Spencer Hansen, M.D.

About Spencer Hansen, M.D.

Why Gastroenterology?

The field of gastroenterology encompasses many, complex bodily systems, and disease of these systems effect millions of Americans every day. These were two driving factors in my pursuit to become a gastroenterologist as I knew I wanted to be challenged and I also wanted to be able to care for a large and diverse patient population. Additionally, I have always enjoyed using my hands and doing procedures. As a gastroenterologist I am able to not only care for very sick and complex patients, but I am also able to make a difference in their lives by performing procedures which can alleviate symptoms and prolong life, such as helping to prevent colon and esophageal cancer, successfully treating inflammatory bowel disease, and diagnosing and treated gastrointestinal bleeding, among other things.

What Can Patients Expect?

During a visit to my office patients should expect a friendly and efficient visit. My number one goal is to listen and develop a patient-centered care plan with the patient being a major part of that decision making team. When a patient leaves my office my hope is that they felt they were listened to and had a significant say in the plan that was created and agreed upon.

Board Certification

Gastroenterology

Education

Medical Degree

• University of Arkansas School of Medicine

Undergraduate Degree

• Bachelors of Science, Biology
  University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
  Honors graduate, Cum Laude

Medical Fellowship

• Fellowship program: University of Kansas School of Medicine
• Hospital affiliations: University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City VA Medical Center

Medical Residency

• Residency program: University of Colorado School of Medicine
• Hospital affiliations: University of Colorado Hospital, Denver Health Medical Center, Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center

Professional Affiliations

• American College of Gastroenterology
• American Gastroenterological Association
• American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Alpha Omega Alpha