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Find an internist in Ocean Springs, MS 39564 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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  • William Striegel 290 Points

    William Striegel

    Dr. William L. Striegel, MD
    15 Marks Road
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • William Striegel, MD 140 Points

    William Striegel, MD

    Beinvelle Medical Clinic
    11 Doctors Dr
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Tracy Pittman, MD 120 Points

    Tracy Pittman, MD

    Kidney Disease & Hypertension
    12 Marks Rd
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • David Smithson, MD 100 Points

    David Smithson, MD

    Auburn University Med Clinic
    307 Magnolia Ave
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Donald Butcher, MD 100 Points

    Donald Butcher, MD

    2113 Government St Ste K2
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Heather North, MD 100 Points

    Heather North, MD

    Gulf Shore Medical Consltnts
    3631 Bienville Blvd Ste A
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Gary Rodberg, MD 100 Points

    Gary Rodberg, MD

    Gulf Shore Medical Consltnts
    3631 Bienville Blvd Ste A
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Harold Coulter, MD 100 Points

    Harold Coulter, MD

    Magnolia Medical Assoc
    2693 Bienville Blvd Ste 5
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Priyanka Srivastav 100 Points

    Priyanka Srivastav

    Singing River Medical Clinic - Ocean Springs
    3099 Bienville Blvd
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Bobby Swinney 100 Points

    Bobby Swinney

    Singing River Medical Clinic - Ocean Springs
    3099 Bienville Blvd
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Colville Amber DMD

    11 Doctors Drive
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Richard Furr

    Richard Furr

    1800 Government St
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
  • Ochsner Ocean Springs Pediatric Therapy Center

    2 Doctors Dr.
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564

Nearby Cities

Biloxi (3.59 mi)
Diberville (3.9 mi)
Vancleave (12.22 mi)
Gautier (13 mi)
Gulfport (16.08 mi)
Pascagoula (16.5 mi)
Moss Point (17.48 mi)
Long Beach (19.82 mi)

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.


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