Kathryn Hughes, MD, MPH
Occupational Medicine
Speaks
Languages
English
Provider Groups
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group
Primary Contact
(208) 452-8040
Services & Specialties
Areas of Specialization
- Occupational Medicine
Locations & Contact
Primary Location
SAMG Occupational Med FHP
910 NW 16th St,
Ste 102
Fruitland
, ID 83619
SAMG Garrity Campus Occ Med
1150 N Sister Catherine Way
Nampa
, ID 83687
SAMG Occupational Med Elm
315 E Elm St
Ste 100
Caldwell
, ID 83605
SAMG W Emerald Occupational Medicine
6051 W Emerald St
Boise
, ID 83704
About
Dr. Kathryn Hughes grew up in New England but served a full career as a pilot and physician in the US Air Force. She graduated from the Air Force Academy and attended medical at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She is board certified in both Aerospace and Occupational Medicine, with a Masters in Public Health from the University of Michigan. She has been a Federal Aviation Administration Aviation Medical Examiner for over 20 years. Dr. Hughes believes that maintaining health and preventing injuries are critical for patients to enjoy both their work and personal lives in balance. She has a passion for aviation, and as current pilot she enjoys sharing her love of flying and helping pilots achieve their goals.
Conditions Treated
- Blood pressure screening
- Chemical exposure services
- Drug screen & breath alcohol collection
- Hearing & vision screening
- Injury assessment & treatement
- Lab services & X-ray
- Physical exams (DOT, HazMat, Pre-Employment, Respirator)
- Pulmonary function testing
- Worksite safety consultation
Education & Certifications
Education
Residency:
US Air Force Medical Edu HQ
Medical School:
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Board Certifications
Aerospace Medicine, Aerospace Medicine