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Find an internist in Los Altos, CA 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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  • John Davis, MD 100 Points

    John Davis, MD

    12430 Casa Mia Way
    Los Altos, CA 94024
  • Steven Natterstad, MD 100 Points

    Steven Natterstad, MD

    Frascino Medical Group Inc
    779 Altos Oaks Dr Ste 200
    Los Altos, CA 94024
  • Ronda MacChello, MD

    Ronda MacChello, MD

    370 Distel Cir, Palo Alto Med Clinic
    Los Altos, CA 94022
  • Michelle Pezzani, MD
    300 Points

    Michelle Pezzani, MD

    Distance: 1.66 mi
    2490 Hospital Drive
    Ste 107
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Kenneth Peters, MD 120 Points

    Kenneth Peters, MD

    Distance: 1.66 mi
    515 South Dr
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • William Buchholz, MD 110 Points

    William Buchholz, MD

    Buchholz Medical Group
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    1174 Castro St Ste 275
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Stephen Nichols, MD 110 Points

    Stephen Nichols, MD

    Camino Medical Group
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    1174 Castro St Ste 200
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Brian Carrie, MD 110 Points

    Brian Carrie, MD

    El Camino Renal Med Grp Inc
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    515 South Dr Ste 12
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • George Ting, MD 110 Points

    George Ting, MD

    El Camino Renal Med Grp Inc
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    515 South Dr Ste 12
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Munir Javed, MD 110 Points

    Munir Javed, MD

    Distance: 1.66 mi
    2500 Hospital Dr Ste 4A
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Bruce Beck, MD 100 Points

    Bruce Beck, MD

    Distance: 1.66 mi
    2500 Hospital Dr # 15
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Mary Kornei, MD 100 Points

    Mary Kornei, MD

    Camino Medical Group
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    2500 Hospital Dr Ste 14
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Jean Lighthall, MD 100 Points

    Jean Lighthall, MD

    Camino Medical Group
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    1174 Castro St Ste 200
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Stuart Markovitz, MD 100 Points

    Stuart Markovitz, MD

    Camino Medical Group
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    1174 Castro St Ste 200
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Michael Rappaport, MD 100 Points

    Michael Rappaport, MD

    Camino Medical Group
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    125 South Dr
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Khaliq Shah, MD 100 Points

    Khaliq Shah, MD

    Camino Medical Group
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    1174 Castro St Ste 200
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Lawrence Shapiro, MD 100 Points

    Lawrence Shapiro, MD

    Camino Medical Group
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    125 South Dr
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Cynthia Lin, MD 100 Points

    Cynthia Lin, MD

    El Camino Renal Medical Group
    Distance: 1.66 mi
    515 South Dr Ste 12
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Soo Eng, MD 100 Points

    Soo Eng, MD

    Distance: 1.66 mi
    2204 Grant Rd Ste 103
    Mountain View, CA 94040
  • Eugene Kates, MD 100 Points

    Eugene Kates, MD

    Distance: 1.66 mi
    125 South Dr
    Mountain View, CA 94040

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