Born and raised in Southern California, Dr. Kurtz earned his bachelor's degree from USC in 2004. After graduating from medical school in Iowa, he completed his internship and residency for Internal Medicine in Long Beach. After residency, Dr. Kurtz started his private practice and has been running it ever since. Dr. Kurtz is board certified in internal medicine and specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of adult diseases. A lifelong athlete, Dr. Kurtz also has a special interest in physical fitness, nutrition, and the treatment and prevention of injuries related to sports. Dr. Kurtz has hospital privileges at St. Jude, Placentia-Linda, and Hoag Hospitals. When he is out of the office, Dr. Kurtz enjoys snowboarding, ice hockey and traveling.