Dr. Butikofer is originally from southeast Idaho near Yellowstone National Park. He graduated from medical school at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle, having many opportunities to train in the northwest region, including his native Idaho. He completed his intern year at Sacred Heart hospital in Spokane, Washington. His training in ophthalmology was completed at the University of Missouri in Kansas City where he participated in clinical research.

Dr. Butikofer is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

Dr. Butikofer has a particular interest in cataract surgery and intraocular lens planning, including astigmatism correction.

He enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the outdoors, and color illustration.