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Craig A. Yager, M.D.

Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon

Shoulder, Knee, Sports Medicine

Dr. Craig Yager brings his expertise in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine to Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group. His primary focus is open and arthroscopic treatment of the shoulder and knee.

Dr. Yager is a native of northeast Missouri and attended the University of Missouri – Columbia as an undergraduate where he graduated cum laude with honors distinction. He then graduated from the University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Kansas – Wichita. He then went on to receive advanced training by completing a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the San Diego Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy Fellowship in San Diego, CA. During this year, he assisted in the care of athletes at multiple levels, including the San Diego State Aztecs football team and the San Diego Gulls hockey club, the AHL affiliate of the Anaheim Ducks NHL hockey club.

He also assisted in providing medical coverage for events such as the NCAA March Madness basketball tournament, the PGA tour, and with many local community colleges and high schools.

Dr Yager is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine. He looks forward to each day and the opportunity to continue pursuing his passion of treating athletes in the Colorado Springs community.

Dr. Yager is a proud husband and father who enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter, and son. He enjoys staying physically active, trying new hobbies, and traveling.

Education & Training

Fellowship

San Diego Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy Fellowship, San Diego, CA

Residency

University of Kansas at Wichita, Wichita, KS

Internship

University of Kansas at Wichita, Wichita, KS

Medical School

University of Missouri at Columbia, Columbia, MO

Undergraduate

BS in Biological Sciences, University of Missouri at Columbia, Columbia, MO

Distinctions

Board Certified

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Membership

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America

Patient Reviews

  • Always very helpful. Had a flare up and the staff got me scheduled in a very prompt manner. Doctor gave me great options and I few comfortable with th...
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  • I'd like to thank Dr. Yager, for his service. Everything proceeded as expected, and i'm hoping for a full recovery at some point. Also a special shout...
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  • Dr. Yager was an amazing surgeon. He was able to see me to confirm I need clavicle surgery and schedule me for repairs the very next day. Dr. Yager ef...
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  • Dr. Yager is an extremely knowledgeable individual who made me feel at ease. He left me with a feeling of confidence in the success of my ACL repair. ...
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  • I have been a patient at CSOG for a few years; various extremities and procedures.
    This is a very sound medical facility, professional, friendl...
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North Campus

4110 Briargate Parkway,
Suite 300,

Colorado Springs,
CO 80920

Driving Directions

7 AM - 4 PM Monday - Friday

South Campus

1259 Lake Plaza Drive,
Suite 100,

Colorado Springs,
CO 80906

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7 AM - 4 PM Monday - Friday