Derek Kunz, MD

Derek Kunz, MD

Urgent Care, Sports Medicine

Speaks

Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Primary Contact

(208) 302-3500

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Urgent Care
  • Sports Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Saint Alphonsus Orthopedics JCOE W Emerald

6165 W Emerald St
Boise , ID 83704

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Saint Alphonsus Orthopedics JCOE W Emerald

Saint Alphonsus Urgent Care Sister Catherine Way

1150 N Sister Catherine Way
Nampa , ID 83687

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Monday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Saturday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Sunday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Saint Alphonsus Urgent Care Sister Catherine Way

Saint Alphonsus Ortho Urgent Care West Emerald

6051 W Emerald St
Boise , ID 83704

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Monday
11:00am - 7:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 7:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 7:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 7:00pm
Friday
11:00am - 7:00pm
Saint Alphonsus Ortho Urgent Care West Emerald

Saint Alphonsus Urgent Care MHP

3025 W Cherry Ln
Ste A
Meridian , ID 83642

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Saturday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Sunday
8:00am - 7:30pm
Saint Alphonsus Urgent Care MHP

About

Philosophy of Care

Having grown up in rural Idaho, my first exposure to a physician was someone who had to be prepared to deal with a variety of medical conditions as access to a specialist was limited. As I have gone through my medical training, I have held on to the idea that a physician should be able to help a variety of people. Whether it be a life threatening condition or a minor injury, my passion involves getting people back to their goal activity level. From the potato farmer to the elite level athlete, my patients can expect a comprehensive approach to their care and access to a wide variety of treatment plans.



Conditions Treated

  • All sports related injuries
  • Broken bones
  • Concussion
  • Sprains
  • Strains

Procedures Performed

  • Arthrocentesis
  • Compartment pressure testing
  • Diagnostic ultrasound
  • Fracture management with casting/splinting
  • IMPACT testing
  • Landmark based injection
  • Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy
  • Prolotherapy
  • Trigger point injections
  • Ultrasound guided injection

Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center

Medical School:
Wake Forest School of Medicine

Fellowship:
Georgetown University Hospital

Board Certifications

Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medicine

Provider Groups

Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(175 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

199 Reviews

09/10/2024

He was good, just distant. Personality clash on my part.

09/09/2024

Dr. Kunz is awesome!

09/04/2024

Very friendly and courteous

08/30/2024

Everything was very good.

08/27/2024

Thanks

08/27/2024

all good, thanks!

08/26/2024

Happy to see this doctor still around. Comforting to see a familiar face.

08/20/2024

I've seen him before and he makes me feel very comfortable

08/15/2024

I trust the doctor's there as well as the nurse's

08/13/2024

I was able to see Dr. very soon after a scheduled procedure

08/13/2024

Wish Dr. Jin had sooner opening in surgery schedule, but I guess that's because she is so good. so glad she is there.

08/13/2024

So very grateful for all the care!!

07/18/2024

Great staff and I am feeling much better

07/08/2024

Excellent 👍

07/05/2024

Felt confident with his assessment and help.

06/26/2024

Thanks for asking.

06/21/2024

Excellent in care for the patient.

06/17/2024

Very goid

06/13/2024

Muy bueno

05/28/2024

Dr. Kunz was very knowledgeable, understanding and caring.

05/13/2024

My trust & satisfaction says it all.Thank you Dr. Derick Koontz!

05/09/2024

Great

05/08/2024

Overall good visit.

04/18/2024

Professional and friendly.

04/09/2024

Overall it was helpful.

04/08/2024

The PT referral is a JOKE! I just need exercises to help me. They can't get me in until MAY! This is unacceptable. My shoulder is worse after the cortisone shot.

04/03/2024

Dr Kuntz Care about his patients and it's excellent in his care.

04/01/2024

Continue providing good and timely care

03/19/2024

Would recommend dr.kunz

03/18/2024

Explained things really well.

03/13/2024

Keep up the excellent work!

03/07/2024

I chuckled when I left because I think Dr Kunz is used to talking to people who may be hard of hearing! Not offended my graying hair may have given him the impression I needed a little extra volume.

03/04/2024

My experience with Dr Kunz was excellent in every way.

02/29/2024

Nothing

02/24/2024

Very professional.

02/12/2024

No Follow up

02/02/2024

Provided plan to continue my care.

01/29/2024

Again the whole visit was wonderful. Friendly service and staff. Usually get extrememly nervous in situations and they also handled that well.

01/24/2024

have worked with Dr Kuntz and team for 5 years, always caring always consistent have 100% confidence inmy treatment and car

01/03/2024

Honest and open about my options

12/28/2023

I switched from another group in town. I can get in easier and the staff is amazing. Thank you.

12/28/2023

Great doctor and great visit

12/22/2023

If I could choose “excellent” instead of just “very good”, I would.

12/22/2023

Wait to be seen was long

12/20/2023

He made sure I understood him,had good eye contact, gave opportunity to ask questions.

12/19/2023

Dr Kunz is one of the best doctors I've ever seen.

12/15/2023

Cordial and professional

11/09/2023

See my notes at beginning.

11/05/2023

Very nice

11/04/2023

I feel confident about seeing Dr. Kunz with any future issues

10/21/2023

All providers were very kind and explained in detail the procedure they were performing

10/17/2023

Friendly. Professional staff and fantastic dr.

10/15/2023

Real nice people

10/11/2023

Satisfying experience

10/11/2023

I was satisfied

10/09/2023

Very personable and knowledgeble

10/04/2023

I feel understood and taken care of

10/01/2023

He addressed my concerns and went over appropriate options.

09/30/2023

Greatly appreciated everything they did for me

09/23/2023

no

09/20/2023

They were good listeners.

09/06/2023

Excellent in narrowing down my condition and taking care of it

08/30/2023

Dr. Kunz explained problems with words I could understand. Very personable.

08/29/2023

Maintain

08/26/2023

The experience was very good.

08/21/2023

Again, more time spent with the patient would be really appreciated.

08/10/2023

The clinic provides a very comfortable surrounding

08/03/2023

The doctor and assistant were very kind and patient with me. I really appreciated them.

07/30/2023

The CNA was awesome

07/13/2023

It was fine

07/12/2023

none

07/05/2023

The Provider again was excellent...but the reception staff front desk, none are very friendly at all. the few times I've been there now.

06/30/2023

Did not appear to be rushed at all. Explained my process going forward to the next appointment.

06/29/2023

Excellent personnel first to last!

06/29/2023

Can’t say enough good things about my experience. Highly recommend!!

06/28/2023

Excellent care at all stages of my treatment

06/24/2023

Dr Kunz and his staff are top notch and caring. The front desk to check in is a pleasure as well.

06/20/2023

I have mention the receptionist already whe I checked in. I could not see her ID badge it was coverd up by her long hair. Middle counter , chair (I think)first right....

06/18/2023

I am really fortunate to have this team helping me.

06/14/2023

Excellent provider

06/10/2023

The doctor is great but receptionist and hospital policy are horrible

06/08/2023

I would not think of going to another doctor.

06/03/2023

Dr. Kunz and staff are very professional and caring. Willing to adjust and adapt to your needs.

05/18/2023

He is what a Doc Roll Model IS

05/17/2023

I have been seeing Dr. Kunz for a number of years! He and his staff are always very friendly and helpful!

05/13/2023

The procedure was quick, only minor pain and has been quite successful.

05/12/2023

would definitely go back to him

05/05/2023

Dr Kunz is very thorough and good at what he does.

04/30/2023

I felt comfortable with his expertise and trust his intervention.

04/28/2023

Excellent theraputic results!

04/09/2023

Very professional

04/02/2023

I felt well cared for and like my best interest lead the treatment

03/26/2023

Dr Kunz and the clinical staff were amazing.

03/23/2023

Great office from front to back! Hardly no wait time too!

03/16/2023

Thanks for caring and showing that.

03/15/2023

Dr Kunz and his team are efficient, friendly, and thorough.

03/06/2023

Great

02/21/2023

AAA++++ from front to back

02/01/2023

Dr Kunz is fantastic, personable caring attentive

01/21/2023

Highly recommend!

01/01/2023

All good, thank you.

12/23/2022

A little bit of a wait to be seen, physician a little rushed.

12/16/2022

Pleasant and capable

11/21/2022

Stillthe best!!!

11/02/2022

My care snd service sss excellent. Dots pushed are inaccurate.

10/28/2022

They tried their best, all I could ask for.

09/17/2022

I'm very glad I found this Dr., and appreiciate him.

09/15/2022

Very kind and helpful. Gave me a few options to decide for myself in regards to my recovery. Top notch!

08/25/2022

Thank you for your help

08/12/2022

The women at front desk would not allow me to see Kunz, she made me see a surgeon instead,. Quite uoset about this as it hindered my care 3 weeks extra. The surgeon sent me to Kunz for care and I waisted Dr. jurgensmeier’s time. I wanted to see Kunz for care she would not make me the appointment. I was upset with her. Like I thought, I did not want or need a surgeon.

08/12/2022

He uvery good and great bedside manner

08/07/2022

Dr Kunz was great

08/05/2022

It was a nice first time visit with provider.

07/19/2022

Very good.

06/23/2022

I was treated with a shot but saw little improvement.

06/22/2022

Great

06/22/2022

Very good.

06/21/2022

All was excellent & very professional thanks. Very appreciative.

06/16/2022

LOVE this physician- simply the best!

06/15/2022

*Dr. Kunz is very straight forward. Recalled the procedure from the prior visit back in 2021. Excellent doctor!

06/09/2022

It was the least painful cortisone injection that I ever received. MA was terrific too.

06/08/2022

*Dr. Kunz and the staff were great to work with and showed care & concern. It was nice when *Dr. Kunz made himself available via email and asked to be considered when searching for a dr. in the future.

06/06/2022

Dr. Kunz is an excellent physician. He genuinely cares. I recommend him and his team highly.

05/26/2022

Doctor listened carefully to what I had to say, responded in a way I could understand

05/22/2022

Dr. Kunz is well informed with respect to my problem. I have a high degree of confidence in him. His diagnosis and eventual care of my pain has been resolved thanks to his knowledge and expertise.

05/20/2022

It was all good

05/15/2022

Completely satisfied.

05/13/2022

Dr. Kunz is very thorough, professional and has a great bedside manner. I appreciated his expertise.

05/12/2022

*Dr. Kunz is GREAT.

05/11/2022

In my summary of the visit it gave strength & ROM assessments that they never checked and I found this odd. They didn't really look at my knee besides giving me an injection.

05/08/2022

Very satisfied and treated with care

05/03/2022

Both the assistant I saw first and Dr. Kuntz were great. Very comfortable talking to them. Great bedside manners. I went to Dr. Kuntz with a sore shoulder. The injection he gave me did the trick :-) He told me to contact him if the problem reared it's ugly head again.

05/01/2022

Excellent. Love this guy

04/28/2022

Great visit

04/28/2022

Explained everything to me in terms I could understand, he went over each point of my MRI and even drew me a picture of my injury.

04/27/2022

He provided an injection of gel in my l knee and explained everything I needed to know about results and what to expect and what could be done if it didn't work

04/21/2022

It was reassuring to be able to see an orthopedic specialist, in this case.

04/20/2022

Rough start, but got better as the visit went on

04/18/2022

Excellent

04/17/2022

I have calcification of the shoulder tendon. Dr. Kunz recommended having a procedure to reduce or eliminate pain. He answered my questions and gave me information about the procedure, which I'm having done this week.

04/11/2022

I've seen Dr Kunz several times over the past and he is excellent...caring and concerned

04/08/2022

Nurse Sarah Mac Cary was very helpful and empathetic with my needs. I was scared of the long needle dr. C stabbed in my shoulder. She held my hand. It made the bad experience livable. She's the best!

03/27/2022

I look forward to seeing Dr. Kunz.....has helped me tremendously.

03/26/2022

Could have considered that I was in more pain than I may have expressed

03/26/2022

Excellent

03/26/2022

This facility is so ridiculous I have no idea why it is still in business I am so dissatisfied

03/23/2022

Excellent provider, repeat patient

03/23/2022

There's not enough space here to tell you how glad I am, to have been referred to this doctor. With his suggestion for treatment, my forever pain is basically GONE!!!!! Thank you Dr. KUNZ.

03/22/2022

I was not made aware the procedure Dr. Kunz performed was considered a surgery so was surprised when I received a bill for $300. I had x-rays and steroid shots In this office before and not had the extra cost. I understand what was done, just wasn't made aware it would be considered a surgery.

03/21/2022

*Dr. Kunz and his staff are very professional & knowledgeable.

03/09/2022

Dr. Kunz Was great - spent time understanding my problem and explaining results to me. Professional demeanor but also easy to talk to.

03/07/2022

Provider was absent from the building for my appointment and had to wait a half an hour. He dismissed my concerns and he was right. So now I have to jump through hoops again to get the care I need.

03/06/2022

Excellent!

03/04/2022

Dr Kunz and his assistant, Caleb, were fantastic in every aspect. They reassured me, listened to me, gave me all the time that I needed. The radiology staff that did my x-rays were incompetent, slow and had to take multiple x-rays to get it right. There was a BSU student on a practicum and he had no idea what he was doing and the supervising radiologist tech was sitting behind the wall and giving instructions while I am standing there waiting and watching. They finally got the x-rays done, but it was tedious and unprofessional.

02/26/2022

I felt I was a burden to the healthcare of this office during my exam. The Dr. Is obviously overworked and the 2 Techs are very green taking a history and BP. On check out there was a more experienced male Tech who grasped the level of care and really gave for a better feeling of a professional medical provider.

02/17/2022

Dr. put off needed surgery. Steroid shots instead. Not working. PT. - 8 weeks 'til next appointment.

02/12/2022

It was a very good experience. I was seen quickly. Everything was explained to me in a way I could understand. I was treated respectfully by all staff.

01/25/2022

*Dr. Kunz was very thorough, concise, and treated me like he was concerned about me and offered great advice for long-term care.

01/24/2022

*Dr. Kunz & staff always take very good care of me with my orthopedic conditions.

01/17/2022

Had reviewed RT prior to visit , mapped out go forward plan.

01/15/2022

Dr. Kunz is great but his assistant was extremely helpful. He spent time answering my questions, talking about what I could expect at this visit. Would give him a 10 on any question..patient, knowledgeable, respectful, skillful

01/14/2022

Very good.

01/14/2022

The provider and his team were AWESOME!!! Your billing dept. SUCKS!!!

01/05/2022

Love *Dr. Kanz.

01/04/2022

*Dr. Kunz does a great job.

01/04/2022

I was happy with service provided.

12/26/2021

Experience was pretty routine. Doctor seemed like he was in a rush to move on & wrap up my appointment. He is knowledgeable, and gave me exercises for my knees which have been helpful. He did not express care/concern.

12/22/2021

The PT & provider were very informative and considerate especially when they found out how far away I lived.

12/07/2021

I've seen *Dr. Kunz before for the same issue. It was good to build on our history together.

11/29/2021

Knowledgeable and very helpful

11/29/2021

Very good above andBeyond

11/26/2021

This was my first time to this dr. Everyone was very professional -

11/24/2021

Excellent

11/22/2021

As usual it was great.

11/16/2021

Dr Kunz is highly competent, knowledgeable, concerned and easy to communicate with. He is an excellent physician.

11/09/2021

He remembered me from 2 years ago when I first injured my R arm. He was thorough and listened to my concerns.

10/22/2021

I love Dr Kunz

10/22/2021

Dr Kunz and his staff are always great and have treated my bad knees for about 4 years and helped me decide when to get surgery when I needed it and referred me to a great surgeon.

10/22/2021

I was very impressed w/this team. I hurt my shoulder they got me in quickly. Did a procedure - Helped my pain go from 7 -> 2. Took time with me. Made me feel I mattered.

10/15/2021

Very satisfied.

10/15/2021

Great doctor. I have referred another patient to him.

10/13/2021

Great

10/13/2021

Dr. Kunz is very personable and seems to care about his patients. He explains things in language I can understnad.

10/13/2021

Very satisfactory.

10/01/2021

Dr. Kunz takes the time to listen and do a full evaluation. He is very good at explaining conditions and causes. Excellent communication and bedside manner.

09/27/2021

Fantastic doctor and staff!!

09/23/2021

Good.

09/13/2021

Excellent. Dr. Kunz is obviously smart, experienced, and knows what to do to get long distance runners back to running. It's hard to find qualified individuals with that experience. He provided definitive guidance, which is a lot more than I ever got from my other out of state health care group.

09/03/2021

Both *Dr. Kunz and his assistant (*Sheldon) were really good.

09/01/2021

Always a pleasure to get a shot by Dr. Kunz and his team.

08/27/2021

Helped me feel better

08/23/2021

Excellent.

08/13/2021

Dr. Kunz knows his stuff. Very thorough and helpful. Explains the situation even an engineer can understand.

08/13/2021

It was helpful, and I was satisfied with the outcome.

07/17/2021

Excellent visit

07/04/2021

Dr. Kunz is excellent. I appreciate his care.

06/18/2021

*Dr. Nasser was a very good provider and he explained to everything tome. He is so wonderful.

06/17/2021

Thank you very much for the help and finally getting me some answers about my knee.

06/16/2021

Dr Kunz was knowledgeable, respectful and put me at ease quickly. He listened to me a d provided excellent care and concern for my issue. Gave me an excellent referral to the RIGHT Physical Therapist to help me. HIGHLY recommend this provider for Ortho needs.
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