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Leighton Tewes, MD

Leighton Tewes, MD

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 (1155 ratings)
Optum Provider

Specialty

Family Medicine

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English

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127 reviews

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 28, 2026
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    When I finally saw him, I was the last patient. He asked a lot of questions, and was very thorough with his responses to my questions. I didnt feel rushed but I was surprised to learn that the building was closed Dr. Tewes spent about an hour

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 27, 2026
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    Very knowledgeable

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 25, 2026
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    He impresses me as a thorough and ake-charge doctor. His recommendations (and action) is proving result in positive results.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 25, 2026
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    All he did was just tell my husband what was wrong with. Never listen to his heart our lungs. Come back for a routine physical in six months and see his PA. Never introduced us to PA, who was available. We are to check portal for blood work before physical. Did not say if it was a fasting blood test. My husband and I were long time patients of Dr. Brodie’s and with Susan. Dr. Tewes never showed much interest in his new patient.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 20, 2026
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    Excellent provider.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 19, 2026
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    I was so impressed with Dr. Tewes. His demeanor, professionalism, and explanation of my condition was clear, and the recommendations and meds prescribed took care of my problem. Unfortunately, some medical professionals come across as condescending. Dr Tewes is just the opposite! I was convinvced that he had my welfare as his primary goal. Very fine physician.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 18, 2026
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    Very good experience in my appointment and very helpful with questions,

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 17, 2026
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    He's thorough, knowledgeable, and caring. Listens, asks questions.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 14, 2026
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    He's knowledgeable. He's always been very nice. I just felt rushed the last time, like he only heard half of what I said.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 13, 2026
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    first time visit

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 13, 2026
    Verified Review

    The most personable Doctor I have had in my 60+ years of medical care.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 11, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr Tewes listens to me and seems generally concerned with my health.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 8, 2026
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    This was my first visit with DR tewes

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 6, 2026
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    I think he is very knowledgeable and up to speed on current medical trends.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 4, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is straight to the point about what you need to comply with to take better care of yourself

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 2, 2026
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    Not enough time to discuss my diagnosis after Dr read extensive test results.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mar 2, 2026
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    Always runs about 20 minutes late; even for an 8:30am appointment.

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Feb 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr.Tewes is a very nice doc. very helpful

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Feb 25, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very professional, very caring

  • ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Feb 25, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very through

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  • About Leighton Tewes, MD

    Dr. Tewes has practiced medicine in Colorado Springs since 2004 and has been named Top Doc in Colorado Springs Magazine. Dr. Tewes is described as caring, conscientious, and funloving. When not seeing patients, he enjoys traveling, snow skiing, and hiking.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Tewes provides comprehensive, patientcentered care and preventive services. He is experienced in managing acute and chronic medical conditions and agerelated complications. He partners with specialists and community resources to optimize the health of each patient.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Family Medicine

    Licenses

    CO, DR0042438

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    OptumCare Network of Colorado

    NPI

    1306881982