Dr. Kent D. Miller D.O.
Internist
3741 Pheasant Lane Waterloo Iowa, 50701About
Dr. Kent Miller is an internist practicing in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Miller specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Miller provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1978
Board Certification
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Kent D. Miller D.O.'s Expert Contributions
Can you suggest a diet for IBD?
This is an area of controversy in medicine. I am not aware of any universally accepted foods that are OK. READ MORE
Could you recommend a diet for reducing triglycerades?
Go on a high protein low refined carbohydrate diet. READ MORE
Multiple bouts of mononucleosis
The best advice would be a diet without refined foods, preservatives , and chemicals. Walking for 30-60 minutes daily on grounder in the water. Swimming or bicycicling might be ok as well. Get all vaccinations up to date. READ MORE
Are there any medicines to prevent UTI?
Sometimes Cranberry concentrate capsules or high dose vitamin C can bee helpful but that is an anecdotal only. READ MORE
Weak from a stroke
Have you had or finished occupational therapy. READ MORE
Horrendous painful arms!
You need an examination and some testing. READ MORE
My husband has gone to LSU Research and nothing is being done.
You should return to LSU or get a consult at a Major Center like Emory, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, etc. READ MORE
Is there a natural way to treat a sinus infection?
Saline lavages are sometimes helpful. They sometimes don't work. READ MORE
What is the treatment for fluid accumulation around one side of the lung?
Usually fluid on just one side of the lungs is much less likely to be successfully treated with medication alone. Drainage of some or all of the fluid by pleurocentesis, gives a good way to help evaluate the cause and determine the best treatment plan. READ MORE
Why do my eyes turn red when I have a cold?
This is most likely an inflammatory response to a viral infection. READ MORE
What are the safe medicines that I can have for abdominal cramping?
There are several conditions that could cause this. I can't safely state one cure without an exam and much more information, as well as some tests. READ MORE
What can be done to help relieve the symptoms of gerd?
Lose weight, Wear loose clothing, Avoid caffeine,alcohol and tobacco products. Don't eat or drink near bedtime. Daily omeprazole might be helpful, but check with your own doctor. Also some medications make GERD worse. Meds for overactive bladder, some BP meds, and anti-inflammatory medications for example. READ MORE
Is there a best time of year to get the flu shot?
Currently the Center for disease control says as soon as the vaccine is available. READ MORE
Why is my mother refusing to eat?
Many things cause anorexia. Depression is a common cause but other conditions must be ruled out. READ MORE
What can be done for my mother's high blood pressure?
It depends on the cause of her high BP. The treatment may require medication and some medication and dosage manipulation. READ MORE
How do blood thinners work?
The risks are bleeding that is not expected caused too much anticoagulant. READ MORE
Can you really get the flu from the flu shot?
Flu vaccine DOES NOT have live virus in it. It can't cause an infection . READ MORE
How do probiotics help the body?
Probiotics are a hot issue in the news. The concept makes sense, but the debate is how effective they are in reaching the intestines for key results. If they do what is hoped for, they should be beneficial. READ MORE
My health problems have made me very anxious. What can I do?
Perhaps Yoga or meditation could be helpful. READ MORE
Will eating eggs every day make me sick?
Most likely it is not a problem. Even The American Heart Associaton has now said eggs are a good food if one is not allergic to eggs. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineInternships
- Huntstown Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists, American Association of Integrative Medicine
What do you attribute your success to?
- Community
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