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  • Michael Kelley, MD 30 Points

    Michael Kelley, MD

    Internal Medicine & Pediatric Associates
    Distance: 17.22 mi
    7101 West Highway 22, P.O. Box 548
    Crestwood, KY 40014
  • Hal Baumann, MD 110 Points

    Hal Baumann, MD

    Community Medical Assoc
    Distance: 18.12 mi
    117 S Indiana Ave
    Sellersburg, IN 47172
  • Edna Pretila, MD 100 Points

    Edna Pretila, MD

    Pretila Medical Assoc
    Distance: 18.12 mi
    PO Box 268
    Sellersburg, IN 47172
  • Akasha Haq, MD 100 Points

    Akasha Haq, MD

    Distance: 20.24 mi
    311 Reasor Ave, PO Box 567
    Taylorsville, KY 40071
  • Thomas Schurfranz, MD 100 Points

    Thomas Schurfranz, MD

    Distance: 20.24 mi
    870 Taylorsville Rd, PO Box 907
    Taylorsville, KY 40071

  • Norton Community Medical Associates - Taylorsville

    Distance: 20.24 mi
    83 West Main Street
    Taylorsville, KY 40071
  • Mohana Arla, MD 100 Points

    Mohana Arla, MD

    Distance: 21.32 mi
    PO Box 399
    Lebanon Junction, KY 40150
  • Richard Goldstein, MD

    Richard Goldstein, MD

    Distance: 21.57 mi
    807 High St
    Charlestown, IN 47111
  • Margaret Altman, MD 100 Points

    Margaret Altman, MD

    Distance: 22.06 mi
    851 Ireland Ave, Ireland Army Comm Hosp
    Fort Knox, KY 40121
  • Stephen Spanbauer, MD 50 Points

    Stephen Spanbauer, MD

    Distance: 22.06 mi
    851 Ireland Ave, Ireland Army Hospital
    Fort Knox, KY 40121
  • Michael Bonacum, DO, MD 100 Points

    Michael Bonacum, DO, MD

    Harrison County Med Consultant
    Distance: 24.08 mi
    501 N Capitol Ave
    Corydon, IN 47112
  • John Murphy, MD

    John Murphy, MD

    Distance: 24.08 mi
    245 Atwood St
    Corydon, IN 47112
  • Maria Santander, MD 100 Points

    Maria Santander, MD

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    PO Box 65
    La Grange, KY 40031
  • Madonna Ringswald, DO 70 Points

    Madonna Ringswald, DO

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    1031 NEW MOODY LN
    LA GRANGE, KY 40031
  • Jawed Movania, MD 120 Points

    Jawed Movania, MD

    Distance: 25.19 mi
    650 W Lincoln Trail Blvd
    Radcliff, KY 40160
  • Fredericka Lockett, MD 100 Points

    Fredericka Lockett, MD

    Distance: 25.73 mi
    PO Box 400
    Bloomfield, KY 40008
  • Chas Brown, MD 100 Points

    Chas Brown, MD

    Distance: 25.89 mi
    201 S 5th St
    Bardstown, KY 40004
  • Deborah Mattingly, MD 100 Points

    Deborah Mattingly, MD

    Distance: 25.89 mi
    201 S 5th St, Ambulatory Care Bldg
    Bardstown, KY 40004

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