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Dr. Catherine Ann Gutfreund, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Family Medicine
34 years of experience
Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Mercury Way Medical Office 2240 Mercury Way, Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 393-4000

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Brief Intro

Welcome to My Doctor Online, a website Kaiser Permanente physicians developed to help you address healthcare needs simply. I am a family physician trained in the care of babies, children, adults and office gynecology. From this site, check your preventive health needs, reorder medication online or act for a family member. Learn about conditions, online programs and improve your fitness and health, in mind and body. Background I love being a Family Physician, and caring for people from "birth to death". I feel it is an honor to be involved in the health care of entire families. As a Family Medicine doctor I feel I can take care of the majority of your medical concerns with "one stop shopping". I like to partner with patients and allow them to take an active role in their health care. I firmly believe that the mind and body are interconnected, and often simple lifestyle changes can greatly improve ones' health. I initially trained in Ear, Nose and Throat surgery while I was on active duty in the US Army. I found surgery fascinating; However, I found that I preferred to care for the whole person and all their medical issues. I then trained in Family Medicine at Henry Ford Medical Center in Detroit. I really love being involved in the health care of multigenerational families. I studied acupuncture at UCLA. In addition, I have taken some courses in medical herbology. I am the Chief of Complimentary and Alternative Medicine/Integrative Medicine here at Santa Rosa. Last year I hospitalized one of my 93 year old patients. He had a severe pneumonia and I had the privilege to be at his bedside with his family when he passed away. Later that day, I saw his great granddaughter for her kindergarten physical. This experience made me reflect on the continuity of life and what an honor it is to care for families. Great health resources that I refer to: KP.OrgSantaRosa KP.Org NCCAM.nih.gov AAFP.COM Roles and Responsibilities I am active in the California Medical Association and Sonoma County Medical Association. I have been involved in different legislative issues to help patients have better access to health care, and to help physicians provide the best care they can. I am Santa Rosa's Womensâ€™ Health Liaison and Domestic Violence Champion. I am The Chief of Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (or Integrative Medicine) at KP SRO.

Education Background

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Medical College Of Georgia At Georgia Regents University - 1991

Languages Spoken

English

Location & Hours

Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Mercury Way Medical Office
2240 Mercury Way, Santa Rosa, CA 95407

Specialties Treated

Family Medicine
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

Conditions Addressed

Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
Breast Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Constipation
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
Pneumonia
Skin Rash
Anxiety Dissociative and Somatoform Disorders
Bronchial Asthma
Depressive Disorders
Eczema
Gastritis and Duodenitis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Candidiasis
Contact Dermatitis
Otitis Media
Obesity
Anxiety Phobic Disorders
Skin and Subcutaneous Infections
Schizophrenia
Hypertension (HTN)
Diabetes Mellitus (DM)

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Alameda Alliance for Health
Kaiser Permanente
Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
Contra Costa Health Plan
Molina Healthcare
CalOptima
BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA

Cancer 86
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 79
Orthopedics 161
Neurology & Neurosurgery 120
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 149
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 161
Diabetes & Endocrinology 65
Children's Hospital 18
Urology 149
Psychiatry 91
Geriatrics 143
Rehabilitation 73
Obsterics & Gynecology 23
Ophthalmology 8
Ear, Nose & Throat 10
Rheumatology 4
Long Term Care 19
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 99