

Leighton B Tewes, MD
Family practice
Optum Southwest
New West Physicians
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Languages Spoken
:English
Clinic Phone
:Please call 844-518-9725, TTY 771 for any questions around finding a doctor or enrolling in a plan that works for you
Medical School
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Residency
Franklin Square Medical Center/MedStar Health
Board Name
American Board of Family Medicine
Biography
Dr. Tewes graduated with academic distinction from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1997. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in 2001 and completed his postgraduate internship and residency training at Franklin Square Medical Center in 2004. Dr. Tewes has practiced medicine in Colorado Springs since 2004 and has been named Top Doc in Colorado Springs Magazine. Dr. Tewes provides comprehensive care and preventive services with a focus on adult medicine and geriatrics. He is experienced in managing acute and chronic medical conditions and age-related complications. He partners with specialists and community resources to optimize the health of each patient.
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