About
Dr. Kevin Colton is a board-licensed internal medicine physician based in Templeton, California. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from California State University, San Bernardino in 1984. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago in 1988. He finished both his internship and Internal Medicine residency at the University of California Davis in Martinez, completing his training in 1991.
Before his medical career, Dr. Colton served as a United States Army Medic from 1976 to 1979 and completed Army Paramedic training in 1979. The United States Air Force named him 93rd Medical Group Physician of the Year in 1992-1993. America's Guide to Top Physicians has recognized him continuously since 2007. He serves as Vice Chair of the Twin Cities Board of Governors and as a Board Member of the San Luis Obispo County Medical Society. He belongs to the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the California Medical Association. Outside of medicine, he enjoys jogging, four-wheel off-road exploring, and camping with his family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
California State University, San Bernardino, CA – Bachelor of Science, Biology, 1984
Medical School
Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago, IL – Doctorate of Medicine, 1988
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of California Davis, Martinez, CA, 1989-1991
Additional Training
Internship: University of California Davis, Martinez, CA, 1988-1989; United States Army Medic 1976-1979; United States Army Paramedic 1979
Who is Dr. Colton right for?
Dr. Colton is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term, relationship-driven approach to primary care. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his proactive, prevention-first focus. He works well with patients who value direct access to their physician, including same-day appointments and after-hours phone availability. Adults seeking thorough annual wellness screenings and a personalized health plan will find his practice well-suited to their goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Colton specializes in internal medicine for adult patients. His clinical focus includes preventive care, chronic disease management, and comprehensive wellness planning. He treats conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension.
Dr. Colton brings over 25 years of clinical experience and training to his practice. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of California Davis and has practiced in California throughout his career.
Dr. Colton earned his medical degree from Loyola Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago in 1988. He completed both his internship and Internal Medicine residency at the University of California Davis in Martinez, finishing in 1991.
Yes. Dr. Colton holds an affiliation with Twin Cities Community Hospital in the Templeton area. He also serves as Vice Chair of the Twin Cities Board of Governors.
Yes. Dr. Colton served as a United States Army Medic from 1976 to 1979 and completed Army Paramedic training in 1979. The United States Air Force later recognized him as 93rd Medical Group Physician of the Year in 1992-1993.
America's Guide to Top Physicians has listed Dr. Colton as a Top Physician continuously since 2007. The United States Air Force also named him 93rd Medical Group Physician of the Year in 1992-1993.
Dr. Colton holds memberships in the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the California Medical Association. He also serves as a Board Member of the San Luis Obispo County Medical Society.
Dr. Colton centers his practice on building strong, lasting relationships with each patient. He develops personalized health plans through education and encouragement, recognizing that every patient has different needs for improving health, function, and longevity.
Yes. Dr. Colton sees every patient personally at office visits. Patients do not see a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in his place.
Yes. Dr. Colton is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. This 24/7 access is one of the core benefits of his MDVIP concierge practice.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026