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Find an internist in Columbia, SC 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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  • Jeffrey Hook, MD 310 Points

    Jeffrey Hook, MD

    Carolina Physician Group
    2719 Middleburg Dr Ste 105
    Columbia, SC 29204
  • Nehal Desai, MD
    300 Points

    Nehal Desai, MD

    7033 St. Andrews Road
    Suite 305
    Columbia, SC 29212
  • Ruben Mayer, MD
    300 Points

    Ruben Mayer, MD

    4540 Trenholm Road
    Columbia, SC 29206
  • Fanwei Meng, MD
    300 Points

    Fanwei Meng, MD

    223 Longtown Rd.
    Columbia, SC 29229
  • Huong Phan, MD
    300 Points

    Huong Phan, MD

    4540 Trenholm Road
    Columbia, SC 29206
  • Bradley Word, MD
    300 Points

    Bradley Word, MD

    4540 Trenholm Road
    Columbia, SC 29206
  • Thomas Edwards, MD
    200 Points

    Thomas Edwards, MD

    7033 St. Andrews Road
    Suite 305
    Columbia, SC 29212
  • Whitney Pitts 200 Points

    Whitney Pitts

    MUSC Health Primary Care Columbia Medical Park DT I
    2750 Laurel St
    Suite 303
    Columbia, SC 29204-2025
  • Shakilya Khalif 200 Points

    Shakilya Khalif

    MUSC Health Primary Care Columbia Medical Park DT II
    2601 Laurel St
    Suite 120
    Columbia, SC 29204-2034
  • Carrie Hamner 200 Points

    Carrie Hamner

    MUSC Health Primary Care Columbia Medical Park NE
    114 Gateway Corporate Blvd
    Suite 350
    Columbia, SC 29203-9785
  • Angus Brabham, MD 190 Points

    Angus Brabham, MD

    Arthritis Consultants
    3 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 240
    Columbia, SC 29203
  • Albert Humphrey, MD 190 Points

    Albert Humphrey, MD

    Humphrey & Harrell
    4100 Main St Ste 101
    Columbia, SC 29203
  • Jack Gottlieb, MD 180 Points

    Jack Gottlieb, MD

    2601 Laurel St Ste 120
    Columbia, SC 29204
  • James Herman, MD 170 Points

    James Herman, MD

    Palmetto Internal Medicine, PA
    1701 Devonshire Dr Ste 101
    Columbia, SC 29204
  • Jairaj Prashad, MD 170 Points

    Jairaj Prashad, MD

    1444 Barnwell St
    Columbia, SC 29201
  • Misty Bost, MD
    150 Points

    Misty Bost, MD

    7033 St. Andrews Road
    Suite 305
    Columbia, SC 29212
  • Erik Crook, MD
    150 Points

    Erik Crook, MD

    4540 Trenholm Road
    Columbia, SC 29206
  • Brandi Derrick, MD
    150 Points

    Brandi Derrick, MD

    7033 St. Andrews Road
    Suite 305
    Columbia, SC 29212
  • Edgar DesChamps III, MD
    150 Points

    Edgar DesChamps III, MD

    4540 Trenholm Road
    Columbia, SC 29206
  • Cynthia Matthews Betts, MD 150 Points

    Cynthia Matthews Betts, MD

    Grace Medical Group
    3025 Farrow Road
    Columbia, SC 29201
  • G. Stuart Hooks, MD
    150 Points

    G. Stuart Hooks, MD

    223 Longtown Rd.
    Columbia, SC 29229
  • Carrie Hamner 150 Points

    Carrie Hamner

    MUSC Health Primary Care Clemson Rd.
    105 Professional Park Rd
    Columbia, SC 29229-7847
  • Casey Skinner 150 Points

    Casey Skinner

    MUSC Health Primary Care Columbia Medical Park DT I
    114 Gateway Corporate Blvd
    Suite 330
    Columbia, SC 29203
  • Jai Patel, MD
    150 Points

    Jai Patel, MD

    74 Polo Road
    Columbia, SC 29223
  • Cassandra Patterson, MD
    150 Points

    Cassandra Patterson, MD

    7033 St. Andrews Road
    Suite 305
    Columbia, SC 29212
  • Alex Wilson, MD
    150 Points

    Alex Wilson, MD

    223 Longtown Rd.
    Columbia, SC 29229
  • Vaughn Barnick, MD 140 Points

    Vaughn Barnick, MD

    Columbia Medical Assoc
    2601 Laurel St # 210
    Columbia, SC 29204
  • Paul Plante, MD 140 Points

    Paul Plante, MD

    Peterson & Plante Internal Med
    1750 Laurel St Ste 1
    Columbia, SC 29201
  • Francis Goldstein, MD 140 Points

    Francis Goldstein, MD

    Three River Medical Assoc
    1301 Taylor St Ste 2H
    Columbia, SC 29201
  • Laura Hamilton, MD 130 Points

    Laura Hamilton, MD

    Associates-Internal Medicine
    2701 Middleburg Dr
    Columbia, SC 29204
  • Georges Postic, MD 130 Points

    Georges Postic, MD

    Columbia Gastroenterology
    2739 Laurel St Ste 1A
    Columbia, SC 29204
  • Ronald Johnson, MD 130 Points

    Ronald Johnson, MD

    Palmetto Richland Memorial Hos
    4100 Main St Ste 201
    Columbia, SC 29203
  • Dana Nairn, MD 130 Points

    Dana Nairn, MD

    Richland Memorial Hospital
    6439 Garners Ferry Rd
    Columbia, SC 29209
  • William Robinson, MD 120 Points

    William Robinson, MD

    Midlands Internal Medicine
    2719 Middleburg Dr Ste 105
    Columbia, SC 29204

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