When it comes to healthcare in Denver, the city is home to excellent medical facilities, so you have nothing to worry about when it comes to your healthcare needs. Some of Denver’s hospitals are ranked among the best in the country. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus anchors Denver’s reputation for medical innovation. Researchers here have developed both shingles vaccines and performed the world’s first liver transplant, and they continue to push boundaries in treatment and care.

Pharmacies can be found throughout the city, along any main shopping street or mall. Several pharmacies operate around the clock in Denver, including select CVS and Walgreens locations. Since hours can vary, you’ll want to confirm availability before heading out in an emergency. You’ll want to familiarise yourself with your nearest one in case there’s an emergency.

Like anywhere in the US, you’ll need solid health insurance coverage to access Denver’s medical facilities.

Read Healthcare in the USA to learn more about the national healthcare system. Understanding Health Insurance in the USA is essential.

Below is a list of the most prominent hospitals in Denver.

Hospitals in Denver

healthcare professionals in a hospital

Children’s Hospital Colorado

Website: www.childrenscolorado.org 
Address: 13123 East 16th Avenue, Aurora

Denver Health Medical Center

Website: www.denverhealth.org 
Address: 777 Bannock Street, Denver

HCA HealthONE Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center

Website: www.healthonecares.com 
Address: 1719 East 19th Avenue, Denver

HCA HealthONE Rose Medical Center

Website: www.healthonecares.com 
Address: 4567 East 9th Avenue, Denver

University of Colorado Hospital

Website: www.uchealth.org 
Address: 12605 East 16th Avenue, Aurora

What do expats say about the healthcare system in Denver?

"The UC (University of Colorado) health system, with the main hospital ‘campus’ in Aurora and numerous smaller practices and hospitals, is excellent. From experience, their orthopaedic care and Covid testing and prevention services are excellent. I have also heard positive things about St. Josephs and St Luke’s downtown (very short or negligible ER waiting times, and good gynaecological and natal care)."

Read about South African expat Hendrik and his thoughts in his expat interview on life in Denver. 

Further reading

►New to the US? Read Understanding Health Insurance in the USA.

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