Dr. Julia Rifkin, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
40+ years of experience
Dr. Julia Rifkin, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Lone Tree, CO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rifkin has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. She graduated from University of Colorado At Denver in 1983. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital and UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.2 Star Rating
Based on 68 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (68 reviews)
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9548 Park Meadows Dr Lone Tree, CO 80124Telehealth available
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Dr. Rifkin's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rifkin
4.2
68 ratings, 30 with a written review
| 5 star | 79% | 79% |
| 4 star | 1% | 1% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 19% | 19% |
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Absolutely wonderful
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 22, 2025
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Great Doctor
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 22, 2024
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I was very pleased with my first visit with Dr. Rifkin. She was personable, listened to my concerns and went over different treatment options. She spent 40 min with me. My regular physician spends 10 min a year with me and made poor choices for my care. I am looking forward to working with Dr Rifkin.
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May 14, 2019
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Dr. Rifkin came in seeming very concerned and earnest in her first visit with me. Then, after listening to my symptoms and concerns, she immediately dismissed them, told me I probably have diabetes, despite having none of the symptoms, told me she would test for another very obscure syndrome; of which I have no symptoms, and if those came back negative there was nothing else she would do... I will never see her or anyone in her office again.
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No results
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Apr 09, 2019
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Dr Rifkin literally saved my life. Her willingness to listen and to search out a means to support her patients is remarkable. Dr Rifkin saved my life because of who she is. Her team is just like her, caring and committed.
Thank you again
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Bill B in Castle Rock, CO – Sep 27, 2018
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I feel very fortunate to have found Dr. Rifkin. She is an outstanding endocrinologist -- very knowledgeable and thorough; an expert in her field. She is also kind, cheerful, and attentive, something that I always appreciate from a medical professional. Dr. Rifkin treated me for thyroid and adrenal issues and I could not have been happier. M Bayes
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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M Bayes in COLORADO SPRINGS – Mar 01, 2018
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She never diagnosed me as Type 1, She never tested me for Type 1. Treated me as a Type 2 Diabetic without success for over 1.5 years. Left her practice where my new doc immediately tested me and found I was Type 1!!! Spent a lot of $$$ at Rifkins office for NOTHING, while my sugars were out of control for over a year. Useless.
What went well
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Littleton – Feb 24, 2018
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When Dr. Rifkin left Centura, I received a voicemail and a letter stating that she would be unavailable until the new practice was open (2 months later). The voicemail included Dr. Rifkin's private number so that I could contact her personally with any concerns or refill requests. Dr. Rifkin has balanced out my levels and is an honest practitioner.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kathryn in Colorado Springs, CO – Dec 29, 2017
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I found Dr. Rifkin to be excellent although I was frustrated with problems her clinic had submitting prescriptions. However, Dr. Rifkin left the Centura network, closed her office, and won't be available to contact until late October -- 2 1/2 months after I received a letter from Centura. I never received notification from Dr. Rifkin. I don't have enough refills available dor my prescriptions. I don't know who to contact about my files. This is ridiculius and impossible to understand.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Colorado Springs, CO – Sep 22, 2017
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Dr Rifkin closed her office in Littleton with no advance notice to her patients. The word was put out she was retiring but she's moving to CU Health at Fitz. My. Husband and I were not not notified and left without refills. We receive a letter in the mail the same week the office clos ed we do not recommend her. Thinking about filing a complaint.
What went well
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't explain conditions well
7 others found this helpful
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Wendy in Littleton CO – Sep 08, 2017
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Dr. Rifkin and her staff have been a God send to help me with my condition. There is caring, compassion and knowledge about my disease and all the side effects. I know of no one better then Dr. Rifkin's office (and I have tried many others over the last 25 years).
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Marilyn Charron in Parker, CO – May 11, 2017
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Dr. Rifkin is the best. She is very knowledgeable, professional, and so, so nice. She really cares about her patients, and is positive, compassionate and caring. I am so lucky to have found her.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Eileen in Lakewood, CO – Apr 12, 2017
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Good!'
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rick mathis in littleton,Co – Jan 20, 2017
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She didn't rush me through my appointment. She is all about good health & educating patients, and not just putting a bandaid on your health problem. Being a diabetic is not easy. Nice to have a Dr. who cares. Didn't have to wait long. Friendly staff. worth the wait to get an appointment. Very caring doctor that I trust.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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James in Denver, CO – Dec 16, 2016
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Dr. Rifkin is a lovely person. My glucose numbers have not been great, and I was worried I would be judged. But I was not judged. Dr. Rifkin approached my health as a team player; she gave me reasonable goals and certainly was 100% supportive. Her staff is equally kind and lovely and so respectful. I would and will whole-heartedly refer family and friends to Dr. Rifkin. I will also be thanking my Primary Care doctor for the suggestion that I see Dr. Rifkin.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Patti in Llittleton in Littleton, CO – Dec 02, 2016
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Don't hope that get an appointment anytime soon. Even as an existing patient having a chronic urgent worsening of condition she wouldn't see us again for 2 months when alerted of a major issue because she's overburdened with patient volume. Disappointimg.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Rubyone in Parker, co – Nov 24, 2016
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Very helpful. Adjusted my insulin pump the last 2 visits. A1C test now 6.7%. Rare low readings.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Shane Clark in Englewood, CO – Oct 17, 2016
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Clear explanations from Doctor and very nice MAs.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Michael Krauss in Denver, CO – Aug 21, 2016
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I was diagnosed with hypothyroid 3 years ago. Dr. Rifkin is the best and most knowledgeable specialist that I have been to. She listens to your concerns and respects the patient. Only problem is it takes forever to finally schedule an appointment and when I scheduled my first appointment with her last year it wasn't for 2 months. So make sure you know it will take a while to actually see her. But that doesn't even effect my view on her. She and her staff are very nice and easy to talk to.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
8 others found this helpful
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SD in Castle Rock, CO – Jun 13, 2016
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What a wonderful office and staff. From the front reception, MA, to Dr. Rifkin herself! Kind, courteous, and very professional. Camila, the MA is extremely sweet and very good bed-side manner! Awesome group - you should be proud of your staff!!
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Cereta Grimes in Colorado Springs, CO – May 14, 2016
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About Me
biography
Dr. Julia Rifkin, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Lone Tree, CO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rifkin has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes & Glucose...read moreEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Internal Medicine
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1978
Undergraduate SchoolLoretto Heights College
Undergraduate SchoolUniversity Of Arizona Health Sciences Center
Fellowship Hospital, 1989University Of Arizona Health Sciences Center
Residency Hospital, 1987Presbyterian/st. Luke's Medical Center
Internship Hospital, 1985University Colo Health Sci Center
Internship Hospital, 1984University Of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Internship Hospital, 1984University Of Colorado At Denver
Medical School, 1983University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Internal Medicine
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Learn more about medical license public record checkOutstanding Educator, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 2000
Outstanding Faculty Teaching Award, University of Colorado HSC, April 22,
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- Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
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Office7750 S Broadway Ste 220 Littleton, CO 80122
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- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well - Recipient of 4
hospital awardsView all awardsCritical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
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87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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