Dr. Nihat Gurkan

Orthopaedic Surgeon · Cheyenne Va Medical Center

Surgeon Fort Collins, CO

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare

Experience

Orthopaedic SurgeonCurrent
Cheyenne Va Medical Center
Fort Collins, CO

Education

Istanbul University
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
1987 – 1993
The Johns Hopkins University
Fellowship · Orthopedic surgery/ clinical basic science research
2001 – 2004
Ankara University
1994 – 1999
Istanbul University
1993 – 1994
The Johns Hopkins University

About Cheyenne Va Medical Center

Industry
Medical Practice
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
2509 Research Blvd, Fort Collins, CO

Professional Overview

Dr. Nihat Gurkan is a Orthopaedic Surgeon, currently affiliated with Cheyenne Va Medical Center, based in Fort Collins, CO. As a surgeon, Dr. Gurkan contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Fort Collins, CO. Dr. Gurkan holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) and Fellowship, Orthopedic surgery/ clinical basic science research, from Istanbul University and The Johns Hopkins University. Cheyenne Va Medical Center operates in the Medical Practice sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit surgeon professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to surgeon specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Fort Collins, CO healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 22,604 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Surgeon specialty. Nihat Gurkan is one of them.
  • 365 Surgeons are based in CO (out of 28,359 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 14 contacts at Cheyenne Va Medical Center are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Surgeon compensation in CO: $395,000 – $832,000 (median $577,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Surgeons in CO: Us Army (9), Uchealth (8), Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center (7).
  • 4% of Surgeons in CO hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 74% of Surgeons in CO have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Nihat Gurkan located?

Dr. Nihat Gurkan is based in Fort Collins, CO. They are currently affiliated with Cheyenne Va Medical Center.

What is Dr. Nihat Gurkan's specialty?

Dr. Nihat Gurkan specializes in Surgeon. Their current role is Orthopaedic Surgeon.

Where does Dr. Nihat Gurkan currently work?

Dr. Nihat Gurkan currently works at Cheyenne Va Medical Center.

What is Dr. Nihat Gurkan's educational background?

Dr. Nihat Gurkan attended Istanbul University and The Johns Hopkins University.

How do I contact Dr. Nihat Gurkan for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a Surgeon?

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What is the average salary for a Surgeon in CO?

Surgeons in CO typically earn $395,000 to $832,000 annually, with a median of $577,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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