The World of Ideas
Dr. Kunz has posted extensive blogs in the past and written extensively on health, wellness, the healthcare system, and the mind-body connection. We will be rolling out these blogs and posts, old ones and new ones. Be prepared. Expect the unexpected. Serious, funny, deep, silly, controversial. Dr. K likes to think. And to have fun at the same time. Stay tuned.
Efficient Office Rules (and what we’re really thinking)
What follows is an actual copy of a message that we're posting in the office this week. They are really not too bad as a set of guidelines or efficient office rules. We're just trying to work together more efficiently to maximize the quality of your appointment time....
The HIPAA, The Unicorn, and Other Mythological Creatures
Once upon a time, in the Kingdom of the Caduceus, there was a legendary creature, proud, strong, and noble. Although it had never been seen, many versions of its imagined likeness adorned the coats of arms throughout the Kingdom. Most especially the character...
Stairmasters for Statins, Nikes for Niacin
Just heard it on the news. Exercise is "as good" as medication for prevention and/or reversal of vascular disease (heart attack and stroke). Can't say that I disagree. Framingham Heart Study I'm not, but as a reasonably educated observer of people and health, I'll...
Why You Should Immunize – It’s Not Just About You
The earliest documented case of the flu ever in my practice happened today, the last day of summer! So I got my flu shot. Why immunize? Most people really don't know what the flu is. They will come in or call and say, "I think I have the flu." Believe me, if you are...
My List of Frequently Recommended Supplements
I am providing a list of the supplements that I most frequently recommend and what they are commonly used for. Seek my advice or that of another qualified nutrition professional before taking these or any other supplements.
Who Are My Most Memorable Characters?
This blog is not about my father’s advice. It’s about one of my role models who gave me an example of such a life. His name was Tommy. He wasn’t a doctor. He wasn’t one of my teachers. He wasn’t really a friend, although he knew my face and said, “Hi”, when he saw me.
He was a mentally handicapped busboy.
Author / Physician
David W. Kunz, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician & Medical Aesthetic Specialist