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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He is an excellent doctor. He explains everything very well and is a very good listener.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Always professional and very personable.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Butikofer is professional but also personable. I really am glad he is my doctor. He is very knowledgeable and he explains what is taking place with your vision. Very good doctor.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Office was efficient and on time. Dr. Butikofer was thorough and took time to answer my questions
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Very nice Dr.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Personable,punctual. Thorough. A good experience.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Office staff is very friendly. Wait time for my appointment was minimal. The doctor is easy going and answers any questions. It was a follow up visit after surgery yesterday; all is well
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
I trust Dr. Butikofer and look forward to future eye health appointments with him.
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Exceptional all around..
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Very professional and easy to talk to
(1 month ago)
May-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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He is an excellent doctor. He explains everything very well and is a very good listener.
Always professional and very personable.
Dr. Butikofer is professional but also personable. I really am glad he is my doctor. He is very knowledgeable and he explains what is taking place with your vision. Very good doctor.
Office was efficient and on time. Dr. Butikofer was thorough and took time to answer my questions
Very nice Dr.
Personable,punctual. Thorough. A good experience.
Office staff is very friendly. Wait time for my appointment was minimal. The doctor is easy going and answers any questions. It was a follow up visit after surgery yesterday; all is well
I trust Dr. Butikofer and look forward to future eye health appointments with him.
Exceptional all around..
Very professional and easy to talk to