Scott Caulkins, MD

Family Medicine

Briargate
2405 Research Pkwy.
Colorado Springs, CO 80920

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Phone: 1-719-522-1133
Fax: 1-719-268-2811

Our medical group has proudly served the Pikes Peak region for over 70 years!

Scott joined the Family Medicine team at Optum’s East office in July 2016 after retiring from the Air Force as Lieutenant Colonel. He brings over 20 years’ experience in family and urgent care medicine with him and is a welcome addition to our primary care team! When he’s not busy providing top-quality health care to our patients, Dr. Caulkins enjoys spending time with his family as well as Taekwondo, woodworking, and hiking.

Education

1997	Residency	Malcolm Grow MC	Andrews AFB, Maryland
1995	Internship	Malcolm Grow MC	Andrews AFB, Maryland
1994	MD	Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
1990	BS, Zoology	Brigham Young University

Experience

2016 - Present	Physician	Optum
2013 - 2016	Physician	USAF Academy Family Health Clinic
2006 - 2012	Physician	Hurlburt Field Family Practice Clinic	Florida
2005 - 2006	Air Force Special Operations Flight Surgeon	Hurlburt Field	Florida
2002 - 2005	Medical Director	Eglin AFB Family Health Clinic	Florida
2001	Chief of the Medical Staff	Kunsan AB	Korea
1997 - 2001	Staff Physician	Eglin AFB Family Health Clinic	Florida

PATIENT COMMENTS

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9/2/2023 Great Explains in detail diagnosis and treatment
8/25/2023 Dr. Caulkins maintains of positive patient doctor relationship.
9/1/2023 Caring, thorough, takes the time needed.
9/1/2023 DR ALWAYS GIVES THE BEST CARE .
9/5/2023 He took time to explain the results of my blood work & talked through my options.
9/6/2023 .
9/1/2023 No comment
9/1/2023 He is my primary doctor and very thorough during my exams. He is friendly and easy to talk to.
9/1/2023 always running later than set appt time. Last visit I didn't even see the doctor.
7/13/2023 Cares about his patients
7/21/2023 Hes fine. I had a long wait in exam room. very patient and thorough going over data
7/31/2023 He is VERY effective and pleasant to visit.
7/13/2023 I called and asked a question (left a message) on Monday. No response. Had to call on Wednesday and leave another message. They responded to make an appt. I paid a copay for an appt to answer a question that could have been answered on Monday on the phone.
8/1/2023 Dr. Caulkins is knowledgeable. He explains things well, very helpful with my health issues.
7/19/2023 As I already stated, I have implicit trust in him as my primary care physician.
8/2/2023 He’s thorough and explains why he comes to conclusions. He seems to be very well educated in medicine.
7/31/2023 He is always very thorough, asks me questions and listens to me to help finds solution
8/3/2023 Friendly, efficient, listens, experienced
7/31/2023 Dr. Caulkins is very calming, confident, and knowledgeable. He is always able to answer my questions and help with all my issues.
7/27/2023 Scott Caulkins never gives the appearance of being rushed. He is thorough in the examination. He responds to questions. His instructions for further action are clear.
7/25/2023 I've already provided this information in a previous question.
7/11/2023 No comment
7/18/2023 Because he is the best! So caring and helps with whatever ails you!
7/12/2023 very easy to work with -
7/26/2023 Dr Caulkins is caring and listens to me.
7/26/2023 He is a great doctor. He explains everything and listens well.
7/27/2023 II experienced a spike in my blood pressure. Following an exam, Dr. C aulkins advised me to go to the Penrose St Francis ER. He called ahead so they would be expecting me.
7/27/2023 He was very thorough and explained everything. Answered all our questions.
8/1/2023 He shows interest in my health, is a good listener and gives advise when needed.
7/18/2023 Dr. Caulkins is a great doctor. He endures I understand my medical issues snd the appropriate treatment. He is very approachable.
7/22/2023 i AM VERY IMPRESSED WITH SCOTT Caulkins AND THE WAY HE HANDLES HIS BUSINESS.
7/19/2023 He is clear when he explains things. I don’t feel rushed when with him.
7/26/2023 Caring, professional, takes the time necessary.
8/2/2023 Dr. Caulkin is very professional and always thorough on all the treatment. He recommends and explains why the test need to be done. And always advise you if there’s more to the information that he needs to make a diagnosis.
6/23/2023 He is the best! He has been there through my cancer, super high blood pressure, blood clots, anxiety, and now cardiac symptoms!
7/4/2023 My experience with Dr. Caulkins is limited to wellness appointmentsm for my husband and myself. We liked him at those appointments. He is pleasant, treated us respectfully, and recommended blood tests. My husband's results came promply. My tests were done just a few days ago, just before the holiday weekend, so it's too soon to judge promptness of response. Since there has been no reason to treat me, I can't give a fair answer to questions concerning care.
6/27/2023 Thorough. Personable
6/16/2023 Explained changes he was making and answered my questions. Was cordial and relaxing.
7/1/2023 Thorough with lab results.
7/4/2023 He seems to be very competent and caring. He respects the patient's opinions.