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Find an internist in Richmond, KY 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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  • W Lawson, MD 50 Points

    W Lawson, MD

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    217 Elm Tree Ln, Kentucky Clinic North
    Lexington, KY 40507
  • Darian Ratliff, MD 50 Points

    Darian Ratliff, MD

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    2250 Leestown Rd
    Lexington, KY 40511
  • Alexander Tzouanakis, MD 50 Points

    Alexander Tzouanakis, MD

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    166 Pasadena Dr, Pulmonary Assoc
    Lexington, KY 40503
  • Nausherwan Burki, MD 50 Points

    Nausherwan Burki, MD

    U K Medical Center-Pulmonary
    Distance: 19.4 mi
    800 Rose St, #Med
    Lexington, KY 40536
  • Ryan Waddles, MD 50 Points

    Ryan Waddles, MD

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    1221 S Broadway, Lexington Clinic
    Lexington, KY 40504
  • John White, MD 50 Points

    John White, MD

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    166 Pasadena Dr, Pulmonary Assoc
    Lexington, KY 40503
  • Donna Y Farmer, MD 10 Points

    Donna Y Farmer, MD

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    740 SLIMESTONE ST
    LEXINGTON, KY 40536
  • Daniel Rodrigue 10 Points

    Daniel Rodrigue

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    1720 Nicholasville Rd Ste 501
    Lexington, KY 40503
  • Rajiv Bhavsar

    Rajiv Bhavsar

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    650 Newtown Pike Lexington Fayette Co Hlth
    Lexington, KY 40508
  • Dana Johnson

    Dana Johnson

    CHI Saint Joseph Health - Cancer Care Center
    Distance: 19.4 mi
    701 Bob-O-Link Drive
    Suite 100
    Lexington, KY 40504
  • James Lynch

    James Lynch

    CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care
    Distance: 19.4 mi
    3581 Harrodsburg Road
    Suite 350
    Lexington, KY 40513
  • Michelle Wrightson

    Michelle Wrightson

    CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care
    Distance: 19.4 mi
    3581 Harrodsburg Road
    Suite 350
    Lexington, KY 40513
  • Alexander Hernandez, MD

    Alexander Hernandez, MD

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    211 Fountain Court
    Suite 120
    Lexington, KY 40509
  • Jillian Butcher

    Jillian Butcher

    Jillian Butcher, APRN
    Distance: 19.4 mi
    3581 Harrodsburg Road
    Suite 350
    Lexington, KY 40513
  • Andrea Lyons

    Andrea Lyons

    KentuckyOne Health Primary Care Associates Duval Street
    Distance: 19.4 mi
    3581 Harrodsburg Road
    Suite 350
    Lexington, KY 40513
  • Monty Metcalfe

    Monty Metcalfe

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    3080 Harrodsburg Rd Ste 200
    Lexington, KY 40503
  • Elizabeth Piercy

    Elizabeth Piercy

    Distance: 19.4 mi
    1760 Nicholasville Rd Ste 502
    Lexington, KY 40503
  • Brigitte King, MD 100 Points

    Brigitte King, MD

    Distance: 28.66 mi
    250 Foxglove Dr Ste 7
    Mount Sterling, KY 40353
  • Lon Roberts Jr, MD 100 Points

    Lon Roberts Jr, MD

    Mt Sterling Clinic Pllc
    Distance: 28.66 mi
    100 Sterling Way Ste 1
    Mount Sterling, KY 40353
  • William Childers, MD 190 Points

    William Childers, MD

    Distance: 31.72 mi
    115 Crossfield Dr Ste A
    Versailles, KY 40383
  • Lena Edwards, MD 100 Points

    Lena Edwards, MD

    Distance: 31.72 mi
    115 Crossfield Dr Ste A
    Versailles, KY 40383
  • Conny Goodin, MD 100 Points

    Conny Goodin, MD

    Distance: 31.72 mi
    115 Crossfield Dr Ste A
    Versailles, KY 40383

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