Primary Care Voice

Understanding Hemoglobin A1C: How Small Changes Make a Big Impact

In this video, we explore the importance of hemoglobin A1C levels and their impact on your health. Learn how even a 1% reduction in A1C can significantly lower your risk of complications such as heart attacks, strokes, and vision loss. Discover why hemoglobin A1C is considered your body's average blood sugar report card for the past two to three months and the ways t...

Can Type 2 Diabetes Be Reversed or Put into Remission?

Dr. Kundlas explains how nearly half of people with Type 2 diabetes can put the disease into remission through lifestyle changes. He emphasizes that while Type 2 diabetes cannot be 'reversed', it can be controlled to the point where medication may not be needed. Dr. Kundlas discusses the importance of losing 10-15% of body weight, correcting daily habits, and maintaining a stru...

Preventing Diabetic Kidney Disease: Simple Tests and Effective Strategies Living with diabetes? Learn how it impacts your kidneys and discover essential tests that can detect early kidney damage. This video explains how high blood sugar can harm your kidneys and highlights lifestyle changes and medications that can protect them. Understand the role of ACE inhibitors, SGLT-2 inhibitors, and GLP-1 receptor agonists in kidney health. ...

Mastering Diabetes Self-Management: Essential Tips and Strategies Join Dr. Kulmeet Kundlas as he delves into the crucial principles of diabetes self-management. With 27 years of experience caring for over 10,000 diabetics, Dr. Kundlas shares evidence-based practices from reputable sources like the CDC and American Diabetic Care Education Specialist. Learn about the seven core pillars of self-management: healthy coping, healthy eati...

Pre-Diabetes: Your Early Warning Sign to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes In this episode, Dr. Kulmeet Kundlas delves into the critical topic of pre-diabetes, emphasizing its role as a major health warning sign. Learn why pre-diabetes is not a prelude but a significant health threat already causing damage to your organs and increasing the risk of severe conditions like heart attacks and strokes. Discover the key lab tests for diagnosis, the...

Ozempic & Vision Loss: Separating Fact from Fiction In this video, Dr. Kulmeet Kundlas examines recent claims linking Ozempic (Semaglutide), a popular diabetes and weight loss medication, to cases of vision loss. The episode explores the specifics of Non-Arteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy (NAION) and other eye complications potentially associated with Ozempic. Dr. Kundlas provides a balanced view on the current scient...

Navigating Diabetes: From Diagnosis to Living Well In this episode, Dr. Kulmeet Kundlas, a primary care physician, addresses the emotional and physical challenges faced by individuals diagnosed with diabetes. Covering aspects such as the stages of grief, understanding the condition, medication options, lifestyle changes, and common misconceptions, Dr. Kundlas offers a comprehensive guide to managing diabetes effectively. Tune in to...

AI in Healthcare: Transforming Patient Care and Communication This vidoe explores the challenges of modern healthcare—patients feeling unheard, staff delays, rushed appointments, and the overwhelming burden of documentation that weakens doctor-patient relationships. It introduces artificial intelligence (AI) as a solution to these longstanding frustrations. Key points from your script: • AI as a Solution: AI tools are described as ...

The Future of US Healthcare: Chronic Disease Crisis & Robert Kennedy's Vision In this episode, we dive deep into the United States' chronic disease pandemic and its implications on national health policies. As the Senate confirms President Trump's cabinet positions, particular focus is given to the Secretary of Health and Human Services. We explore the impact potential candidate Robert Kennedy could have on healthcare, consider...

Welcome to Newsday! In today's top five news stories for July 15th, 2025, #kundlasmd #shieldmedicalgroup we cover a significant decrease in funding for Messenger RNA technology affecting cancer treatments, potential declines in Medicaid beneficiaries due to a new bill, a Texas judge's decision impacting healthcare debt, increasing vaccine skepticism in the US, and a fatal case of the Mnemonic Plague in Arizona. Additionally, we dis...

Understanding Kidney Stones: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Have you ever experienced severe back or side pain? It may have been due to kidney stones. In this comprehensive video, Dr. Kundlas breaks down the causes, symptoms, and risk factors of kidney stones. Learn about the different types of kidney stones, how they form, and the treatments available. Dr. Kundlas also offers essential tips on how to prevent kidney stones, inclu...

Cholesterol Demystified: Understanding the Essential Chemical in Your Body #kundlasmd #shieldmedicalgroup In this video, we delve into the essential role of cholesterol in the human body using a city-traffic analogy. We'll explore how cholesterol supports crucial functions like cell membrane integrity, hormone production, and digestion, debunking the myth that all cholesterol is harmful. Learn about the relationship between cholest...

Understanding Cholesterol: How Diet and Lifestyle Impact Your Health #kundlasmd #shieldmedicalgroup In this video, we explore the intricate relationship between diet, lifestyle, and cholesterol levels. Our discussion covers the three main macronutrients—proteins, fats, and carbohydrates—and their roles, along with micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals, and the essential element of water. We delve into the types of fats inclu...

In this episode, Dr. Kulmeet Kundlas delves into the benefits of gum acacia, a natural fiber derived from the Acacia tree. He explains how incorporating gum acacia into your diet can lead to improved gut health, immune system support, and weight management. The video covers the production process, chemical properties, and various uses of gum acacia in cuisines, pharmaceuticals, and commercial food industries. Dr. Kundlas also compa...

Essential Vaccines for Seniors: Everything You Need to Know #kundlasmd #shieldmedicalgroup Join Dr. Kulmeet Kundlas, a primary care physician, as he addresses the importance and efficacy of vaccines for seniors, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this comprehensive guide, Dr. Kundlas answers 15 common questions about vaccines such as the flu, pneumonia, RSV, shingles, and more, emphasizing their role in preventing dis...

How to Lower Cholesterol Naturally and Effectively | Dr. KK Explains In this episode, Dr. KK discusses the importance of cholesterol and how to effectively lower it through lifestyle changes and natural methods. He explains different types of cholesterol, dietary impacts, and the role of soluble fiber, plant sterols, and supplements like flaxseed and red rice. Dr. KK emphasizes the need for incorporating fruits, vegetables, whole g...

Understanding Vitiligo: Advances in Treatments and Research #kundlasmd #shieldmedicalgroup Join us as we dive deep into the autoimmune disorder vitiligo—a condition affecting millions globally and significantly impacting identity and personality. Starting with early signs and progressing through the autoimmune etiology, we explore the latest research and treatment options, including JAK inhibitors, UV light therapy, and diet modifi...