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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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.
6/16/2023 He has been my Primary Care Physician for years, and he knows my issues and I have great confidence in all that he recommends.
6/16/2023 Very good
6/20/2023 Dr. Caulkins is a very caring, mindful and skilled doc. He takes time to listen and is efficient in getting followup stuff done.
6/14/2023 Very pleased, I didn't feel rushed and I felt he had a genuine interest in any questions I had and he answered very thoroughly.
6/21/2023 Xox
6/10/2023 The Doctor is very understanding and explains what’s going on with lab results!
7/4/2023 Nice guy , but no BS .
7/1/2023 He is a good doctor. He has been a great doctor and a good friend.
6/9/2023 General knowledge, friendly and patient manner.
6/20/2023 Not sure he's up to date on the latest info
6/8/2023 Dr Caulkins seems to be an okay physician. Other parts of Optum and other medical groups deserve a zero rating.
6/20/2023 Cares about my health
6/20/2023 Satisfied with Dr Caulkins
6/3/2023 Very uncaring and uninformative, no followup to my reason for seeing him. Did not give me any information as to why I was experiencing the "flutters."
6/9/2023 He is a great doctor.
6/3/2023 Satisfied with overall care.
6/3/2023 Dr. Caulkins has me come in periodically to see how I'm doing, especially since I'm in my [omitted] and have had some serious medical issues. I appreciate his attention and care for me and my health.
6/23/2023 There is always room for improvement.
5/28/2023 Scott is very good at treating my every conditions, He knows everything that I do out side his office of the treatment I am dealing with those other facilities. He will test me for things what I am telling him and takes the added time on my visit and be fast to get the appointment.
5/27/2023 He’s one of the few doctors that take the time to fully address all concerns and helps take the extra time out for a proper diagnosis.
5/8/2023 He is probably the best doctor i have ever had. He is thorough, detailed, does not over-reach or prescribe. He takes time with me. Very knowledgeable
5/12/2023 He has given me the attention I feel I need.
5/27/2023 Addressed my immediate concerns..
5/11/2023 He explains things thoroughly and clearly. He listens to my input too.
5/28/2023 This was not my PCP and so far both referrals I have received don't accept my insurance.
5/11/2023 Took time to find out what I was experiencing
5/18/2023 Always listens, very knowledgeable, thoughtful and caring.
6/3/2023 He's a good doctor, he takes the time to listen to you and gives you advice and what to do. He also recommends you to a specialist if needed. He's kind and cares about your health.
5/16/2023 Dr. Caulkins is very thorough in my care. He knows my conditions and what I need.
5/19/2023 He is a very good doctor and takes the time to explain things i have had him for years and always happy with him..
6/7/2023 Great doc, easy to talk to and very thorough.
6/7/2023 Again, Dr. Caulkins is very caring. He has always listened to me. He explains everything in a way I can understand.
6/2/2023 Not everything is done in a timely manner.