Dr. Jonathan ZoncaMD
Family Medicine
at Colorado Center for Medical Excellence — Denver, CO
About
Dr. Jonathan Zonca graduated from Michigan State University Honors College with a degree in Physiology. He earned his medical degree from The College of Human Medicine at Michigan State as the inaugural member of the Medical Scholars program. He completed his residency through the Rose Hospital Family Medicine program at UCHSC and has practiced on the Rose Medical Center Campus since 2002.
Dr. Zonca achieved the degree of Fellow of Family Medicine in 2016 and chaired the Rose Hospital Department of Family Medicine from 2006 to 2010. He served as a clinical assistant professor at UCHSC from 2002 to 2022 and continues as a clinical instructor at Rocky Vista University School of Medicine. He is active with the American Academy of Family Physicians, serving on national committees for legislative advocacy and nutrition education. His peers named him a 5280 Top Doc for Family Medicine every year from 2006 through 2018, and again in 2023, 2024, and 2025. He also served as team physician for the Denver Outlaws lacrosse team from 2015 to 2020. His clinical focus includes cancer screening, cardiovascular health, diabetes, blood pressure, and weight management. He spends his free time skiing, biking, golfing, and running, and loves time with his wife, four kids, and dog.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Michigan State University Honors College, degree in Physiology
Medical School
College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University (Medical Scholars program)
Residency
Family Medicine, Rose Hospital / University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Additional Training
Clinical Assistant Professor, UCHSC (2002–2022); Clinical Instructor, Rocky Vista University School of Medicine; Fellow of Family Medicine (2016); Chair, Department of Family Medicine, Rose Hospital (2006–2010)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Zonca right for?
Dr. Zonca suits adults who want a family medicine physician with deep Denver roots and a strong preventive focus. Patients managing diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular risk, or weight concerns benefit from his clinical priorities. His decades of teaching and committee work reflect a physician who engages seriously with the science behind preventive medicine. He currently accepts new patients and welcomes a complimentary meet-and-greet for anyone considering the practice.
Similar Doctors Nearby
Dr. Lisa DavidsonDO
preventive care, mental wellness, weight management +2 more
Dr. Cara PrideMD
preventive health, chronic disease management, cardiovascular risk factors +2 more
Dr. Michael KellerMD
acute illness, acute injury, chronic disease +6 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Zonca focuses on cancer screening, cardiovascular health, diabetes, blood pressure management, and weight management. He approaches each of these through a preventive lens, aiming to identify and address risk factors before they progress. His sports medicine background also allows him to support active patients with performance and injury-related concerns.
Yes, Dr. Zonca holds board certification in family medicine. He also earned the designation of Fellow of Family Medicine in 2016, a credential that reflects advanced achievement within the specialty.
Dr. Zonca earned his medical degree from the College of Human Medicine at Michigan State University, where he entered as the inaugural member of the Medical Scholars program. He completed his residency through the Rose Hospital Family Medicine program at UCHSC and has practiced on the Rose Medical Center campus since 2002.
Yes, Dr. Zonca's peers named him a 5280 Top Doc for Family Medicine every year from 2006 through 2018, and again in 2023, 2024, and 2025. This recognition reflects consistent regard from the Denver medical community over nearly two decades.
Yes, sports medicine is one of Dr. Zonca's core specialties. He served as team physician for the Denver Outlaws lacrosse team from 2015 to 2020, giving him hands-on experience with athletic health and performance. He incorporates that background into his care of active patients at CCME.
Yes, Dr. Zonca served as a clinical assistant professor at UCHSC from 2002 to 2022. He currently continues as a clinical instructor at Rocky Vista University School of Medicine. He also serves on national American Academy of Family Physicians committees covering legislative advocacy and nutrition education.
Dr. Zonca prioritizes identifying health risks early and addressing them before they develop into serious conditions. His clinical focus on cardiovascular health, diabetes, and cancer screening reflects a proactive philosophy. He also brings nutrition education expertise through his work on national AAFP committees.
Doctor profile last updated April 3, 2026