Name: Dr. Earl E. Holmstead
Specialty: Family Medicine (General Family Medicine)
Qualification/Board Certification: Board Certified in Family Medicine
Affiliation: Mountain View Family Medicine, Inc
Locations: Pocatello, Idaho
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: 1790870400
About the Doctor
Dr. Earl E. Holmstead is a board-certified family medicine physician practicing in Pocatello, Idaho, with over 21 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine and completed his residency in Family Medicine at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Holmstead is currently accepting new patients. He has received 6 patient awards, including Patients’ Top Choice, Patients Recommend, Makes Time for Patients, Listens Attentively, Clearly Explains, and Great Bedside Manner. He is an expert in 16 conditions, including chronic hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic diabetes, and sleep apnea.
Patient Awards & Recognition:
Patient Experience Summary:
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Excellent (5/5) for ability to answer questions
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Excellent (5/5) for provider’s follow-up
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Excellent (5/5) for amount of time with patient
Education & Training
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Medical School: University of Utah School of Medicine
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Residency: Family Medicine – University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, 1997–2000
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Fellowship/Additional Training: None specified
Medical Conditions Treated
Dr. Holmstead specializes in primary care for patients of all ages, from children to older adults. He manages a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, with expertise in 16 areas including cardiovascular, metabolic, and respiratory disorders.
Common conditions include:
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Chronic hypertension (high blood pressure)
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High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
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Chronic diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)
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Sleep apnea
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Coronary artery disease
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Obesity and metabolic syndrome
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Thyroid disorders (hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism)
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Asthma and COPD
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
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Depression and anxiety
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Osteoarthritis and joint pain
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Osteoporosis
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Allergies (seasonal and environmental)
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Skin conditions (acne, eczema, rashes)
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Acute infections (sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, UTIs)
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Wellness and preventive care
Medical Procedures Performed
Dr. Holmstead provides a range of diagnostic and preventive procedures as part of comprehensive family medicine practice.
Procedures include:
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Comprehensive physical examinations (adult, pediatric, sports, school, DOT)
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Blood pressure monitoring and management
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Cholesterol and lipid panel testing
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Blood glucose testing and diabetes monitoring
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Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) for heart evaluation
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Spirometry (lung function testing for asthma/COPD)
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Immunizations and vaccinations (childhood, adult, travel, flu, COVID-19, etc.)
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Minor skin procedures (wart cryotherapy, skin tag removal, laceration repair)
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Incision and drainage of abscesses
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Joint injection (corticosteroid for arthritis or bursitis)
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Rapid strep, flu, and COVID-19 testing
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Urinalysis and basic laboratory testing
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Preventive health screenings (cancer, cardiovascular, metabolic)
Services Offered
Dr. Holmstead provides comprehensive family medicine services for patients of all ages, from children to older adults. His practice, Mountain View Family Medicine, Inc, offers thorough new patient evaluations, ongoing management of chronic conditions (hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, sleep apnea), acute illness care, and preventive health services. Patients consistently praise him for making time for them, listening attentively, explaining conditions clearly, and demonstrating great bedside manner. He rates excellently in ability to answer questions, follow-up care, and time spent with patients. Dr. Holmstead serves as a primary care physician, coordinating care with specialists when needed and providing continuity across the lifespan.
Detailed services include:
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Comprehensive new patient consultations – Full medical history, physical exam, and baseline laboratory evaluation for all ages
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Chronic disease management – Long-term treatment for hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease, and sleep apnea
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Preventive care – Annual wellness visits, immunizations, cancer screenings (colon, breast, cervical, prostate), and cardiovascular risk assessment
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Hypertension management – Blood pressure monitoring, medication adjustment, and lifestyle counseling
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Diabetes care – Blood glucose management, medication optimization (oral agents, insulin), and complication screening
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Lipid management – Cholesterol testing and treatment with statins or other therapies
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Sleep apnea management – Screening, diagnosis coordination with sleep medicine, and CPAP management
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Pediatric care – Well-child visits, immunizations, developmental screening, and acute illness management
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Adult and geriatric care – Age-appropriate screenings, fall prevention, medication management, and cognitive assessment
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Acute illness care – Diagnosis and treatment of infections, respiratory issues, minor injuries, and skin conditions
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Minor surgical procedures – Laceration repair, abscess drainage, wart removal, skin tag removal
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Joint injection – Corticosteroid injections for arthritis, bursitis, and tendinitis
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Medication management – Prescribing, adjusting, and monitoring medications for chronic conditions
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Coordination of care – Referrals to cardiology, endocrinology, pulmonology, orthopedics, and other specialists
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Patient and family education – Dietary guidance, exercise recommendations, disease prevention strategies, and medication adherence counseling
Accepted Insurances
Dr. Holmstead accepts the following insurance plans. Please contact the office to verify that your specific plan is accepted.
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Elevance (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
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Molina (HMO, Medicare)
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United Healthcare (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
Practice Locations
Address: 2006 Birdie Thompson Dr, Pocatello, ID 83201
Phone: (208) 232-1132
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