Summit Health and Wellness

01/16/2026

The hugest, warm welcome to Dr. John Stabler! We are so proud to have him as a part of Summit Health and Wellness. Dr. Stabler is an incredible Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician, and is now accepting new patients.

01/16/2026

Join us for an Open House January 27 from 1-4 pm. Meet our amazing doctors (who are accepting a limited number of patients!) and the incredible care team that are here to support you.

Dr. Kyle Severinsen, MD
Summit Health and Wellness is a Direct Primary Care medical office in Hayden, Idaho

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! We hope you get your 10,000 steps in trick-or-treating tonight.

04/11/2025

At Summit Health & Wellness, we focus on holistic stress management, including:

🧘 Mindfulness & movement
🥗 Nutrition for stress relief
💬 Unhurried, personalized care and support from your healthcare provider

Let’s take control of stress together! How do you relax after a long day?

04/09/2025

April is National Stress Awareness Month

At Summit Health & Wellness, we understand that stress impacts both mental and physical health. Our Direct Primary Care model allows for personalized, unhurried care that supports stress management through lifestyle medicine, nutritional guidance, and mindfulness techniques.

We also work closely with to provide holistic stress relief options.

04/08/2025

A Recipe We LOVE

Cod Fish Tacos Recipe from

Ingredients:
1 lb cod fillets
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp olive oil
8 small corn tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage
1/2 c greek yogurt
1 tbsp lime juice
1/2 tsp honey
1/2 avocado, sliced

Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Season cod fillets with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook the cod for about 3 minutes per side until flaky.
4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet.
5. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, and honey to create a sauce.
6. Assemble tacos with cod, cabbage, cilantro, avocado, and drizzle with the yogurt sauce.

Enjoy!

04/04/2025

Summit Supplement of the Month: Creatine

Creatine is well known for its benefits in muscle strength and recovery, but it also offers significant neurological benefits, including cognitive enhancement and neuroprotection. Studies indicate that creatine supplementation may improve brain function, reduce fatigue, and aid in neurodegenerative disease prevention.

Research-backed benefits of creatine:
-Enhances muscle recovery and endurance (Kreider et al., 2017)
-Supports cognitive function and mental clarity (McMorris et al., 2018)
-Reduces risk of neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s (Clark et al., 2020)

References:
Kreider, R. B., Kalman, D. S., Antonio, J., Ziegenfuss, T. N., Wildman, R., Collins, R., & Lopez, H. L. (2017). International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: Safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sport, and medicine. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 14(1), 18.
McMorris, T., Mielcarz, G., Harris, R. C., Swain, J. P., & Howard, A. (2018). Creatine supplementation and cognitive performance in elderly individuals. Neuropsychology, 22(5), 681–690.
Clark, J. F., Cecil, K. M., & Crooks, W. (2020). The role of creatine in brain energy metabolism and neuroprotection. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 36(1), 1595–1617.

04/02/2025

This book offers a radically different approach to weight loss by challenging conventional dieting methods. Instead of focusing on calorie counting, portion control, or excessive exercise, Carr emphasizes changing one’s mindset about food.
Key Principles of the Book:
Understanding the Trap of Dieting – Carr explains that most diets fail because they rely on willpower, leading to feelings of deprivation. Instead of enjoying food, people develop guilt and stress around eating.
Eliminating "Fake" Foods – The book advocates for eating whole, natural foods while avoiding processed and addictive foods that trigger overeating.
Mindset Over Restriction – Instead of seeing food choices as restrictions, Carr encourages embracing healthy eating as an enjoyable and natural way of life.
Trusting the Body’s Natural Signals – He highlights that the body naturally regulates hunger and fullness when it isn’t influenced by artificial additives and processed foods.
Freedom from Emotional Eating – The book helps readers break free from emotional eating patterns by understanding the psychological tricks that lead to overeating.
Allen Carr’s Easy Way to Lose Weight offers a radically different approach to weight loss by challenging conventional dieting methods. Instead of focusing on calorie counting, portion control, or excessive exercise, Carr emphasizes changing one’s mindset about food.

04/01/2025

We are thrilled to partner with Inspire Physical Therapy for our next community event!

On April 16th from 9 AM to 3 PM, Myriah Tollett, PT, DPT, CFN-C, PTDN and Cara Clinton, PT, DPT, OCS will be in our office offering FREE 30-minute injury prevention screenings. With over 35 years of combined experience, Myriah and Cara specialize in orthopedics, spinal injuries, and vestibular therapy (yes, physical therapy can significantly help with vertigo!).

Spots are limited! To reserve your space, please call our office at 208-417-7741.

If you have physical therapy needs, you can also reach out to Inspire Physical Therapy at (208) 665-7055.

03/30/2025

🌟 National Doctors' Day 🌟
Today we celebrate physicians- especially the ones who listen, who see the whole person, and who never forget that healing is about heart as much as science.

Dr. Severinsen is one of those rare few.
In a world of rushed visits and red tape, he chooses presence over pressure. Compassion over quotas. Excellence over ego.

At Summit Health & Wellness, we’re grateful to work alongside a physician who reminds us what medicine can be.

Thank you, Dr. Severinsen, for your steady hands, sharp mind, and unmatched care. You are truly one in a million.

03/20/2025

is our go-to for any handyman help. He's done lots of work in our building from installing locks to major remodels. Thank you for being so awesome Connor! We appreciate you so much!

03/18/2025

We’re always on the lookout for resources that align with our mission of optimizing health and longevity.

We LOVE Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means—a must-read for anyone looking to take control of their health at a cellular level.

What Good Energy is All About
Dr. Casey Means, a Stanford-trained physician and co-founder of Levels Health, dives deep into the science of metabolic health and how it impacts everything from energy levels to chronic disease.

She explores how modern lifestyles—processed foods, stress, poor sleep, and environmental toxins—are disrupting our body’s ability to produce and maintain stable energy.

The book breaks down the science of mitochondria, the tiny powerhouses in our cells that generate energy, and how we can optimize them to feel better, prevent disease, and increase our vitality. If you’ve ever felt fatigued, foggy, or like your body isn’t functioning at its best, Good Energy provides actionable steps to reclaim your health.

Key Takeaways:
-Metabolic Health is the Key to Longevity�
Many chronic diseases—including diabetes, heart disease, and even neurodegenerative conditions—stem from metabolic dysfunction. Dr. Means emphasizes how balancing blood sugar, reducing inflammation can significantly impact our long-term health.
-Food is Medicine�
Whole, unprocessed foods fuel our cells efficiently. Processed foods and excess sugar cause energy crashes and inflammation, while nutrient-dense foods help keep our energy steady.

Lifestyle Matters More Than Genetics
�Our daily choices have a great impact on how we feel. Sleep, exercise, mindfulness, and environmental toxins influence our energy and well-being.

Blood Sugar Stability is a Game-Changer�
Blood sugar spikes and crashes can affect everything from mood to energy to long-term health risks. Dr. Means offers insights on how to monitor and manage blood sugar through diet and lifestyle.

If you’re interested in preventative health, longevity, and optimizing daily energy, this is an insightful and empowering read. Dr. Means presents complex medical science in an easy-to-understand and actionable way, making it perfect for anyone looking to improve their health.