Do you have questions about your health? Need help navigating the health care system or understanding certain conditions, medications or other treatments? With decades of health care experience, Mountain Pacific Chief Medical Officer Dr. Doug Kuntzweiler (Dr. K) has the answers. And on Q&A with Dr. K, the doctor is always in.
Measles cases are increasing across the U.S., raising concerns about outbreaks and public health. In this episode, Dr. Doug Kuntzweiler discusses why measles remains a serious threat, how vaccines provide strong protection and what both patients and providers need to know to keep themselves and their communities safe. If you have a question for Dr. K, email QandAwithDrK@mountainpacific.org. Your question will remain anonymous. Additional resources for this episode Johns Hopkins Medicine - Mea...
11 Mar 2025
Should I Be Concerned I Have Dense Breasts?
Nearly half of all women who get a mammogram for the first time will hear this from their doctor: You have dense breasts. But what does this mean? And should women who get this news be concerned? In this episode of Q&A with Dr. K, Dr. Doug Kuntzweiler and Dr. Tiffany Kniepkamp explain what it means to have dense breasts and the health implications. If you have a question for Dr. K, email QandAwithDrK@mpqhf.org. Your question will remain anonymous. Additional resources for this episode Ma...
28 Jan 2025
Is Vaping Safer Than Smoking?
Vaping is a popular trend, especially among young people. Many believe vaping is a safer alternative to smoking or using tobacco and use vaping as a way to quit smoking. But what exactly is involved when you vape? And is it really better for you than smoking? In this episode of Q&A with Dr. K, Dr. Tiffany Kniepkamp joins Dr. Doug Kuntzweiler to discuss what we know about vaping and how it compares to smoking when it comes to our health.If you have a question for Dr. K, email QandAwithDrK@...
23 Dec 2024
What Exactly Is the Prostate? And What Are the Pros and Cons of Prostate Cancer Screening?
In this episode of Q&A with Dr. K, Dr. Doug Kuntzweiler takes us on his personal journey of being diagnosed with and getting treated for prostate cancer. With 1 in 8 men being diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in their lives, and with it being the second leading cause of cancer death for men, get the benefit of both Dr. K's personal experience and expert professional knowledge about what the prostate is, what puts someone at risk for prostate cancer and the screening and treatm...
21 Nov 2024
What Should I Know About Early-Onset Cancer?
Dr. Doug Kuntzweiler and Dr. Tiffany Kniepkamp share expert insights on early-onset cancer, explaining its rising trend, key differences, and who's at risk.
28 Oct 2024
Being an Empowered Patient - How Can Using Technology Improve My Health?
As technology becomes more and more prevalent in the way we receive and even schedule our care, what role do patients play in embracing health information technology to improve health and the health care experience? We wrap up our empowered patient series with Dr. K talking about how technology can prevent health issues or track and help you better understand your health, your care plan and communication with your providers.Additional resources for this episodeHealth IT: Advancing America's H...
29 Sept 2024
Being an Empowered Patient - What Is My Role in Medication Safety?
Taking any medication can have risks, but those risks increase when we do not know key information about the medication, do not take the medication when or how we are supposed to or take multiple medications. Dr. K and special guest Kyla Newland, Mountain Pacific pharmacist, provide tips on how to be more confident in your knowledge and routines so taking your medications is easier -- and safer.Additional resources for this episodeCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Medication Sa...
25 Aug 2024
Being an Empowered Patient - What Questions Should I Ask My Provider?
This episode of Q&A with Dr. K launches our series about what it means to be an empowered patient, starting with having the confidence to ask questions and knowing which questions to ask when talking with your health care provider. Dr. K shares his experience with patients who ask questions, the three main questions we should always ask our doctors and more!Additional resource for this episode:Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI): https://www.ihi.org/resources/tools/ask-me-3-good-qu...
30 Apr 2024
What Is a Power of Attorney, and Why Is Having One So Important?
Talking about death or life-threatening illnesses or injuries is not easy. However, planning for these events makes sure you get the health care you want and offers you and your loved ones peace of mind, helping eliminate difficult decisions in the midst of extreme emotions, confusion and pain. Dr. K and special guest Ramon Mercado discuss important end-of-life planning tools, including advance directives and a health care power of attorney.
Additional resources for this episode:
National Institute on Aging: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/advance-care-planning/advance-care-planning-advance-directives-health-care (https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/advance-care-planning/advance-care-planning-advance-directives-health-care)
Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/in-depth/living-wills/art-20046303 (https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/in-depth/living-wills/art-20046303)
Johns Hopkins: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/patient-care/patients-visitors/advance-directives (https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/patient-care/patients-visitors/advance-directives)
If you have a question for Dr. K, email QandAwithDrK@mpqhf.org. Your question will remain anonymous.
25 Mar 2024
How Dangerous Is It to Have Sex with Someone Who Has HIV?
The human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, is still a public health problem affecting millions of people in the U.S. and around the world, and yet it is an issue we do not talk about - or when we do, it carries stigma and misinformation. Many people, especially young people who did not live during the 1980s epidemic, still do not understand where HIV came from or how it is transmitted. Dr. K gives us the facts about the history, prevention and treatment of HIV.
Additional resources for this episode:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/index.html (https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/index.html)
Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hiv-aids/symptoms-causes/syc-20373524 (https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hiv-aids/symptoms-causes/syc-20373524)
Cleveland Clinic: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4251-hiv-aids (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4251-hiv-aids)
Johns Hopkins: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/hiv-and-aids (https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/hiv-and-aids)
If you have a question for Dr. K, email QandAwithDrK@mpqhf.org. Your question will remain anonymous.
1 Jan 2024
How Can I Stick to My New Year's Resolution to Lower My Blood Pressure?
Whether is for a new year's resolution, an effort to follow doctor's orders or any other reason to improve your health, sticking to a lifestyle change can be challenging. Dr. K offers advice on how to set realistic goals to achieve a healthier you and responds to a listener's question about steps for lowering blood pressure.
Additional resources for this episode:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/index.htm (https://www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/index.htm)
American Heart Association: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure (https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure)
Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-pressure/symptoms-causes/syc-20373410#overview (https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-pressure/symptoms-causes/syc-20373410#overview)
Cleveland Clinic: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/17649-blood-pressure (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/17649-blood-pressure)
If you have a question for Dr. K, email QandAwithDrK@mpqhf.org. Your question will remain anonymous.
27 Nov 2023
What is hospice and what types of care are "allowed?"
What is hospice care? Is it different from palliative care? And why is some care denied when a loved one is on hospice care?
Dr. K addresses these questions and more as we take a few minutes to better understand hospice, where hospice can be provided, who can provide it and more.
Additional resources for this episode:
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization: https://www.nhpco.org/
If you have a question for Dr. K, email QandAwithDrK@mpqhf.org. Your question will remain anonymous.
30 Oct 2023
Is COVID-19 Surfacing Again?
What is the latest with COVID-19? With reports of a bump in positive cases and hospitalizations, is it resurfacing? Who should get the newest COVID vaccine? And how do we know when we are up to date on our COVID vaccinations?
Dr. K responds to a short email with a lot of questions about what is going on with the latest strain of COVID-19, the release of the new vaccine and whether the flu, pneumonia, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and COVID will join forces to make for a rough winter.
Additional resources for this episode:
https://www.vaccines.gov/
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/covid-19-vaccines
https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/symptoms-causes/syc-20479963
Bridge Access Program for free COVID-19 vaccines for uninsured and underinsured adults: https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/07/13/cdc-launch-bridge-access-program-fall-2023-provide-free-covid-19-vaccines-treatments-uninsured-underinsured-adults.html
If you have a question for Dr. K, email QandAwithDrK@mpqhf.org. Your question will remain anonymous.
2 Oct 2023
Will I Get Diabetes if it Runs in My Family?
Understanding diabetes and your risks for developing diabetes can be challenging and a little scary, especially when diabetes runs in your family. What's the difference between prediabetes, type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes? If people in my family have it, is it inevitable I will get it, too? How will I know if I have diabetes? Dr. K answers these questions and more in this episode of Q&A with Dr. K.
Additional resources for this episode:
Your primary care doctor!
https://diabetes.org/
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetes/
If you have a question for Dr. K, email QandAwithDrK@mpqhf.org. Your question will remain anonymous.
28 Aug 2023
Am I Just Forgetful, or Is This Dementia?
We all have trouble remembering details here and there as we get older. Why did I come into this room? Where did I put my car keys? What is that one actor’s name? But when does forgetfulness, a normal part of aging, tip into dementia—which is not a normal part of aging? Dr. K dives into an email asking those questions and more, as we learn about our brains, aging, forgetfulness and dementia.
Additional resource for this episode:
https://www.alz.org/
If you have a question for Dr. K, email QandAwithDrK@mpqhf.org. Your question will remain anonymous.
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