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Find an internist in Cheektowaga, NY that specializes in integrative medicine, annual physicals, sports physicals, acute care, primary care, chronic disease care, illness, cancer screening, and more.

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  • Salvatore Ricotta, MD 100 Points

    Salvatore Ricotta, MD

    Distance: 20.17 mi
    PO Box 708
    Niagara Falls, NY 14302
  • Edward Ventresca, MD 100 Points

    Edward Ventresca, MD

    Distance: 20.17 mi
    6932 Williams Rd Ste 1800
    Niagara Falls, NY 14304
  • Prem Tambar

    Prem Tambar

    Distance: 20.17 mi
    151 Buffalo Ave Ste 210
    Niagara Falls, NY 14303
  • Thomas Mc Ternan Jr, MD 100 Points

    Thomas Mc Ternan Jr, MD

    Barnes Primary Care Assoc
    Distance: 22.95 mi
    826 Lake St
    Angola, NY 14006
  • Norman Fiorica, MD 100 Points

    Norman Fiorica, MD

    Distance: 23.39 mi
    5320 Military Rd Ste 105
    Lewiston, NY 14092
  • John Clark, MD 100 Points

    John Clark, MD

    Hertel-Elmwood Internal Mdcn
    Distance: 23.39 mi
    PO Box 494
    Lewiston, NY 14092
  • Alberta Micale, MD 100 Points

    Alberta Micale, MD

    Distance: 23.39 mi
    445 Fort Gray Dr
    Lewiston, NY 14092
  • Samuel Sirianni, MD 80 Points

    Samuel Sirianni, MD

    Distance: 23.39 mi
    5290 Military Rd Ste 10
    Lewiston, NY 14092
  • Ripple Marfatia, MD 100 Points

    Ripple Marfatia, MD

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    167 Main St, Attica Township
    Attica, NY 14011
  • Rama Bojedla, MD 170 Points

    Rama Bojedla, MD

    Distance: 28.03 mi
    120 Lockport Rd
    Youngstown, NY 14174
  • Thomas Madejski, MD 290 Points

    Thomas Madejski, MD

    Lake Plains Medical
    Distance: 28.68 mi
    100 Ohio St Ste C
    Medina, NY 14103
  • Surinder Bath, MD 140 Points

    Surinder Bath, MD

    Medina Memorial Health Care
    Distance: 28.68 mi
    911 W Center St
    Medina, NY 14103
  • C Ellie Jr, MD 110 Points

    C Ellie Jr, MD

    Distance: 28.68 mi
    200 Ohio St
    Medina, NY 14103
  • Alan Johnson, MD 100 Points

    Alan Johnson, MD

    Medina Medical Ctr
    Distance: 28.68 mi
    300 Ohio St
    Medina, NY 14103
  • Mark Nercessian, MD 100 Points

    Mark Nercessian, MD

    Distance: 28.68 mi
    200 Ohio St
    Medina, NY 14103
  • Syed Raza, MD 100 Points

    Syed Raza, MD

    Distance: 28.68 mi
    200 Ohio St
    Medina, NY 14103
  • Steven Barnes, DO 150 Points

    Steven Barnes, DO

    Barnes Primary Care Assoc
    Distance: 32.44 mi
    113 Main St
    Silver Creek, NY 14136
  • Amy Damiani, MD 100 Points

    Amy Damiani, MD

    Barnes Primary Care Assoc
    Distance: 32.44 mi
    113 Main St
    Silver Creek, NY 14136

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