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  • Ochsner Ocean Springs Pediatric Therapy Center

    Distance: 9.57 mi
    2 Doctors Dr.
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Ajayananda Acharya 250 Points

    Ajayananda Acharya

    Ajayananda Acharya, MD
    Distance: 10.33 mi
    111 North Cleveland Avenue
    Long Beach, MS 39560
  • Nancy Montz

    Nancy Montz

    Memorial Physician Clinics Long Beach Walk-in
    Distance: 10.33 mi
    5120 Beatline Road
    Suite B
    Long Beach, MS 39560
  • Morris Hamilton, MD

    Morris Hamilton, MD

    Nephrology & Hypertension Associates
    Distance: 16.44 mi
    24504 Arcadia Farm Road, P.O. Box 217
    Pass Christian, MS 39571
  • Timothy Ivey 100 Points

    Timothy Ivey

    Singing River Medical Clinic - Vancleave
    Distance: 20.53 mi
    11700 Hwy 57
    Vancleave, MS 39565
  • Sanjay Chaube

    Sanjay Chaube

    Memorial Physician Clinics Internal Medicine Bay St. Louis
    Distance: 21.28 mi
    835 Thames Avenue
    Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
  • Hassan Shafique

    Hassan Shafique

    Memorial Physician Clinics Internal Medicine Bay St. Louis
    Distance: 21.28 mi
    835 Thames Ave
    Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
  • Bruce Saylor

    Bruce Saylor

    Memorial Physician Clinics Internal Medicine Drinkwater Walk-In Clinic
    Distance: 21.28 mi
    300 Drinkwater Drive
    Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
  • Robert Holbert, MD 120 Points

    Robert Holbert, MD

    Gaulter Diagnostic And Medical
    Distance: 22.38 mi
    3300 Ladnier Rd
    Gautier, MS 39553
  • Robert Mc Broom, MD 100 Points

    Robert Mc Broom, MD

    Jackson County Medical Foundtn
    Distance: 22.38 mi
    2105 Old Spanish Trl
    Gautier, MS 39553

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