Dr. Butikofer is originally from southeast Idaho near Yellowstone National Park. He graduated from medical school at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle, having many opportunities to train in the northwest region, including his native Idaho. He completed his intern year at Sacred Heart hospital in Spokane, Washington. His training in ophthalmology was completed at the University of Missouri in Kansas City where he participated in clinical research. Dr. Butikofer is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Dr. Butikofer is originally from southeast Idaho near Yellowstone National Park. He graduated from medical school at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle, having many opportunities to train in the northwest region, including his native Idaho. He completed his intern year at Sacred Heart hospital in Spokane, Washington. His training in ophthalmology was completed at the University of Missouri in Kansas City where he participated in clinical research. Dr. Butikofer is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
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A good visit. very professional and informative.
(2 days ago)
Aug-2026
Very knowledgeable and explained everything.
(4 days ago)
Aug-2026
Yes, I like him very nice.
(4 days ago)
Aug-2026
Very professional, kind, and helpful.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Butikofer and his staff was very thorough in my examination and explanation of what I needed to do before my next visit
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Wow... what a kind, compassionate Dr. He took the time to explain the situation of my eyes AND explained surgery options with a referral to a retina specialist! I am grateful I found him. His staff is equally exceptional as well. I am truly very lucky...
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
I have referred three or four friends to Dr Butikofer knowing they would get excellent care.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Professional and friendly as always
Has a great sense of humor
explains all and so easy to understand
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He was great 👍
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He had an intern who carefully took the initial testing. Dr. Butikofer came to complete exam and competently answered several questions I had regarding my vision.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
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2770 N Union Blvd. Suite 240 Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Dr. Butikofer is originally from southeast Idaho near Yellowstone National Park. He graduated from medical school at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle, having many opportunities to train in the northwest region, including his native Idaho. He completed his intern year at Sacred Heart hospital in Spokane, Washington. His training in ophthalmology was completed at the University of Missouri in Kansas City where he participated in clinical research.
Dr. Butikofer is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Dr. Butikofer has a particular interest in cataract surgery and intraocular lens planning, including astigmatism correction.
He enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the outdoors, and color illustration.
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A good visit. very professional and informative.
Very knowledgeable and explained everything.
Yes, I like him very nice.
Very professional, kind, and helpful.
Dr. Butikofer and his staff was very thorough in my examination and explanation of what I needed to do before my next visit
Wow... what a kind, compassionate Dr. He took the time to explain the situation of my eyes AND explained surgery options with a referral to a retina specialist! I am grateful I found him. His staff is equally exceptional as well. I am truly very lucky...
I have referred three or four friends to Dr Butikofer knowing they would get excellent care.
Professional and friendly as always Has a great sense of humor explains all and so easy to understand
He was great 👍
He had an intern who carefully took the initial testing. Dr. Butikofer came to complete exam and competently answered several questions I had regarding my vision.