About
Dr. Erik Natkin, DO, founded R2 Medical Clinic in September 2019 and leads the practice across its three Denver-area locations. He attended medical school in Los Angeles, California, completed a general surgery internship, and pursued orthopedic surgery training in Oregon. His clinical focus eventually shifted toward pain management, which opened a path into health optimization and regenerative medicine.
Dr. Natkin holds a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree and specializes in preventive and functional medicine. His path to medicine was anything but linear. He grew up in California before moving to Germany at age 11 when his father, a psychiatrist, re-enlisted with the Armed Forces. He completed school there through his first year of college before relocating to Boulder, Colorado, to attend the University of Colorado. Before returning to medicine, he worked in environmental chemistry, ran a small construction contracting company, and held roles in computer information technology. That breadth of experience shapes how he approaches patient care today. Outside the clinic, he enjoys cycling, snowboarding, scuba diving, music, theater, art, travel, and reading.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Colorado, Boulder
Medical School
Medical school in Los Angeles, California
Residency
General surgery internship; orthopedic surgery training in Oregon
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Natkin right for?
Dr. Natkin is a strong fit for adults seeking physician-supervised care for hormone imbalances, weight loss, or sexual wellness. Men dealing with low testosterone or erectile dysfunction benefit from his range of evidence-based treatment options. Women navigating hormonal changes find targeted support through bioidentical hormone therapy and regenerative treatments. Patients interested in peptide therapy, NAD+ therapy, or anti-aging protocols also fit well within his clinical scope. His functional medicine approach suits those who want personalized plans built around root causes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Natkin specializes in preventive and functional medicine, with a clinical focus on hormone optimization, regenerative medicine, and medical weight loss. He treats both men and women across a wide range of services. His approach centers on building personalized treatment plans grounded in evidence-based protocols.
Dr. Natkin holds a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. Osteopathic physicians complete rigorous medical training equivalent to MD programs and hold full prescribing and practice rights. He leads R2 Medical Clinic across all three of its Denver-area locations.
Dr. Natkin treats hormone imbalances, low testosterone, erectile dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, obesity, and age-related decline. He also works with patients seeking peptide therapy, NAD+ therapy, and PRP-based regenerative treatments. His scope covers both men's and women's health concerns.
Dr. Natkin trained at medical school in Los Angeles and completed a general surgery internship before pursuing orthopedic surgery training in Oregon. His focus later shifted toward pain management and health optimization. Before medicine, he worked in environmental chemistry, construction contracting, and computer information technology.
Dr. Natkin builds individualized treatment plans for each patient. He combines evidence-based medical protocols with advanced technologies like shockwave therapy, PRP, and the InMode ApexRF device. His functional medicine background guides him toward addressing root causes rather than isolated symptoms.
Yes, Dr. Natkin treats both men and women. He offers testosterone replacement therapy and erectile dysfunction treatments for men. For women, he provides bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, V-Wave acoustic wave therapy, the O-Shot, and other PRP-based treatments.
Dr. Natkin attended medical school in Los Angeles, California. He then completed a general surgery internship and pursued orthopedic surgery training in Oregon. His clinical interests later evolved toward pain management, functional medicine, and regenerative care.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026