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Find an internist in Kennesaw, GA 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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  • Tami Breton, MD 300 Points

    Tami Breton, MD

    3805 Cherokee St NW
    Kennesaw, GA 30144
  • Tami Breton, MD
    200 Points

    Tami Breton, MD

    3805 Cherokee Street Northwest
    Kennesaw, GA 30144
  • Jane Rawlings 150 Points

    Jane Rawlings

    Piedmont Physicians of Kennesaw
    187 Chastain Road Northwest
    Suite 200
    Kennesaw, GA 30144
  • Roul Sircar, MD
    200 Points

    Roul Sircar, MD

    Northside Primary Care Associates - Acworth
    Distance: 4.58 mi
    4450 Calibre Crossing
    Suite 1224
    Acworth, GA 30101
  • Ebon Bourne, Md Wellstar Acworth Family Practice, MD 100 Points

    Ebon Bourne, Md Wellstar Acworth Family Practice, MD

    Distance: 4.58 mi
    4550 Cobb Parkway Northwest
    Suite 201a, Wellstar
    Acworth, GA 30101
  • Michaele Brown 50 Points

    Michaele Brown

    Distance: 4.58 mi
    2487 Cedarcrest Road
    Acworth, GA 30101
  • Michaele Brown, MD 50 Points

    Michaele Brown, MD

    Distance: 4.58 mi
    2487 Cedarcrest Road
    Acworth, GA 30101
  • Milicent Young, MD 10 Points

    Milicent Young, MD

    Distance: 4.58 mi
    4550 Cobb Parkway North Nw
    Suite 201a
    Acworth, GA 30101
  • Michaele Brown

    Michaele Brown

    Wellstar Family Medicine
    Distance: 4.58 mi
    3501 Baker Road NW
    Suite 100
    Acworth, GA 30101
  • Barbara Biggs, MD 540 Points

    Barbara Biggs, MD

    Biggs Medical Clinic
    Distance: 6.17 mi
    1810 White Circle NW
    Suite 110
    Marietta, GA 30066
  • John Gelly, MD 350 Points

    John Gelly, MD

    Distance: 6.17 mi
    54 Tower Road
    Marietta, GA 30060
  • Charles Crabbe Jr, MD 340 Points

    Charles Crabbe Jr, MD

    Internal Medicine Assoc
    Distance: 6.17 mi
    55 S Medical Dr NW Ste 300
    Marietta, GA 30060
  • Richard Griffith 310 Points

    Richard Griffith

    Dr. Richard L. Griffith, MD, PhD
    Distance: 6.17 mi
    790 Church Street Northeast
    Suite 220
    Marietta, GA 30060
  • James Fisher, MD 310 Points

    James Fisher, MD

    Distance: 6.17 mi
    140 Lacy St NW Ste A
    Marietta, GA 30060

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