Remembering a CMS and physician leader: James Robert Regan, MD

Remembering a CMS and physician leader: James Robert Regan, MD


May 31, 1956 – June 9, 2024

James R. Regan, MD, passed away on June 9, 2024, shortly after his 68th birthday. He is remembered for his empathetic nature and a remarkable career in Internal Medicine spanning over four decades.

Born in Detroit, Mich., Dr. Regan attended Colorado College and Wayne State University, earning his medical degree in 1982. He completed his internship and residency at St. Joseph Hospital in Denver.

Throughout his career, Dr. Regan was deeply involved with the Colorado Medical Society (CMS), starting in 1983. He served as the President of the Denver Medical Society in 2000, in addition to chairing several Task Forces, serving as a Board of Directors member in 2003, and serving as CMS Treasurer from 2006-2009. He was also recognized as a Fellow by the American College of Physicians, an honor reflecting his excellence in internal medicine.

Dr. Regan’s commitment to patient care was evident in his leadership roles as medical director at Good Shepherd, Bethesda, and AbleLight, where he cared for patients with developmental impairment for over 20 years. His practice transitioned through various stages, eventually adopting a boutique style under the MDVIP model to offer highly individualized care. He valued the ability to practice medicine in a way that allowed him to give each patient the amount of time they needed, developing a deep bond with them to support their total care. 

He is survived by his wife Nita, his children Page, Stephen and Brett, and his sister Kathy. Dr. Regan’s legacy continues through the countless lives he touched as a physician and his lasting impact on the medical community.