Kara Kuntz, MD

Kara Kuntz, MD

Geriatric Medicine

Speaks

Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Primary Contact

(208) 302-5470

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Geriatric Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Saint Alphonsus Geriatrics Curtisian

5966 W Curtisian Ave
Boise , ID 83704

View hours
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 Geriatrics Curtisian

About

As a board-certified Family Medicine physician who specializes in Geriatrics, Dr. Kara Kuntz emphasizes healthy living and preventive medicine, encouraging her patients to take an active role in their healthcare goals. She helps patients and families work together to maintain their health, function and a better quality of life.
 

Philosophy of Care

It is my goal to provide compassionate, evidence based quality health care that respects patient's values while empowering patients and families to be active participants in the pursuit of health and quality of life.
 

In the Media

Dr. Kuntz explains the differences between Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia in a blog article here.

Life in Balance: You can reduce your risk of future dementia


 

2023 Patients' Choice Award2019 Patients' Choice Award

Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
Full Circle Health Family Medicine Residency of Idaho

Residency:
Family Medicine Residency of Idaho

Medical School:
University of Washington School of Medicine

Medical School:
University of Washington Medical Center

Fellowship:
Full Circle Health Family Medicine Residency of Idaho

Fellowship:
Family Medicine Residency of Idaho

Board Certifications

Geriatric Medicine, Geriatric 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

(45 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.

100 Reviews

09/26/2024

Great

09/23/2024

So glad to see a physician that takes time and doesn’t rush off in a hurry to take the next scheduled patient

08/19/2024

I was very impressed with the care I received.

08/19/2024

This was my third geriatric exam with Dr. Kurtz and her team. All the exam have been a good experience. Test results have been consitent, and Dr. Kuntz and recommeded some "Cognitive Therapy". I've scheduled the first appointment for [date]

08/01/2024

I felt that I was heard and problems addressed.

07/11/2024

Very supportive and caring

05/16/2024

Well done.

04/22/2024

Both care givers exhibited patience as they asked questions about my symptoms relating to lack of sleep, chest tightness, need for exercising, and eating proper amounts of proteins and vegetables. I need all the reminders to help me stay on track.

03/04/2024

She was very couteous and professional.

02/26/2024

Thank you Dr Kunz and Kathleen SW for helping with difficult decisions and giving clear answers to my questions regarding safety for my husband and completion of POST.

02/15/2024

Would come back and refer acquaintances again and again.

01/29/2024

listened carefully to me

01/22/2024

Very understanding & supportive

01/22/2024

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01/17/2024

we appreciate her information and candor, her knowledge and compassion are always evident

01/17/2024

Dr. Kuntz is very thoughtful and really listened.

12/04/2023

I liked her very much

11/21/2023

The first word that comes to mind after my experience with your team is the word compassionate. Each member of the team seem to really care about me. I had this experience with my doctors in Naples Florida. They were superb in every way. It’s been difficult for me to make such a big move at the age of 81 with Parkinson’s. So I’ve had some difficulty finding doctors. But everyone that we met at Saint Alphonsus was wonderful.They did answer my questions and since I have a background as a reporter I have a Lot of questions. Your team answered my questions and I thought they were really concerned about me. So yes indeed I certainly would recommend this group of doctors to anyone asking me about my experience

11/13/2023

Dr Kuntz was magnificent in her interpersonal skills, knowledge, and professional demeanor.

11/06/2023

Dealing with a patient with memory problems documented for over 8 years, as her caregiver, I am severely disappointed in the way MD and PA gathered information. Time with the patient is extremely valuable, but when they have memory loss, like MD admitted she noticed in examination, they did not make any effort or spend any time gathering information from caregiver for over 8 years. The results of the appointment have been extremely detrimental to the health of the patient, I wish they could see the consequences of the way they handled the appointment

11/02/2023

Dr. Kuntz is excellent !!!Wish I could see her more often .

10/31/2023

She explained things to me in language I understand.

10/27/2023

Dr. Kuntz and her team have improved my perspective about moving forward with my father's care. This was a game-changing appointment and I'm very optimistic about the follow-up actions and how they'll benefit my father and our family.

10/24/2023

Excellent doctor.

10/12/2023

I felt comfortable & valued

10/07/2023

I hope Dr. Kuntz can continue her care of me until I pass on.

10/06/2023

I was thoroughly satisfied with the care I received, which was better than any other provider I've had. The standard they followed is stellar. I will recommend them to everyone!

09/29/2023

Dr Kuntz and team are PERFECT!

09/19/2023

Excellent.

09/03/2023

Very professional

09/01/2023

Great job. Felt like I had a team of advocates join us…in what has been an otherwise isolating experience.

08/28/2023

Thorough, clear, helpful, supportive

08/20/2023

Experience was very positive and uplifting. Suggest offering potty break(s) and water for elder patients

08/19/2023

The appointment was a good followup to my inititial visit with Dr.Kuntz last year.

07/14/2023

Feel very comfortable sharing any issues

07/04/2023

Very good provider

07/01/2023

They were very understanding and caring.

06/17/2023

Kind knowledgeable offers suggestions, makes recommendations

06/14/2023

Very good

06/01/2023

She is a very caring person

05/22/2023

Staff provided good information

05/21/2023

My wife and I have been patients of Dr Kuntz since she was in residency we have watched her grow and become the best of the best

05/12/2023

Dr. Kara Kuntz is the best!

05/07/2023

She is the best primary care provider I’ve ever had.

04/16/2023

From the beginning to the end I was treated with great respect.

03/31/2023

Excellent listener

03/26/2023

St. Al’s is very fortunate to have Kara Kuntz on their team.

02/27/2023

I felt that my health issues and questions were thoroughly addressed, I learned a great deal, left feeling better and with a plan. Truly excellent caregiver.

02/12/2023

She is superb. Great Doctor. I will continue to get my medical from her as long as I can. 🤓👏👏🥳

01/14/2023

Person who did the blood draw was not good at all, struggled to get one tube, left a very sore and bruised arm.

01/07/2023

I look forward to my well visits with Dr. Kara.

10/20/2022

I only wish there were more practices like Dr Kuntz's.

10/07/2022

thankful that she noticed my issues and referred me to a specialist

08/15/2022

She takes time to listen to everything we say. She treats us as if we were great friends

08/05/2022

She is one of the most kind and caring doctor I have ever had. Being 89 years of age, I have had a lot of doctors.

08/02/2022

Absolutely excellent! *Dr. Kuntz listens very well, ask the right questions in a truly helpful way I was never rushed. Top flight use of humor and science in her demeanor. Very thorough and comprehensively kind goes the extra step to resolve the patients issues, including great referrals.

07/23/2022

Excellent provider, social worker, pharmacologist & MA/nurses.

07/05/2022

Great visit -

06/29/2022

I lover *Dr. Kuntz; she is kind & attentive. She shows concern much more than most doctors I've seen.

06/21/2022

New patient no comment yet.

06/07/2022

*Jeremy - the pharmacist in the office is VERY helpful regarding medications. *Dr. Kuntz has always treated my mother with the utmost care. She is able to explain things in a way she can understand.

06/03/2022

*Dr. Kuntz is very thorough & yet very caring & considerate -

06/03/2022

Several other people come in to talk to me and get all my information and testing done. They are all courteous and listen well.

05/27/2022

We saw Dr. Kunz and other members of the Geriatric Group. They were all very empathetic and helpful

05/27/2022

*Dr. Kunty is wonderful.

05/10/2022

I had to have blood work. They couldn't get a vein. Sent me across the road to hospital lab. I wish they had someone on staff who was more capable of doing this in their office.

04/30/2022

Dr. Kuntz has always been very kind and helpful to not only our mom but to the family as well. We are very fortunate to have her as a provider.

04/29/2022

Excellent as always.

04/28/2022

I was very impressed. Kara seems very knowledgeable and personable, a rare combination.

04/28/2022

*Dr. Kuntz has been our (my husband as well) doctor for the last few years. She is caring and always takes extra time to ask questions. Which helps to remind us of things we might have forgotten.

04/26/2022

Aalways great

04/22/2022

*Dr. Kuntz & *Christina are wonderful. *Dr. Kuntz addresses health issues far better than prior provider.

04/22/2022

Sometimes I feel like I'm in the principals office and I'm in trouble for something. There is not much warmth from my doctor.

04/11/2022

Excellent in covering my needs and concerns. Fully committed to caring for all my health, etc.

04/04/2022

*Kara Kuntz is an excellent doctor. St. Al's should be very happy to have her on their team.

04/04/2022

It is a large team and they have information I need to care for my mother.

04/04/2022

She did a great job. She gave me a test that I did not do well. She decided I should not drive because I had a concussion from a fall I had and explained I need to have physical therapy.

03/11/2022

*Dr. Kuntz is wonderful she is patient with me and very caring - she is the best - her staff are equally patient and caring.

02/17/2022

*Dr. Kuntz was respectful, attentive, caring, professional, thorough and friendly. I felt at ease and that I was in very capable hands.

01/20/2022

*Dr. Kuntz is the BEST primary physician I've ever had! And her staff is top-notch, as well.

01/04/2022

Great visit felt listened to/concerned.

12/26/2021

This appointment was an initial meeting with *Dr. Kuntz since my previous GP was not longer seeing patients outside his specialty. I am delighted with *Dr. Kuntz knowledge, compassion, communications and recommendations. I have already recommended her to a friend.

12/17/2021

*Dr. Kuntz & her MA make [name] feel comfortable - They let him express his concerns and explain things completely. Wonderful team!

11/30/2021

My needs were met, I was taken care of.

11/26/2021

I was satisfied - with the care.

11/22/2021

Very pleased.

11/19/2021

This was just a check up - no emergency or problems.

10/04/2021

St. Al's is very lucky to have *Kara Kuntz on your team. She is excellent.

09/30/2021

I felt like possible serious problem was checked - other concerns were glossed over and ignored.

08/30/2021

Always professional.

08/10/2021

Good. No complaints.

07/13/2021

Always look forward to see *Dr. Kuntz.

07/12/2021

Gerontology team is excellent. *Dr. Kuntz is particularly exceptional - - in expertise, manner, concern, time devoted.

07/02/2021

She was very good & I felt knowledgeable & informative & cheerful. For so young I thought she was good with this old woman (Parkinson's) - WRITING???

06/23/2021

They already know about me & my history (medical) & they know my ongoing concerns - - They all work well w/each other - nurses, MD's, & newer staff members - I can't imagine going to anyone else.

06/18/2021

She makes sure there are no problems or questions left unanswered.

06/11/2021

We feel since *Dr. John has left the office seems friendlier and a more pleasant experience.

06/11/2021

Each staff member was exceptional.

06/08/2021

Experience was OK.

06/07/2021

Excellent, honest.
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