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Find an internist in Decatur, AL 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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  • Devi Misra, MD 110 Points

    Devi Misra, MD

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    400 Whitesport Dr SW Ste 103
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Marco Ortega Guerrero, MD 110 Points

    Marco Ortega Guerrero, MD

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    301 Governors Dr SW, Medical Outpatient Center
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Clement Okinedo, MD 100 Points

    Clement Okinedo, MD

    Central Health Care
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    751 Pleasant Row NW
    Huntsville, AL 35816
  • Arthur Williams, MD 100 Points

    Arthur Williams, MD

    Central Health Care
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    110 Walker Ave NE
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Edgar Prasthofer, MD 100 Points

    Edgar Prasthofer, MD

    Comprehensive Cancer Institute
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    201 Sivley Rd SW Ste 200
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Lizabeth Harden, MD 100 Points

    Lizabeth Harden, MD

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    201 Sivley Rd SW Ste 550
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • William Hicks, MD 100 Points

    William Hicks, MD

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    303 Williams Ave SW Ste 1511
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Robert Serio, MD 100 Points

    Robert Serio, MD

    Huntsville Lung Assoc
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    420 Lowell Dr SE Ste 500
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Keith Young, MD 100 Points

    Keith Young, MD

    Huntsville Lung Assoc
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    930 Franklin St SE Ste 110
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • John Dunkel, MD 100 Points

    John Dunkel, MD

    Infectious Disease Consultants
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    420 Lowell Dr SE Ste 301
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Dost Khattak, MD 100 Points

    Dost Khattak, MD

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    333 Whitesport Dr SW Ste 304
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Elliot Marcus, MD 100 Points

    Elliot Marcus, MD

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    333 Whitesport Dr SW Ste 200
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Srikrishna Nuthi, MD 100 Points

    Srikrishna Nuthi, MD

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    185 Whitesport Dr SW Ste 1
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Shanon Smith, MD 100 Points

    Shanon Smith, MD

    Occupational Health Group
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    309 W Park Loop NW
    Huntsville, AL 35806
  • R Phillips Jr, MD 100 Points

    R Phillips Jr, MD

    Rheumatology Associates
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    201 Sivley Rd SW Ste 600
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Roy Roberts, MD 100 Points

    Roy Roberts, MD

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    250 Chateau Dr SW Ste 220, Huntsville Internal Med
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • William Temple, MD 100 Points

    William Temple, MD

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    201 Governors Dr SW Dept Im
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • James Chandler, MD 100 Points

    James Chandler, MD

    Uab Huntsville Program
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    301 Governors Dr SW
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Lourdes Corman, MD 100 Points

    Lourdes Corman, MD

    Uab Huntsville Program
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    301 Governors Dr SW, Uab Huntsville Reg Campus
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • May Jennings, MD 100 Points

    May Jennings, MD

    Uab Huntsville Program
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    301 Governors Dr SW
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Theresa Mc Guinness, MD 100 Points

    Theresa Mc Guinness, MD

    Uab Huntsville Program
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    301 Governors Dr SW
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Norman Solliday, MD 100 Points

    Norman Solliday, MD

    Uab Huntsville Program
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    301 Governors Dr SW
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Norman Abbot Sabio, MD 100 Points

    Norman Abbot Sabio, MD

    Villiage Medical Clinic
    Distance: 24.16 mi
    4800 Whitesburg Dr S Ste 2
    Huntsville, AL 35802
  • Richard Gualtieri

    Richard Gualtieri

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    201 Sivley Rd SW Fl 2
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Huntsville Internal Medicine

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    1504 Olive Dr SE
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • James Smelser

    James Smelser

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    813 Franklin St SE Ste A
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Richard Spera Jr

    Richard Spera Jr

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    420 Lowell Dr SE Ste 301
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Prasad Vankineni

    Prasad Vankineni

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    420 Lowell Dr SE Ste 204
    Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Rosanne Winn

    Rosanne Winn

    Distance: 24.16 mi
    2325 Pansy St SW Ste B
    Huntsville, AL 35801

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