Colin Catel
About Colin Catel
Colin Catel is an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado Hospital, specializing in novel chemotherapeutics and the surgical care of complex neurologic and genetic diseases. He has been in this position since 2005 and has an extensive educational background in biochemistry, clinical medicine, and kinesiology.
Work at University of Colorado
Colin Catel has held the position of Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado Hospital since 2005. In this role, he engages in research focused on novel chemotherapeutics and participates in the UCH Multi-Disciplinary Tumor Clinic. His responsibilities include precepting physician and allied health students, contributing to the education and training of future healthcare professionals.
Education and Expertise
Colin Catel's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology/Applied Physiology from the University of Colorado Boulder, completed from 1994 to 2000. He furthered his studies at Midwestern University, where he earned a Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, he studied Graduate Biochemistry at the University of Denver for one year in 2000-2001 and has a background in Aviation from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he studied Flight Sciences from 1987 to 1989.
Clinical Specialization
Colin Catel specializes in the surgical care of complex neurologic and genetic diseases, including Von-Hippel Lindau Disease and Neurofibromatosis. He provides care within the Peripheral Nerve Injury/Tumor Clinic, focusing on the management and treatment of patients with these conditions.
Research Focus
Colin Catel's research is primarily centered on the development of novel chemotherapeutics. His work aims to advance treatment options for patients, particularly in the context of complex medical conditions addressed in his clinical practice.