Stephen Frederick Pehler

He always greeted me with a warm smile and caring attitude. I felt like everything would be ok because he was going to make sure that I received the best of care. He truly was chosen for his profession. Loved and missed always. He was a blessing to me.

My name is Keith Jones and I was a patient of his that needed a major lower back surgery. I had a herniation at L4/L5 and spinal stenosis, which when all is said and done, he said it was one of the worst cases that he's seen but he was extremely confident that he would correct it and actually make me better. He expected me to get a full recovery and once healed, I'd probably feel better than I had been feeling for a very long time. I have 2 plates and 4 screws inside and he was absolutely right!!! I owe my life to him because when we first met, I was in constant, excruciating pain. I couldn't sit or stand for more than 30 seconds without the pain wiping me out. It took me about 2 months to get in and he took me as an emergency case because when we first met it was June and his earliest appointment was in August. There was no way I could make it that long. He was way too kind and accommodating and whenever I saw him, he made me feel good, like I was in the best of hands, the best care and he was so right!!! I'm devastated to hear this news and send heartfelt condolences to all his family, friends and loved ones. God has a wonderful angel and I'm certain his positive, resonating presence will live on in all he knew him. He was a true inspirational gift on earth and I'm certain he'll have the same impact in heaven.

Dr Pehler was my spinal surgeon. I traveled many times from New Mexico to Colorado just so he could be my doctor. I loved him. He was kind and compassionate, he gave me his personal phone number so I could reach out with any post operative issues. He was an amazing surgeon. I´m am devastated this world is existing without him in it. My deepest condolences to his son, parents, sister, brother in law, friends, colleagues, and patients.

So sorry to hear about Dr Pehler. He was a great Dr. He helped so many with their pain, their spines, he truly cared about his patients. I will always be grateful for the successful back surgery he performed on me. Rest in peace Dr Pehler. Condolences to his family, friends, staff and patients.
Monica Feller-Mendoza

When I met Dr. Pehler in 2020, I could barely walk due to a pinched nerve in my back. He was so understanding and confident I regretted not meeting him sooner. He helped me tremendously and I'll never forget him. I teased him about being a lefty, as I am.

I was so sad to hear of his passing. He was such a nice, down to earth person. He had accomplished so much already and had so much more to offer. The world is a lesser place without him. Rest in peace and thank you.

To his family, colleagues and friends - May you find comfort in his memory.

Dr. Stephen was my favorite doctor. He successfully perfumed spinal surgery on my lower back and followed up with him. I am deeply saddened by his passing. He cured me from an agenizing back pain & was a dear friend to our family. He is a loving & a wonderful person. I will miss him dearly and pray for his soul.

A life changer and miracle worker. It was an honor to be your patient. I couldn't have asked for a better doctor or outcome on my back surgery.
Rest in Peace Dr Pehler.

I´m am so heartbroken to hear of Dr. Pehler´s passing. He was such a wonderful man and doctor in whom I had great trust and respect. Praying for comfort for the family and friends.

This is Christopher Augustus. I am saddened by the loss of Doctor pehler he basically saved my life. I was in so much pain and afraid to get help. He convinced me that he would take care of me and he did I will forever be grateful to him.

Dr. Stephen Pehler was my doctor and friend. I first met Dr Pehler in 2020 during Covid. My first surgery was November 2020. Dr P kept me at ease explaining to me and my sister what going to happen during surgery. I saw Dr P every two month during 2021. When I fell again in October 2021 Dr P had me come in the office to check out why I was falling. Dr P was so compassion with me because I have lost several family members in 2021 that he refused to due surgery until June 2022.
Dr P love hearing about my cruises that I had taken. Dr. P knew family was very important to me. I show him pictures of my great nephew and told him I was becoming another great auntie. Dr P knew how much I want to be grandmother but I settle on being a great auntie to all my nieces and nephew. The last time I saw him was August 2023 and he was looking forward to me showing him my new great nephew.
Dr P always told me I love your spirit and how much that he respect me because on what I shared about my life.
Dr. Stephen F Pehler (Dr. P) my special doctor, friend, and someone who I very much love and respected. I am going to miss your smile and compassion. Rest In Heavenly Peace Dr P. God bless Rosalyn D Chestnut-Nelson

Dr.Pehler said I hate to tell my new patients they need surgery, but you need surgery. I was scared and hesitant, but he held my hand and said I would perform this surgery on my mom. I considered him my friend and he was an amazing surgeon. He performed 3 surgeries on my back the last one on April 26 23. No one will ever touch my back again. He´ll be missed dearly. Such a great loss to the medical community. Love to you Dr Pehler. Prayers and love to the family.

His light shined through so beautifully. He was my hero. As my spine surgeon, he made me feel safe and secure. Very professional and very caring. He is already missed my heart is with his family. He is a jewel. God bless.

In loving memory of a wonderful, kind, thoughtful, warm, caring Young man. Gone but never forgotten.
It was a delight to have you in our lives - You left too soon.
We will love and miss you always.
You will be forever in our hearts, always on our minds.
Rest In Peace Stephen.

Dr Pehler gave me my quality of life back!!!!!
I went to other doctors and specialists and they just didn´t listen to me on how I was living my life.
I was referred to Dr. Pehler by my brother and my first visit with him was life changing. He sat with me and went over my MRI and x-ray explaining everything in a way I could understand. I thought " Finally a Dr that is listening to me and has a plan to help me". I couldn´t have been more amazed by his approach to my diagnosis and how His professionalism, demeanor and the way he presented himself was comforting. I was scheduled for surgery a couple of weeks later and to this day I am enjoying life for the first time in years.
I was crushed to hear the news that I needed to find another Dr/Surgeon to follow up with. I am at a loss on who I can find to fill the shoes of this man.
Thank you for allowing me the time to express my gratitude to this great man!!!!

Dr Pehler was my surgeon back in 2016. I had a bone pressing on my spinal cord and could have been paralyzed. He did a Wonderful job of taking care of me. He will be sorely missed R.I.P

Dr Pehler was one of the best surgeons and a great person. He will be missed by many.

Dr Pehler had the best bed side manor. He did my double neck fusion 3 year ago and back surgery in May of 2023. He was caring and compassionate. My prayers go out to his wife,2 children and family. He will be greatly missed and appreciated. He was loved by many. Linda Azuras-Jenkins

When I met Dr Pehler I was at a low point in my life. I needed help. Dr Pehler was the surgeon I chose because he was kind, friendly and informative. I enjoyed my office visits with him. I hope he and his family find peace.

Dr Pheler was my second opinion on my back surgery. I knew within the first 15 minutes of meeting with him. I was going to switch to him. He had a wonderful bedside manner and I will truly miss him.

Dr pehler was such an amazing surgeon and person, he was such a breath of fresh air whenever I saw him.. you will be missed

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Dr. Pehler gained my confidence from the moment we met. His kindness both pre and especially post surgery made my journey to recovery so much easier. I will miss his warmth and care. May his memory always be a blessing.

Ilene Reinhart

He made me smile every time I saw him. It was a warm and wonderful feeling. So sad to see such a wonderful person gone. To know that I was safe in his care... A very compassionate man who cared deeply for others. He was very dear to my family. We will miss him so very much.

One of the kindest and compassionate people I have known. I will miss him greatly.