Gwen A. Huitt, MD, MS Make an Appointment Ask a Question Refer Patient Gwen A. Huitt, MD, is an infectious disease physician at National Jewish Health. Dr. Huitt is in the Division of Mycobacterial and Respiratory Infections. Professor Department of Medicine Division of Mycobacterial & Respiratory Infections 5280 Top Doctors 2022 (2 years) Previously a 5280 Top Doctor (2 years) America’s Top Doctors 2015 — Castle Connolly, Medical, Ltd. Recognized in America’s Top Doctors — Castle Connolly, Inc. Best Doctors in America® 2019-2020 — Best Doctors, Inc. Recognized in Best Doctors in America® — Best Doctors, Inc. America’s Top Doctors 2020 — Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. Email Profile Print Profile Patient Rating 5 out of 5 stars 73 Patient Ratings 60 Patient Comments Overview Contact Info & Locations Patient Ratings & Comments Programs & Services Bronchiectasis Treatment Program Department of Medicine Division of Mycobacterial and Respiratory Infections Infectious Diseases Inpatient and Extended Outpatient Program Nontuberculous Mycobacterial (NTM) Infections Program NTM Center of Excellence Specialties & Conditions Infectious Diseases Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM) Overview Special Interests Clinical Interests Dr. Huitt is interested in mycobacterial infections, diagnosis and treatment of sinopulmonary infections, and the management of bronchiectesis. She is also interested in management of adult cystic fibrosis. See More View Curriculum Vitae News & Videos National Jewish Health to Host the Bucksbaum Lecture Series on Nontuberculous Mycobacterial (NTM) I Education Education 1988 University of Colorado Denver, MD 1984 University of Colorado Denver, MS 1979 University of Northern Colorado, BA Residency 1988 - 1991 University of Colorado Denver, Internal Medicine Fellowship 1991 - 1993 University of Colorado Denver, Infectious Diseases Awards & Recognition 2014 and 2015: Best Doctors in America, Best Doctors, Inc. 2013: America's Top Doctors, Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. 2001: Recipient of the first NJH Outstanding Clinician Award Chair, Medical Executive Committee Chair, Infection Control Committee Board Certification Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases – certification and recertification Professional Memberships IDSA, ATS, ACCP, ACP, Colorado Thoracic Society, Colorado Infectious Disease Society Publications Dukes-Hamilton, C., Sterling, T.R., Blumberg, H.M., Leonard, M., McAuley, J., Schlossberg, D., Stout, J., Huitt, G., Extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis: Are we learning from history or repeating it? Clin Infect Dis, 2007. 45: p.338-342. Griffith,D.E., Aksamit, T., Brown-Elliott, B.A, Catanzaro, A., Daley, C., Gordin, F., Holland, S.M., Horsburgh, R., Huitt,G., Iademarco, M.F., Iseman, M., Oliver,K., Ruoss,S., von Reyn, C.F., Wallace, R.J., Jr., Winthrop, K. An official ATS/IDSA statement: diagnosis, treatment and prevention of nontuberculous mycobacterial diseases. Am J Respir Crit Care Med, 2007. 175: p.367-416. DeGroote, M.A., Huitt,G. Infections due to Rapidly Growing Mycobacteria. Clin Infect Dis, 2006. 42: p.1756-1763. Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Disease Following Hot Tub Exposure. J Emergin Infectious Diseases 2001:7(6): 1039-1042 Tuberculosis and atypical mycobacterial infections. In: Bone’s Atlas of Pulmonary Medicine. Crapo JD (ed.). 2004. Hospital Affiliations University of Colorado Hospital Academic Affiliations Associate Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, University of Colorado Denver Teaching & Professional Positions Director, Adult Infectious Disease Care Unit Professor of Medicine, National Jewish Health Conflicts of Interest National Jewish Health physicians and scientists may collaborate with pharmaceutical or other industries to develop medical and scientific breakthroughs or to provide education on trends in quality medical practice and outcomes to physicians and health professionals around the country. National Jewish Health maintains a strict conflict of interest policy to ensure that all potential conflicts are clearly visible and that management plans are put in place in order to further innovation and education while ensuring the protection of our patients and the integrity of our research. National Jewish Health publicly discloses any payment to our physicians or scientists. View this faculty member’s industry relationships and collaborations. Ask a Question through Patient Portal Sign in to your My National Jewish Health patient portal account to communicate with your care team, manage appointments, and more. Create an Account Contact Information Office: 877.225.5654Fax: 303.398.1476 Patient Ratings The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. This survey is about the patient care experience and does not address crucial characteristics like medical decision-making, prescribing the best therapy, and patient outcomes. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. Provider showed concern 5 Friendliness 4.9 Spoke using clear language 5 Provider explained things clearly 5 Amount of time spent with you 4.9 Provider included you in decisions 4.9 Confidence in your doctor 5 Likelihood of recommending this provider 5 Comments Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2021 *Dr. Huitt was a wonderful doctor I really hate to see her go! National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2021 *Dr. Huitt is a great asset to NJH! National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2021 Wish all of my home doctors were like yours doctors at NJH. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2021 Dr. Huitt is courteous and attentive to my health issues. She is generous with the time even though she is busy. She is thorough in her examination and evaluation of the health problems. Her confidence and knowledge convey assurance. She is the one doctor anyone could hope for. I am grateful to meet her and have her as my doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2021 *Dr. Huitt was to me heaven sent. She is super dedicated, caring & patient. She took her time to explain things & make all the connections that led to my condition. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Dr. Huitt is the best physician I have ever had. She is consistently professional, caring, knowledgeable about my conditions, and looks at me as a whole person. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Dr Huitt never rushes through my appointment and allows plenty of time to discuss my concerns. It has been a pleasure to have her as my doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Always a great experience with Dr. Huitt. She is very thorough and takes time to listen and explain. She is the main reason I recommend National Jewish Hospital almost daily to members of a Facebook online support group. She is also the reason I return, year after year. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Dr. Huitt is an outstanding practitioner in all these areas. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 She was the heart and soul of my treatment, an amazing, brilliant, thorough, kind doctor who cannot be replaced. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 *Dr. Huitt is amazing. show more National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Dr. Huitt is a very compassionate and excellent doctor. She communicates well and is very patient National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Dr. Huitt is an exceptional doctot. Her method of explaining her patient's medical condition, treatments and outcomes are above and beyond wonderful. I would recommend Dr. Hewitt to anyone in a heartbeat. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Dr Huit is an amazing physician. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 I have recommended NJH to several people National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Dr, Huitt spent so much time with me. Everything was throughly covered and she never made feel she was rushing..if you have to go to the doctor, this was the best experience. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Dr. Huitt always listens to me an explains things very well. She also has a good attitude and shows professionalism in her exams. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Dr. Huitt is the best and is looked up to by thousands of individuals with [my condition]. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 I had questions after my appointment and the physician, who I am sure is very busy, took time to call me at home to answer my questions that I put in an e-mail. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 Dr Huitt listened and respected my views and answered my questions. She took a lot of time to hear what I had to say. I didn't feel rushed at all. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 *Dr. Huitt is an excellent doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 Dr. Huitt explains everything so you know exactly what your condition is. She is kind and professional. I feel 100% confident of her care for me. I feel grateful to have here as my physician. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 We love Dr. Huitt National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 Dr. Huitt is very caring and professional and takes the time to explain all issues, concerns and options moving forward. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 *Dr. Huitt is truly the best doctor I have ever seen. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 *Dr. Huitt is the very best doctor I have ever had. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 I think Dr. Huitt and Dr. Dailey are the best or I wouldn't go to the trouble in airports to make the trip National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 Excellent experience with provider National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 I have recommend so many people to NJH - nothing but excellent service for 15 years that I have been _____ there. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 I can't say enough good things about Dr. Huitt. She extremely knowledgeable and competent, and is both professional and friendly during our visits. I feel like I'm in excellent hands. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 I love *Dr. Huitt. She has always treated me with the upmost respect and I feel she truly cares about her patients. She assured that she had confidence in ALL the drs. and not to worry. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 *Dr. Huitt is excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 Always patient and gives explanations that are easily understood. Have been with this dr, for years and have good rapor. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 I have sung praises of Doctor Gwen Huitt from the first time we met ! National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 I cannot say enough positive about my interactions with my DR, [comment about other providers]. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 *Dr. Huitt is a wonderful physician and person. Compassionate, knowledgeable and friendly. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 I think Dr. Huitt is the very best. She always explains things clearly to me and makes sure I understand. She has created a very good and thoughtful plan for my care. I appreciate the time she takes to help me. She does not rush through our appointment, and is genuinely interested in the well being of her patient. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 Dr. Huitt is the best health care professional I have ever worked with. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 Dr. Huitt is absolutely the best - caring, knowledgeable and very thorough. Would recommend her to anyone! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 Enjoyed it. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr. Huitt is the ultimate medical professional. She is caring, concerned, knowledgeable and committed to the well-being of her patients. She has treated me for a chronic lung condition for 18 years, and I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been my rock. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr. Huitt is the best. Will miss her when she retires. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 *Dr. Huitt was extremely thorough. She spent time with me and was very patient in all of her explanations of my health status. [Unrelated comment] Excellent doctor! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr. G. Huitt is awesome with great bed side manners. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr. Huitt is an exceptionally knowledgeable, warm, compassionate doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr Huitt shows interest in my care and progress National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 She is brilliant! #2. *Dr. Gwen Huitt the best! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 I was very pleased with my Clinic experience this year. Dr. Huitt was her consistent caring, compassionate, professional self. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 Dr. Huitt has been a strong advocate for my lung and total health since my first visit years ago. She listens and hears. She has several times called me herself to discuss an issue. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 Dr. Huitt is an excellent provider! National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 *Dr. Huitt is always kind, professional and takes time to listen to me. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 I have been seeing Dr. Huitt for about 20 years. [Off-topic comment]. If I had not come to her those many years ago, I would not be alive today. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 There is a reason I fly to NJRH every year for my annual with Dr Huitt and her associates. This institution is simply the best when it comes to respiratory bacterial issues and the people are just GREAT. I feel taken care of here. I would NOT trust anyone else. Period. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 Dr Huitt is the primary reason I have continued to be a patient here. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 As always, Dr. Huitt was clear, showed the CAT scans, made sure I knew exactly what I was to do, and what was going on in my lungs. She has always been the most exceptional Dr. I've ever had. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 In two years Dr. Huitt has turned my health issues around. Off of some meds and on new meds. Explains thinks very well and cares about me. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 *Dr. Huitt is one of the best doctors I've had treating me with my condition. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 *Dr. Gwen Huitt is the most experience physician & knowledgeable regarding my condition. I trust her implicitly to take the right course of action & to ensure that I am included in the decision making. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 *Dr. Huitt is the best provider that I go to see! National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2021 I love *Dr. Huitt and her staff. Wouldn't go anywhere else!