & Elbow

Expertise

  • Microsurgery and nerve reconstruction
  • Management of chronic conditions
  • Limb preservation
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Locations

Highlands Ranch

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Working with Dr. Froelich

Brienne Klask, PA-C

Brienne Klask, PA-C

Centennial  -  Highlands Ranch  -  Golden

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Phyllis Boccuzzi
June 6, 2026

As a former USOC pro athlete- Coach Dr Froelich MD was incredibly understanding as I communicated my inabilities to walk/ cycle since Feb 26- present. —understandably I had to endure several testing procedures. Now? My situation & his expertise he…

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Charles T
June 6, 2026

Very competent and skilled. Office runs efficiently. Highly recommend

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Julie Westfield
June 3, 2026

Nothing but positive things to say about Dr Froelich and the Panorama office. They are efficient and friendly. They run on time! Dr Froelich is easy going, explains things very well and I have extreme confidence in him on my second visit. Highl…

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Kelley Russell
May 25, 2026

Panorama is probably the most professional medical practice I have gone to. From the front office staff who are so welcoming to the assistant staff on to the Doctors everyone is genuine and thoughtful and attentive.

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Nora Pearson
May 25, 2026

Very professional ! Explained my thumb pain to me in a manner I could understand!

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vincent Miller
May 23, 2026

Today I started bleeding from were he took the stitches out from and heading to the VA to get taken care of.

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