About
Dr. David L. Mellman has practiced internal medicine in Denver since 1998. He trained at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, where he served as Chief Resident. He holds Diplomate status from the American Board of Internal Medicine and earned membership in Alpha Omega Alpha, the National Medical Honor Society, as an undergraduate at Colorado College.
Dr. Mellman chaired the Internal Medicine department at Rose Medical Center from 2001 to 2016. During that same period, he served as team physician for the Colorado Avalanche. His peers have selected him as a 5280 Top Internal Medicine Doctor eleven times. He has received numerous teaching awards and continues to proctor medical professionals. Dr. Mellman founded Denver Internal Medicine in 1998, launched a subsequent practice at the Colorado Center of Medical Excellence in 2016, and established Sundial Medical Center in August 2021. He also started Integrated Health Programs to give patients a deeper grounding in preventive care.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Colorado College
Medical School
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Member, Alpha Omega Alpha, the National Medical Honor Society
Certifications
Who is Dr. Mellman right for?
Dr. Mellman is a strong fit for adults seeking experienced, relationship-driven internal medicine care. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his decades of clinical depth and diagnostic thoroughness. Those who value a physician with broad specialist connections across Denver hospitals will find his referral network a genuine asset. His focus on preventive care makes him well suited for patients who want to stay ahead of disease rather than react to it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Mellman specializes in internal medicine with a strong emphasis on preventive care and chronic disease management. He has practiced internal medicine in Denver since 1998 and brings particular depth to cardiovascular risk assessment, metabolic health, and early disease detection through advanced diagnostics.
Yes. Dr. Mellman holds Diplomate status from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He trained at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, where he also served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Mellman has practiced internal medicine in Denver since 1998. He founded Denver Internal Medicine that year and has continuously cared for patients in the Denver community ever since.
Yes. Dr. Mellman's peers have selected him as a 5280 Top Internal Medicine Doctor eleven times. He has also received numerous teaching awards and continues to mentor and proctor medical professionals.
Yes. Dr. Mellman served as team physician for the Colorado Avalanche from 1998 to 2016, while also chairing the Internal Medicine department at Rose Medical Center during the same period.
Dr. Mellman started Integrated Health Programs to give patients a stronger foundation in preventive care. The Garden Gate component delivers educational events, resources, and programs that encourage healthy living and active patient participation in their own health.
Yes. Dr. Mellman provides in-hospital care at Rose Medical Center. If you are admitted to another facility, he remains available by phone to support your care.
Doctor profile last updated November 1, 2026