Areas we serve · Lakewood, Colorado
Sports Medicine and Direct Primary Care Near Lakewood, CO
Ridgeview Direct Care is about 10 minutes north of Belmar, straight up Wadsworth Blvd in Wheat Ridge. We see patients from across Lakewood, including Belmar, Green Mountain, Bear Creek, Two Creeks and Eiber.
4.9 miles
From Belmar
About 10 minutes
Straight up Wadsworth Blvd
Open to everyone
Sports medicine, member or not
Sports Medicine and Primary Care for Lakewood and Its Neighborhoods
Ridgeview is a direct primary care and sports medicine practice led by Dr. Christopher Kroner, MD, MPH. He has cared for professional and Olympic athletes, high school teams and weekend warriors, and he looks for what is driving the pain, not just where it hurts. Sports medicine is open to everyone, and members get it as part of their membership.
From Lakewood, the drive is one road: Wadsworth Blvd north, across W Colfax Ave and past W 38th Ave. The office is on the west side of Wadsworth just south of W 41st Ave, with free parking on site. RTD bus route 76 also runs along Wadsworth.
Why Lakewood Patients Choose Ridgeview
- About 4.9 miles and 10 minutes from Belmar
- Non-surgical sports medicine, with in-office ultrasound evaluations and PRP
- Sports consults open to non-members, with an invoice you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement
- Same or next-day appointments and longer visits for members
- Direct access to Dr. Kroner by phone, portal message or video
- Read what our patients say
Popular Services for Lakewood
Driving directions
Driving Directions From Lakewood
The office is about 4.9 miles from Belmar, around 10 minutes by car in light traffic.
Step 1
Head North on Wadsworth Blvd
From Belmar, take Wadsworth Blvd north out of central Lakewood.
Step 2
Cross W Colfax Ave and Continue North
Stay on Wadsworth past W Colfax Ave and W 26th Ave into Wheat Ridge, then past W 38th Ave.
Step 3
Arrive at 4045 Wadsworth Blvd
The office is Suite 300, on the west side of Wadsworth just south of W 41st Ave. Park free on site and follow the signs to Suite 300.
Coming from Green Mountain? Take US-6 east to Wadsworth Blvd and head north, about 8.9 miles and 16 minutes in light traffic. Kipling St north is the other option, about 8.8 miles.
Why patients visit
What We Help Lakewood Patients With
Running and Trail Injuries
Miles on Green Mountain, the Bear Creek Trail and Bear Creek Lake Park add up. We treat runner’s knee, meniscus injuries, Achilles pain and LCL and MCL strains.
Shoulder, Elbow and Tendon Pain
Rotator cuff injuries, tennis and golfer’s elbow and stubborn tendon problems, with in-office ultrasound evaluations and PRP injections when they fit.
Sports Physicals for Lakewood Athletes
For Lakewood High, Green Mountain, Bear Creek, Alameda International and club athletes. Every sports physical includes cardiac and concussion history, an in-office ECG for athletes 16 and older, and forms completed at the visit.
Primary Care for the Whole Household
Membership covers preventive care, sick visits and chronic conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. Children and teens can join through our pediatrics care.
Your first visit
What to Expect When You Arrive
Start With a Free Meet and Greet
Sit down with Dr. Kroner, ask how membership works and what it costs, and decide whether Ridgeview fits. There is no commitment.
A Full, Unhurried Visit
Your first visit covers your history, current concerns and goals. For an injury, that means a hands-on exam and, when it helps, an in-office ultrasound evaluation.
A Clear Plan and a Direct Line
You leave knowing the plan and the next step. Members can reach Dr. Kroner directly by phone, portal message or video. Book your first visit.
Services
Services for Lakewood Patients
Address
4045 Wadsworth Blvd Ste 300
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Phone
Hours
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Last appointment at 4:00 PM
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
By appointment only
Lakewood Direct Primary Care FAQs
How far is Ridgeview Direct Care from Lakewood?
About 4.9 miles from Belmar, straight up Wadsworth Blvd, which is around 10 minutes by car in light traffic. From Green Mountain it is about 8.9 miles, around 16 minutes.
Do you see patients from Belmar, Green Mountain, Bear Creek and Two Creeks?
Yes. Patients come to us from across Lakewood. Wadsworth Blvd is the easiest route from most neighborhoods, and RTD bus route 76 runs along it.
Does Ridgeview offer PRP injections?
Yes. PRP injections are done in the office for problems such as knee, shoulder, elbow and hip pain. The PRP pages explain what it is used for and what to expect.
Can I be seen without becoming a member?
Yes, for sports medicine. Sports consults and procedures are available on a fee-for-service basis, and you receive an invoice with codes you can submit to your insurance for out-of-network reimbursement. Primary care is provided through membership.
What are your hours, and how quickly can I be seen?
The office is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, by appointment, with the last appointment at 4:00 PM. Members are usually seen the same day or the next business day and can reach Dr. Kroner directly after hours. The office is closed on weekends and holidays.
Nearby areas we also serve: Arvada, Golden, west Denver, Wheat Ridge, Edgewater and Applewood. All areas we serve.
Your Sports Medicine Doctor Is 10 Minutes From Belmar
Book an injury evaluation, or start with a free meet and greet to see whether Ridgeview membership fits.