Dr. Nathan S. Trookman
October 27, 2025
Dr. Nathan S. Trookman, beloved physician and mentor, dies at 58
Dr. Nathan S. Trookman, a brilliant physician and treasured mentor, died unexpectedly on October 27, 2025, at the age of 58. Nate was beloved by his family of partners and staff, his patients and the greater Colorado Springs community. “Dr. T” will be remembered for his clinical expertise, excellent care, and his wicked sense of humor and practical jokes. Born in 1967 in Phoenix, Arizona, Nate dedicated his life to his family, patients and colleagues. A gifted student, he graduated from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency in Dermatology at the University of Arizona. He fell in love with Colorado the first time he visited and promptly claimed it as his home. He was the cherished managing partner at Colorado Springs Dermatology for over 30 years.
Outside of his professional life, Nate’s greatest joy was his role as husband and father. He is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Carrie, sons Jake, Matt, and Ben, and his ambassador-partner poodle Lily, who accompanied him to visit patients and staff at local hospitals. He is also survived by his mother, Sandra Trookman, and sister Debbie Trookman (Phoenix, AZ), in-laws Kelvin and Carolyn Hecht (Avon, CT), brothers-and sisters-in-law Charles and Robyn Hecht (Needham, MA). Jennifer and Eric Leventhal (Rye, NY), nephews Alex and Jason, Aunt Barbara, Aunt Penny, and his many adored cousins who were his childhood best friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Leonard Trookman, and his niece Danielle Leventhal.
Funeral services will be held Thursday October 30 at 11:00 am at Temple Shalom, 1534 E. Monument Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80909.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to https://support.firstdescents.org/campaign/danielles-dreams-adventure-program/c388028