Doctor Information
Rock Navarkal, MD, JD leads Rocky Mountain Spine & Sports Medicine in Denver. Fellowship-trained in interventional pain management and sports medicine and double board-certified, he has practiced in Denver since 2009 and treats acute injuries as well as chronic joint and spine conditions.
Education, Residency & Fellowship Training
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical School
- Early Training: Family medicine, University of Nebraska and University of Colorado affiliated programs
- Residency: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, State University of New York and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center affiliated programs
- Fellowship: Interventional Pain and Sports Medicine, Alabama Orthopedic Spine and Sports Medicine Associates
- Board Certification: Double board-certified
- NPI Number: 1073703484
Clinical Specialties & Procedures
Dr. Navarkal focuses on interventional pain, sports and regenerative medicine at Rocky Mountain Spine & Sports Medicine, including:
- Joint and spine injections
- Radiofrequency nerve ablation
- Spinal cord stimulation, interspinous fixation and SI fusion
- Platelet-rich plasma and stem cell injections
- Sports injury care
Dr. Navarkal began using regenerative techniques during residency, trained with team physicians for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates, previously served as team physician for the Glendale Raptors, and was among the first physicians to use regenerative medicine techniques with Denver Broncos players.
Practice Location & Appointments
- Practice: Rocky Mountain Spine & Sports Medicine
- Address: 650 S Cherry Street, Suite 1015, Denver, CO 80246
- Phone: (303) 377-7777
- Website: rockymountainspineandsports.com/contents/meet-dr-rock
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where did Dr. Rock Navarkal train?
He graduated from the University of Nebraska Medical School, completed PM&R residency in State University of New York and UPMC affiliated programs, and an interventional pain and sports medicine fellowship with Alabama Orthopedic Spine and Sports Medicine Associates.
Where does Dr. Navarkal see patients?
At Rocky Mountain Spine & Sports Medicine, 650 S Cherry Street, Suite 1015, Denver, CO 80246. Call (303) 377-7777.
