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Stephen Farkas, DO

Stephen Farkas, DO

4.6 out of 5 (468 patient ratings)


East
6340 Barnes Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80922

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Phone: 1-719-522-1133
Fax: 1-719-538-2999


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

Dr. Farkas’ training and experience in the US Army includes Combat Operations out of Kirkuk Air Base in Iraq, as well as Expeditionary Medical Hospital Training and Combat Casualty Care. He joins Optum’s team of Family Medicine providers at the East location to provide the same quality care to his patients in Colorado Springs as he delivered to his patients under his care during his military career. When he’s not in the clinic, Dr. Farkas enjoys skiing and other outdoor activities such as scuba diving and golf.

Education

2001Residency University of Nebraska Medical CenterOmaha, NE
1997Rotating InternshipHealth OneDenver, CO
1996Doctor of Osteopathic MedicineWestern University of Health SciencePomona, CA
1992Bachelor of Science in BiologyUniversity of CaliforniaRiverside, CA

Experience

2013 - PresentFamily Practice PhysicianOptum
2005 - 2013Family Practice PhysicianUS ArmyFort Carson, CO
2005 - 2012Surgeon General and Chief of Physical Exams 302 ASTSUSAFRPeterson AFB, CO
2004 - 2005Clinical Chief – Family Practice ClinicUSAFPeterson AFB, CO
2001 - 2004Family Practice PhysicianUSAF RAF Lakenheath Hospital, England

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Family Physicians

PATIENT COMMENTS

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6/9/2023
Dr Farkas
6/16/2023
I have already sent him the most wonderful review near the beginning of this survey! Please makesure he sees that and I will ask him!
7/1/2023
He works with me, explains things, etc. Plus, good personality, very pleasant. I especially like that I can ask questions, etc. through the portal and he always answers.
6/16/2023
Sometimes I don’t feel secure in diagnosis’s
6/8/2023
again very thorough,pleasant and supportive
6/29/2023
Dr. Farkas is easy to talk with, he's approachable. Keep him around.
6/16/2023
His professionalism, willingness to listen, breadth of knowledge, etc.
6/21/2023
He is very thorough and patient. He explains everything so you can understand. He answers any questions. I feel that he is very trustworthy.
6/23/2023
Dr. Farkas listens to my concerns and explains my medical treatment thoroughly. He takes his time during the appointment to go over my treatment plan.
6/9/2023
Dr. Farkas is very thorough in explaining information regarding my childs health. I would definitely recommend him to my friends and family!
6/27/2023
he is very personable and cares about my well being. I am very comfortable with him and feel he's doing all the things for my well being. I recommend him to everyone.
6/9/2023
He listens to what you have to say and asks questions. Then he asks if I have any questions.
6/14/2023
Dr farkas is very thorough in his treatments and diagnosis of what ails me. I recommend all the time.
7/1/2023
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6/22/2023
Dr. Farkas is a wonderful, thorough, knowledgeable doctor… best doctor I’ve had in about 20 years.
6/9/2023
I called two time and left message for Dr. Farkas to call back about chest result of chest x-ray and never called me!
6/9/2023
He is an excellent doctor.
6/23/2023
He is always on top of my problem and tries to help me the problems.
6/20/2023
He is a good doctor
6/16/2023
No reason not to.
6/3/2023
He's nice and communicated well with patients. He takes his time and doesn't seems to rush.
6/21/2023
Easy to understand.
6/20/2023
Very satisfied
6/20/2023
He is hard to get an appointment with so most of the time I see his NPs.
5/27/2023
He always listens, explains thing thoroughly. He takes his time, you do not feel rushed, you feel like he really care about you.
6/2/2023
Very patiently explaining my question in detail.
5/9/2023
I was highly satisfied with his attention to my case and the things which needed to be done to insure satisfactory results.
5/28/2023
He is an excellent doctor. Not afraid to hold me accountable. Always keeps me informed and has compassion. I've never had as good of a patient doctor relationship as I have with Dr. Farkas. I value him not just as a doctor but as an individual.
6/6/2023
He is outstanding and thorough.
6/1/2023
Friendly, knowledgeable doctor listens well and provides good recommendations.
5/11/2023
He’s always been helpful and quick to respond.
6/2/2023
A DOCTOR WHO LISTENS AND CARES IS A DOCTOR YOUR HAPPY WITH AND YOU WILL BE WITH THAT DOC AS LONG AS YOU LIVE
5/29/2023
Dr. Farkas is thorough, welcoming, honest, provides follow-up. I feel secure with Dr. Farkas.
6/7/2023
Very thorough. Caring and explained everything well. Really well organized exam.
4/29/2023
Great doctor!
4/27/2023
Stephen Farkas is a great doctor and he works well with any health issues that I have.
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