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  • Steven Gorman, MD 100 Points

    Steven Gorman, MD

    Distance: 26.3 mi
    78150 Calle Tampico Ste 100
    La Quinta, CA 92253
  • Narendra Chandrashekar, MD 110 Points

    Narendra Chandrashekar, MD

    Kidney Institute Of The Desert
    Distance: 26.6 mi
    81715 Dr. Carreon Blvd. Suite B2
    Indio, CA 92201
  • Mustaqeem Qazi, MD 100 Points

    Mustaqeem Qazi, MD

    Kidney Institute Of The Desert
    Distance: 26.6 mi
    81715 Doctor Carreon Blvd Ste B2
    Indio, CA 92201
  • Richard Byrd, MD 120 Points

    Richard Byrd, MD

    Distance: 29.24 mi
    74785 US Highway 111
    Indian Wells, CA 92210
  • Rita Stec Williams, MD 110 Points

    Rita Stec Williams, MD

    Distance: 29.24 mi
    74900 US Highway 111 Ste 127
    Indian Wells, CA 92210
  • Dawn Hutchinson, MD 100 Points

    Dawn Hutchinson, MD

    Indian Wells Internal Medicine
    Distance: 29.24 mi
    74900 US Highway 111 Ste 115
    Indian Wells, CA 92210
  • Robert Steinberg, MD 150 Points

    Robert Steinberg, MD

    Distance: 31.8 mi
    73211 Fred Waring Dr Ste 100
    Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Peter Lipton, MD 130 Points

    Peter Lipton, MD

    First Physicians Medical Group
    Distance: 31.8 mi
    73733 Fred Waring Dr Ste 204
    Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Jim-hyun Cho, MD 130 Points

    Jim-hyun Cho, MD

    Jim Cho Inc
    Distance: 31.8 mi
    41990 Cook St
    F1001
    Palm Desert, CA 92211
  • Joshua Imperio, MD 100 Points

    Joshua Imperio, MD

    Llumc Coachella Valley
    Distance: 31.8 mi
    41865 Boardwalk Ste 103
    Palm Desert, CA 92211
  • Celeste Amaya, MD 70 Points

    Celeste Amaya, MD

    First Physicians Medical Group
    Distance: 31.8 mi
    74000 Country Club Dr
    Palm Desert, CA 92260

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.

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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