Dr. Boyd K Southwick DO

Dr. Boyd Southwick is a family practitioner practicing in Idaho Falls, ID. Dr. Southwick specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Southwick possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty. Dr. Southwick practices at Family First Medical Center. It is certified by the National Committee of Quality Assurance as a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH). The PCMH-model of care promotes providing a high level of medical care, with better health outcomes, producing healthier patients, and all at a lower cost. Dr. Southwick is also very active in the medical community. He has served as a delegate to the Idaho Medical Association for several years and continues to be active in that role. He is on the Board of Directors for the Idaho Academy of Family Physicians. He is a Past President of the Idaho Falls Medical Society. He has served as the Chief of Staff at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. He has served on multiple committees, and currently serves as the Chair of the Credentials Committee at EIRMC. He is passionate about end-of-life care, and has been serving as the Medical Director of Hands of Hope Home Health and Hospice for over a decade. He is also the Medical Director of Teton Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation. Understanding that medical care is expensive, and many cannot afford insurance in today's environment, he also provides access to medical care through a program called Direct Primary Care (DPC). Dr. Southwick is happily married with 3 children and enjoys spending time with his family. His hobbies include sporting events, traveling, and concerts. Dr. Southwick is eager to get to know you and your family and help you achieve your goals for a healthier you.