Paul Stanton, DO
Cervical & Lumbar Spine Surgery
Minimally Invasive Spine Reconstruction
Adult Spinal Deformity / Degenerative Spine
Spine Oncology
Spine Trauma
Click HERE for a video about a minimally invasive fusion for the SI Joint, IFuse.
Areas of Interest
Dr. Paul Stanton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with surgical expertise in all aspects of spinal surgery, including minimally invasive techniques and complex reconstructive techniques for the cervical spine, adult spinal deformity, and degenerative scoliosis.
During his fellowship training, Dr. Stanton was involved in clinical research, investigating less invasive lateral approaches to the thoracic and lumbar spine for spinal deformity. He has a special interest in minimally invasive reconstructive procedures for adult spinal deformity, and he actively continues his research efforts.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Spine Fellowship, San Diego, CA
Residency & Internship
Orthopedic Surgery, Memorial Hospital of York, York, PA
Medical School
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Athens, OH
Undergraduate
BS in Recombinant Gene Technology, State University of New York at Fredonia, Fredonia, NY
Distinctions
Board Certification
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Memberships
American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics
AOSpine
American Osteopathic Association
Society of Lateral Access Surgery
Scoliosis Research Society
Awards
Top Doc, Colorado Springs Style Magazine, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020
More about Dr. Stanton
Dr. Stanton is happy to be living in Colorado Springs with his wife. After many trips to Colorado, they are glad to finally call it home.
Aaron White, PA-C
Physician Assistant to Dr. Paul Stanton
Areas of Interest
Aaron is a physician assistant specializing in spine surgery and orthopedics. Aaron is one of only two PAs in Colorado who have a certificate of added qualification in orthopedic surgery, which reflects advanced knowledge and experience in the specialty. Aaron works directly with Dr. Paul Stanton in The Spine Center.
Education & Training
Graduate
MS, Physician Assistant Studies, University of St. Francis
Undergraduate
BS, Health Science, Charter Oak State College
Distinctions
Certification
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional Affiliations
Colorado Academy of Physician Assistants
Physician Assistant in Orthopaedic Surgery
More about Aaron
Raised on a farm in southern Arizona, Aaron was a three-sport high school athlete and earned a scholarship to play baseball in college. During his physician assistant training, Aaron spent time in Colorado Springs and was drawn to the sunshine, cooler temperatures, beautiful scenery, and active lifestyle. It didn’t hurt that golf balls went further in Colorado Springs, either.
When Aaron finished his physician assistant program, he and his wife Christina moved to Colorado Springs, where he worked in general orthopedics, sports medicine, trauma, urgent care, and occupational medicine.
Aaron’s wife, Christina, works in internal communications at Compassion International. The couple plays golf frequently, and can also be spotted in Ute Valley Park hiking with their 100-pound dog Max. They also enjoy travel, dining, and anything competitive.
Jenielle Daugherty, BS, MSN, RN, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner to Paul Stanton, DO & Roger D. Sung, MD
Areas of Interest
Jenielle’s interest in orthopedics began during her undergraduate experience in Athletic Training with an emphasis in Sports Medicine. Her clinical nursing practice was heightened at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center level I trauma facility specializing in post-operative orthopedic spine surgery, rehabilitation, and trauma in the acute care setting. Prior to joining Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group, she expanded her clinical experience at St. Francis Medical Center Total Joint & Spine Center.
Education & Training
Graduate
Family Nurse Practitioner, Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
Undergraduate
BS in Nursing, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA
BS in Athletic Training Education, Ohio University, Athens, OH
Distinctions
Professional Affiliations
American Nurse’s Credentialing Center- Family Nurse Practitioner
National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses
American Nurses Association
More About Jenielle
As a previous collegiate track and cross-country athlete, Jenielle’s interests in trail running, racing, hiking, snowboarding, and camping make Colorado Springs the perfect place for herself, her husband, and her dog to reside.
