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Richmond (11.77 mi)
Excelsior ... (13.39 mi)
Lexington (19.49 mi)

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64085 (1) (11.77 mi)
64024 (2) (13.67 mi)
64067 (1) (22.52 mi)
64068 (21) (24.68 mi)
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  • Louis Orlando 100 Points

    Louis Orlando

    Louis Orlando, MD
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    19550 East 39th St
    Ste 335
    Independence, MO 64057
  • Marjon Gillbanks 100 Points

    Marjon Gillbanks

    Marjon Gillbanks, MD
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    19550 East 39th St
    Ste 335
    Independence, MO 64057
  • Pamela Maben, MD 100 Points

    Pamela Maben, MD

    Midwest Medical Clinic
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    17221 E 23rd St S Ste 100
    Independence, MO 64057
  • Kulnarin Smith, MD 100 Points

    Kulnarin Smith, MD

    Distance: 32.49 mi
    1325 S Noland Rd Ste C
    Independence, MO 64055
  • Vinod Velakaturi 100 Points

    Vinod Velakaturi

    Vinod Velakaturi, MD
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    19550 East 39th St
    Ste 335
    Independence, MO 64057
  • Mary Wurtz, MD 90 Points

    Mary Wurtz, MD

    Jackson County Pulmonary
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    4911 S Arrowhead Dr Ste 201
    Independence, MO 64055
  • Thomas Mathews, D.O. 50 Points

    Thomas Mathews, D.O.

    Distance: 32.49 mi
    17221 E 23rd St S
    Suite #300
    Independence, MO 64057
  • Guy Fogg, MD

    Guy Fogg, MD

    ArchWell Health
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    11605 E 23RD ST S
    Independence, MO 64050
  • Elizabeth Andes

    Elizabeth Andes

    Elizabeth Andes, MD
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    19550 East 39th Street
    Suite 335
    Independence, MO 64057
  • Frank Lewis

    Frank Lewis

    Frank Lewis, MD
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    4911 S. Arrowhead Drive
    Suite 200
    Independence, MO 64055
  • Margaret Hagan

    Margaret Hagan

    Distance: 32.49 mi
    17203 E 23rd St S
    Independence, MO 64057
  • Karmel Carothers

    Karmel Carothers

    Karmel Carothers, MD
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    4721 S Cliff Ave
    Suite 200A
    Independence, MO 64055
  • Mahesh Chandra

    Mahesh Chandra

    Mahesh Chandra, MD
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    4911 S. Arrowhead Drive
    Suite 200
    Independence, MO 64055
  • Pamela Maben

    Pamela Maben

    Pamela Maben, MD
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    4911 S. Arrowhead Drive
    Suite 200
    Independence, MO 64055
  • Samin Akhtar

    Samin Akhtar

    Samin Akhtar, MD
    Distance: 32.49 mi
    4721 S Cliff Ave
    Suite 200A
    Independence, MO 64055
  • Donald Metry, MD
    100 Points

    Donald Metry, MD

    Hedrick Family Care
    Distance: 34.53 mi
    2791 N Washington St
    Chillicothe, MO 64601
  • Donald Metry Jr, MD 100 Points

    Donald Metry Jr, MD

    Distance: 34.53 mi
    103 11th St Ste 11
    Chillicothe, MO 64601
  • 100 Points

    Saint Lukes Hospital of Chillicothe

    Distance: 34.53 mi
    100 Central St
    Chillicothe, MO 64601
  • Donald Metry, MD

    Donald Metry, MD

    Distance: 34.53 mi
    103 11th St
    Chillicothe, MO 64601

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