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  • Ansi Pillai, MD 50 Points

    Ansi Pillai, MD

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    534 Prospect Street
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • Maria Reis 50 Points

    Maria Reis

    Prima CARE, P.C.
    Distance: 25.56 mi
    289 Pleasant Street
    Fall River, MA 02721
  • Lucas Ryback, MD 50 Points

    Lucas Ryback, MD

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    534 Prospect Street
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • Jennifer Boland, NP

    Jennifer Boland, NP

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    534 Prospect Street
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • Melanie Daignault, NP

    Melanie Daignault, NP

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    1030 President Avenue
    Suite 1001
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • James Grosek, PA

    James Grosek, PA

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    1030 President Avenue
    Suite 1001
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • Prima CARE: Millview Medical Associates

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    191 Bedford St
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • Stacey Sallar, NP

    Stacey Sallar, NP

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    534 Prospect Street
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • Shannon Scolaro

    Shannon Scolaro

    Shannon Scolaro, NP
    Distance: 25.56 mi
    191 Bedford Street
    MelCor Building
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • Rachel Resendes, NP

    Rachel Resendes, NP

    SMG Andrade Medical Associates
    Distance: 25.56 mi
    851 Middle St
    Suite 3400
    Fall River, MA 02721
  • SMG Thoracic Surgery

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    851 Middle St
    Ste 3200
    Fall River, MA 02721
  • Kenisha Starks, NP

    Kenisha Starks, NP

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    1030 President Avenue
    Suite 1001
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • Steven M Belanger, DPM

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    1030 President Ave # 301
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • Karen Tashima

    Karen Tashima

    Distance: 25.56 mi
    400 Stanley St
    Fall River, MA 02720
  • Betsy Hall
    330 Points

    Betsy Hall

    Bay State Veterinary Emergency Services
    Distance: 26.83 mi
    76 Baptist
    Swansea, MA 02777
  • Curtis Mello, MD 100 Points

    Curtis Mello, MD

    Metacom Medical Ctr
    Distance: 26.83 mi
    1010 Gar Hwy, Metacom Medical Associatio
    Swansea, MA 02777
  • Richard Wilcon, MD 90 Points

    Richard Wilcon, MD

    Plainfield Medical Ctr
    Distance: 27.32 mi
    122 Plainfield Rd
    Moosup, CT 06354
  • Terry Baksh, MD 100 Points

    Terry Baksh, MD

    Distance: 27.42 mi
    2 Lee Rd
    Jewett City, CT 06351
  • Richard Perkins, MD 100 Points

    Richard Perkins, MD

    Prima Care
    Distance: 29.95 mi
    67 Gar Hwy
    Somerset, MA 02726
  • Maria Reis 50 Points

    Maria Reis

    Prima CARE, P.C.
    Distance: 29.95 mi
    67 Grand Army of The Republic Highway
    Somerset, MA 02726
  • Maria Reis

    Maria Reis

    Maria Reis, NP
    Distance: 29.95 mi
    67 Grand Army of The Republic Highway
    Somerset, MA 02726

Internist Info

Internist Summary:
An Internist is a physician who practices medicine related to any of the organs and systems of the body. They deal with any problem no matter how simple, complicated, ordinary, or unusual it may be. They provide comprehensive care to adults with the exception of performing surgery. This means they can take care of any complaint from nose, ears, reproductive system, to mental health problems, to issues such as substance abuse.

Internists are trained to solve the most complex and intriguing problems as well as handle multiple complaints and illnesses at one time. Besides treating the patient, an internist focuses on preventative medicine and educating patients on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle.


Internist FAQs:
What is an

Internist

?
An Internist is a physician who studies Internal Medicine for adults. Internal Medicine is a branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of diseases.

Why might I see an Internist?
If you are an older adult you could have an Internist as your primary care physician. An Internist also treats patients with chronic or internal organ illnesses, along with other common problems.

What are the specialized areas that an internist can practice in?
• Adolescent medicine
• Allergies and immunology
• Cardiology
• Endocrinology (glandular disorders)
• Gastroenterology (colon and digestive disorders)
• Geriatrics (treatment of the elderly)
• Hematology (blood disorders)
• Infectious diseases
• Nephrology (kidney disorders)
• Pulmonology (lung and respiratory disorders)
• Oncology (cancer)
• Rheumatology (arthritis)
• Sports medicine

What is internal medicine?
Quite simply, internal medicine refers to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of medical conditions, illnesses, injury and disease relating to any system of the human body. This includes all organs (ears, nose, heart, lungs, skin, etc.) and systems (reproductive, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, etc.)

What does an Internist do?
An Internist can choose to practice general medicine or specialize in a certain area. The general Internist conducts physical exams of the body. The Internist obtains medical history and orders any tests that are required. Once the test results are obtained, the Internist will choose the appropriate course of treatment: medication, lifestyle changes, surgery, or referral to a specialist.

What are some of the rewards of being an Internist?
An Internist is a very interesting profession that will often present mental challenges. Because an Internist handles any and every system in the human body, there is always opportunity for amazing discoveries.

What can't an Internist do?
An Internist can diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases, illnesses, injuries, and medical conditions. However, they cannot perform surgery. They must refer the patient to a surgeon that specializes in that certain area.

Who should get treatment from an Internist?
Any adult who needs medial care for an illness, injury, disease, or other medical condition could use an Internist. It is recommended that children see a pediatrician as their training and education is geared towards a child's health.

How do I find an Internist in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate an Internist in your state. Select Internist from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate an Internist in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need an Internist in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of Internists in your city and state.


Internist Related Terms:
physical examinations, cholesterol testing, pap smears, immunizations, skin biopsies, stress reduction plans, ongoing evaluations, bone density testing, menopause treatment, internal medicine, internal systems, prevention, and comprehensive care