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Specialties
Board Certification
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American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Rheumatology)
National Board of Medical Examiners
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Patient Rating
Patients consistently praise Dr. Kunkel for his thoroughness, empathy, and dedication to their well-being. Many comment on his exceptional communication skills, highlighting his willingness to listen and address concerns in detail. While some patients desire more time during appointments, the overall sentiment reflects a strong trust in his abilities and a sense of being well cared for. His responsiveness to patient needs, including quick follow-ups, is also frequently mentioned.
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Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Internal Medicine
-Associate Professor (Clinical) |
|---|---|
| Academic Divisions |
Rheumatology
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| Board Certification |
American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Rheumatology)
National Board of Medical Examiners
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Education history
| Undergraduate | University of Texas at Austin | B.A. |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Medical | Medicine - University of Texas Southwestern | M.D. |
| Internship | Internal Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine | Intern |
| Residency | Internal Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine | Resident |
| Fellowship | Rheumatology - University of Utah School of Medicine | Fellow |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Wheeler AM, Baker JF, Riley TR 4th, Johnson TM, Yang Y, Roul P, Wysham KD, Cannon GW, Kunkel G, Kerr G, Ascherman DP, Monach P, Reimold A, Matson S, Poole JA, Duryee MJ, Thiele GM, Mikuls TR, England B (2025). Peripheral Biomarker Signatures in Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Interstitial Lung Disease. Arthritis & rheumatology (Hoboken, N.J.),
- Luedders BA, Wheeler AM, Ascherman DP, Baker JF, Duryee MJ, Yang Y, Roul P, Wysham KD, Monach P, Reimold A, Kerr GS, Kunkel G, Cannon GW, Poole JA, Thiele GM, Mikuls TR, England B (2024). Plasma Matrix Metalloproteinase Concentrations and Risk of Interstitial Lung Disease in a Prospective Rheumatoid Arthritis Cohort. Arthritis & rheumatology (Hoboken, N.J.),
- Wheeler AM, Baker JF, Riley T, Yang Y, Roul P, Wysham KD, Cannon GW, Kunkel G, Kerr G, Ascherman DP, Monach P, Reimold A, Poole JA, Merriman TR, Mikuls TR, England B (2024). Development and Internal Validation of a Clinical and Genetic Risk Score for Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Interstitial Lung Disease. Rheumatology (Oxford, England),
- Klein J, Wheeler A, Baker JF, Yang Y, Roul P, Frideres H, Wysham KD, Kerr GS, Reimold A, Ascherman DP, Kunkel GA, Cannon GW, Monach PA, Poole JA, Thiele GM, Mikuls TR, England B (2024). MUC5B Promoter Variant and Survival in Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Interstitial Lung Disease. Rheumatology (Oxford, England),
- Aripova N, Thiele GM, Duryee MJ, Hunter CD, Yang Y, Roul P, Ascherman DP, Matson SM, Kunkel G, Cannon GW, Wysham KD, Kerr GS, Monach PA, Baker JF, Poole JA, Mikuls TR, England B (2024). Antibodies to Malondialdehyde-Acetaldehyde Adduct Are Associated With Prevalent and Incident Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Interstitial Lung Disease in US Veterans. Arthritis & rheumatology (Hoboken, N.J.), 76(9), 1353-1363.
- Walsh JA, Pei S, Alexander S, Braaten T, Walker JH, Clewell J, Douglas KM, Penmetsa GK, Ye X, Breviu B, Cannon GW, Kunkel GA, Sauer B (2024). Missed opportunities for treatment of inflammatory arthritis and factors associated with non-treatment: An observational cohort study in United States Veterans with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis. Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism, 66, 152436.
- Wallace BI, England BR, Baker JF, Rojas J, Sauer BC, Roul P, Kunkel GA, Braaten TJ, Petro A, Mikuls TR, Cannon G (2023). Lowering Expectations: Glucocorticoid Tapering Among Veterans With Rheumatoid Arthritis Achieving Low Disease Activity on Stable Biologic Therapy. ACR open rheumatology, 5(9), 437-442.
- Poole JA, England BR, Sayles H, Johnson TM, Duryee MJ, Hunter CD, Baker JF, Kerr GS, Kunkel G, Cannon GW, Sauer BC, Wysham KD, Joseph AM, Wallace BI, Thiele GM, Mikuls T (2023). Serum alarmins and the risk of incident interstitial lung disease in rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatology (Oxford, England), 63(7), 1998-2005.
- Wheeler AM, Baker JF, Poole JA, Ascherman DP, Yang Y, Kerr GS, Reimold A, Kunkel G, Cannon GW, Wysham KD, Singh N, Lazaro D, Monach P, Bridges SL Jr, Mikuls TR, England B (2022). Genetic, social, and environmental risk factors in rheumatoid arthritis-associated interstitial lung disease. Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism, 57, 152098.
- Brooks R, Baker JF, Yang Y, Roul P, Kerr GS, Reimold AM, Kunkel G, Wysham KD, Singh N, Lazaro D, Monach PA, Poole JA, Ascherman DP, Mikuls TR, England B (2022). The impact of disease severity measures on survival in U.S. veterans with rheumatoid arthritis-associated interstitial lung disease. Rheumatology (Oxford, England), 61(12), 4667-4677.
- Baker JF, England BR, George MD, Wysham K, Johnson T, Kunkel G, Sauer B, Hamilton BC, Hunter CD, Duryee MJ, Monach P, Kerr G, Reimold A, Xiao R, Thiele GM, Mikuls T (2022). Elevations in adipocytokines and mortality in rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatology (Oxford, England), 61(12), 4924-4934.
- Johnson TM, Yang Y, Roul P, Sauer BC, Cannon GW, Kunkel G, Michaud K, Baker JF, Mikuls TR, England B (2022). A Narrowing Mortality Gap: Temporal Trends of Cause-Specific Mortality in a National Matched Cohort Study in US Veterans With Rheumatoid Arthritis. Arthritis care & research,
- Baker JF, England BR, George MD, Wysham K, Johnson T, Lenert A, Kunkel G, Sauer B, Duryee MJ, Monach P, Kerr G, Reimold A, Thiele GM, Mikuls T (2022). Adipocytokines and achievement of low disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis. Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism, 55, 152003.
- Alex AM, Kunkel G, Sayles H, Flautero Arcos JD, Mikuls TR, Kerr G (2020). Exposure to ambient air pollution and autoantibody status in rheumatoid arthritis. Clinical rheumatology, 39(3), 761-768.
Dr Kunkel has always been great.
Dr Kunkle is a wonderful doctor
Dr. Kunkel was very kind, helpful and gracious.
Doctor Kunkle is the best, wonderful bedside manner. Listens to me and explains everything clearly.
I have always had very good experiences and do appreciate the care I receive.
He was great, explained the process, made recommendations for me
As always, I felt my Dr listened to my concerns and gave me top notch medical care.
Dr Kunkel was awesome at explaining all that he was doing. Explained what he was seeing on my ultrasound. I really appreciated the details he gave me as he did the procedure.
dr Kunkle always treats you with dignity and respect
DR. KUNKEL IS SIMPLY THE BEST OF THE BEST - HE IS GREAT!
I liked the Dr. He was very informative knew his stuff, I would see him again
Dr Kunkel is an amazing doctor. Always thoughtful, always thorough. He is an asset to the U of U Healthcare system
Very good.
very good
Dr. Kunkel is a great Doctor.
excellent
DR. KUNKEL IS SIMPLY THE BEST!!!
Dr Kunkle is a wonderful doctor.
Dr. Kunkel provides efficient, quality interaction with a friendly, kind manner.
Dr. Kunkle was a GREAT communicator & explained everything
Dr Kunkle is always very good about discussing any treatments with me and answering all of my questions. He is an excellent provider.
Dr. Kunkel has always given me excellent and comprehensive treatment
Dr. Kunkle has always been a very big help to me.
Dr. Kunkel is very attentive to my concerns, and responsive
really appreciated the time the doctor took to explain the findings as we moved through the procedure.
Dr. Kunkel was GREAT!
Dr. Kunkel is the best!!
Takes time to really hear what I am asking, or saying.
He was very good & thorough
I feel I am under the care of a great doctor who does everything he can to help me. I'm very grateful that I'm able to be able to be seen by him.
Also appreciated opportunity to speak with pharmacist before visit
Dr Kunkel is a fabulous doctor. so smart and caring. follows through. the best doctor!
great
Good.
Dr.Kunkel was patient, helpful, and concerned. Gave good advice.
He was very communicative and informational. Doctor was Awesome
Dr. Kunkel was great to work with.
He is outstanding!
excellent communication. I was listened to and my concerns were addressed. the doctor explained everything very well
Caregiver was very helpful.
Doctor Kunkel always gives clear information and discusses treatment options with their associated risks. Always demonstrates care and concern for me as a patient.
always a good visit
Dr Kunkel is a fabulous doctor. Smart, thorough, and caring.
Answered all my questions
Every doctor should be as attentive as Gary Kunkel
He helped me understand the test and results.
Dr Kunkel is thorough and friendly and supportive
He forgot to call out the Rx we discussed.
Dr. Kunkel called me back and e had a good conversation and he helped me with my concerns.
Excellent and very caring Doctor.
Dr. Kunkle is a wonderful provider. He works with me to address my health concerns and provides excellent followup. I really appreciate his caring and his expertise.
Dr Kunkle listens to my concerns, answers my questions, and gives me options when they are available. He explains any proposed treatments and is very willing to work with me to find a solution to health issues.
My doctor was fantastic! He explained each step very thoroughly, as well as walking me through and describing everything he was looking for and seeing in the ultrasound. Any questions I had he answered fully and patiently. I would absolutely recommend him (Dr. Gary A Kunkel) Specifically, and the Farmington Clinic generally.
Very good
Methodical, communicated clearly, asked questions and listen, considered and explained different options, mutually agreed on plan of action.
great docter