About
Dr. David Flick trained in Family Medicine at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii after completing medical school at the University of California, Irvine in 2013. Before medical school, he spent two years teaching at an international school in Chiang Mai, Thailand and volunteered across eight countries. S. Army awarded him the Health Professions Scholarship in 2009, and he later earned certification as a flight surgeon through an eight-week program at Fort Rucker School of Aviation.
Following four years of active duty at Fort Carson, including one deployment to Europe, Dr. Flick explored rural medicine, private practice, and Kaiser Permanente before joining Touchstone Internal Medicine. He trained to see patients of all ages and brings bedside diagnostic ultrasound skills to the practice. He is passionate about nutrition, healthy cooking, and wellness. Originally from Los Angeles, he now lives in Colorado Springs with his wife, Dr. Renee Marinelli, and their son Lewis. Outside the clinic, he rock climbs, mountain bikes, skis, and hikes.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Loyola Marymount University, B.S. Biology, 2007
Medical School
University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, graduated 2013
Residency
Family Medicine, Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawaii
Additional Training
Flight Surgeon certification, Fort Rucker School of Aviation (8-week program); 2 years teaching at international school in Chiang Mai, Thailand; volunteered in 8 countries abroad
Certifications
Who is Dr. Flick right for?
Dr. Flick is a great fit for patients of any age, including children and families. His family medicine background makes him well suited for patients who want one physician to cover the whole household. Patients interested in nutrition, fitness, and wellness-forward care will connect with his approach. Adults and kids managing acute illnesses or injuries, as well as those seeking preventive care, benefit from his broad clinical training and bedside ultrasound capability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Dr. Flick trained in family medicine and sees patients of all ages, including children. Touchstone Internal Medicine's child and dependent membership covers children and grandchildren of adult members from age 3 through age 26, and Dr. Flick is the primary physician for those younger patients.
Dr. Flick completed medical school at the University of California, Irvine in 2013 and his Family Medicine residency at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii. He then served four years on active duty at Fort Carson, earned certification as a flight surgeon, and gained experience in rural medicine, private practice, and a large health system before joining Touchstone.
Diagnostic ultrasound uses sound waves to produce real-time images of internal organs and body structures. Dr. Flick trained in bedside diagnostic ultrasound and uses it at Touchstone to image select organs and structures during office visits, reducing the need for outside referrals in some cases.
Dr. Flick holds certification as a flight surgeon from Fort Rucker School of Aviation. His family medicine training took place at a military residency program. Patients should contact Touchstone Internal Medicine directly for the most current details on his board certification status.
Dr. Flick is passionate about nutrition and wellness. He incorporates health, nutrition, and fitness planning into his care, which aligns with Touchstone's broader emphasis on preventive medicine and helping members live healthier lives.
Yes. Dr. Flick offers direct communication by text and email for members with clinical questions between visits. This is one of the features Touchstone introduced as part of its 2025 practice improvements.
Dr. Flick spent two years teaching in Thailand and volunteered in eight countries before medical school. His primary clinical language is English; patients with language needs should contact the practice directly.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026