About
Dr. Kyle Severinsen founded Summit Health and Wellness after building a clinical foundation that spans psychology, public health, and hospital-based internal medicine. S. in Psychology and Pre-Med from the University of Utah, then completed his medical degree at the University of Queensland School of Medicine. His internal medicine residency at the University of Washington-Boise concentrated on complex disease management and transitional care. He later earned a Master of Public Health from Touro University.
Dr. Severinsen holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His clinical focus spans preventive care, chronic disease management, medical weight loss, and men's hormone optimization. He is passionate about patient education and approaches each encounter as a partnership built on transparency. He lives in North Idaho with his wife and four children and spends his free time outdoors, hunting and enjoying the region he serves. His guiding belief, that a rising tide lifts all ships, shapes how he thinks about health at both the individual and community level.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Utah, B.S. in Psychology & Pre-Med
Medical School
University of Queensland School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Washington–Boise
Additional Training
Master of Public Health (MPH), Touro University
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Severinsen right for?
Dr. Severinsen is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, or metabolic syndrome. Men seeking hormone optimization or medical weight loss benefit from his targeted clinical expertise. Patients who want a physician focused on prevention and long-term health planning will find his evidence-based, proactive approach effective. He also works well with patients who value direct communication and a transparent care relationship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Severinsen treats a broad range of conditions including diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, hormone imbalance, and metabolic syndrome. He also supports patients with chronic disease management and preventive care planning. His clinical work integrates lifestyle coaching alongside medical treatment.
Yes, Dr. Severinsen holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Washington-Boise, where he focused on complex disease management and transitional care.
Dr. Severinsen believes healthcare should be proactive rather than reactive. He treats each patient relationship as a partnership grounded in education, transparency, and long-term planning. He pairs evidence-based medicine with lifestyle and wellness guidance for a comprehensive approach.
Yes, Dr. Severinsen specializes in men's hormone optimization, including testosterone replacement therapy. He evaluates each patient individually, using lab panels and clinical assessment to guide treatment. Hormone therapy at Summit Health integrates with broader wellness and metabolic goals.
Dr. Severinsen earned a Master of Public Health from Touro University. This background informs his community-focused approach to preventive medicine and his involvement in local wellness initiatives throughout Hayden and Kootenai County.
Yes, Dr. Severinsen offers personalized peptide protocols sourced from certified compounding pharmacies. Options include BPC-157, CJC-1295, Ipamorelin, Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, and others. He tailors protocols to each patient's health goals.
Yes, medical weight loss is one of Dr. Severinsen's core clinical areas. He uses a physician-guided, science-backed approach that accounts for each patient's metabolic profile, health history, and lifestyle. The practice also uses a Styku 3D body composition scanner to track progress with clinical accuracy.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026