Type Of Business:
Healthcare Center
Marketing Area:
Colorado Springs
Expertise:
Dr. Walton's expertise is in family medicine.
Major Product/SVS:
Healthcare
Favorite Business Publication:
Time; Reader's Digest; Journal of the American Osteopathic Association; Journal of Osteopathic Research
Hobbies/Sports:
Listening to Music, Attending the Theater, Reading, Building Model Ships
Education Degrees:
Internship, Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital, OH (1970-1971); Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, with Honors (1970); Fellowship in Osteopathic Medicine, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (1967-1970); Bachelor's Degree in Pre-Medical Studies, University of Illinois (1965)
Affiliations Awards:
Protocols Committee, Colorado Society of Osteopathic Medicine (1990-Present); Former Member, New York State Osteopathic Medical Society (1985-1987); Former Member, Hawaii Association of Osteopathic Physicians & Surgeons (1982-1985); Former Member, International College of Physicians (1978); Former Member, Editorial Review Board, Journal of the American Osteopathic Association (1972-1989); Former Member, Illinois Osteopathic Medical Society (1971-1981); Public Relations and Education Committee, Speaker Bureau, Colorado Springs Osteopathic Foundation; American Osteopathic Association; El Paso County Medical Society; Colorado Medical Society; American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
Work History:
Physician, Specialty Practice in Manipulative Medicine, Seaford, NY (1986-1988); Assistant Professor of Osteopathic Medicine, Director of Post-Graduate Intern and Resident Training, New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (1985); Physician, Family Practice, Wailuku Maui, HI (1981-1985); Physician, Olympia Fields Osteopathic Medical Center (1974-1981); Co-Director, Investigator of Research, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (1972-1979); Associate Professor of Osteopathic Medicine, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (1971-1981); Family Practice Specialist, Chicago, IL (1967-1970)
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of his career is being able to help patients who are in need.
Charity:
Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orchestra; Colorado Springs Chorale; Theatreworks, Colorado Springs; The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals; Feed the Children; Springs Mission; World Wildlife Fund; Appalachian Christian Fund
Number Of Years In Profession:
38
Number Of Years In Current Position:
19
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his upbringing in a loving, caring Christian home and the exceptional training he received in medical school and post-graduate studies.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because he was inspired by his father, who was a doctor.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Walton was the coordinator of post-graduate osteopathic training for a number of New York hospitals from 1985 to 1987 including: Coney Island General Hospital, St. Claire's Hospital, Long Beach Memorial Hospital, Methodist Hospital, Peninsula General Hospital, Interfaith Hospital and Brookdale Medical Center.
Education Certifications:
Board Certified in Family Practice, American Board of Family Medicine, Inc.; Level I Accreditation, Division of Workers' Compensation
Awards/Honors:
National Registry of Who's Who (2001); Top Family Doctors Award, Consumers' Research Council of America (2001); Outstanding Young Men of America (1970); Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges (1970); Iota Tau Sigma Senior of the Year, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (1970); Fellowship Award in Osteopathic Medicine, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (1970)