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  • Hirenkumar Jani, MD 140 Points

    Hirenkumar Jani, MD

    205 Medical Center Dr
    Clanton, AL 35045
  • Cherrie Herrera, MD 100 Points

    Cherrie Herrera, MD

    Clanton Internal Medicine
    1008 Lay Dam Rd
    Clanton, AL 35045
  • Haritha Ramasastry, MD, IMG

    Haritha Ramasastry, MD, IMG

    Vaughn-Chilton Medical Ctr
    Clanton, AL 35045
  • Larry Mikul, MD
    300 Points

    Larry Mikul, MD

    Distance: 10.78 mi
    25420 US Highway 31 N
    Jemison, AL 35085
  • Michael Turner, MD 150 Points

    Michael Turner, MD

    Calera Family Health Ctr
    Distance: 19.62 mi
    11206 Highway 25
    Calera, AL 35040
  • Sara Walker, MD

    Sara Walker, MD

    Distance: 19.62 mi
    11206 Highway 25
    Calera, AL 35040
  • Michael Thomas, MD 100 Points

    Michael Thomas, MD

    Montevallo Family Health
    Distance: 22.65 mi
    33 Salem Rd
    Montevallo, AL 35115
  • Rhonda Carter, MD 90 Points

    Rhonda Carter, MD

    Baptist Health Ctr
    Distance: 23.49 mi
    247 Walton St
    Columbiana, AL 35051
  • Annie Tan

    Annie Tan

    Distance: 29.28 mi
    5300 Oak Tree Rd
    Millbrook, AL 36054
  • Ronaldo De Jesus, MD 100 Points

    Ronaldo De Jesus, MD

    Jackson Hospital
    Distance: 31.7 mi
    74186 Tallassee Hwy Ste B
    Wetumpka, AL 36092
  • James Mracek II, MD 100 Points

    James Mracek II, MD

    Jackson Trace Primary Care
    Distance: 31.7 mi
    PO Box 40
    Wetumpka, AL 36092
  • Bipin Kumar, MD 100 Points

    Bipin Kumar, MD

    Distance: 31.7 mi
    73996 Tallassee Hwy
    Wetumpka, AL 36092
  • Stephen Bowen, MD 100 Points

    Stephen Bowen, MD

    Baptist Health Ctr
    Distance: 31.83 mi
    209 W Spring St Ste 200
    Sylacauga, AL 35150
  • Kevin Henderson, MD 100 Points

    Kevin Henderson, MD

    Baptist Health Ctr
    Distance: 31.83 mi
    209 W Spring St Ste 2
    Sylacauga, AL 35150
  • Walter Pinson III, MD 100 Points

    Walter Pinson III, MD

    Baptist Health Ctr
    Distance: 31.83 mi
    209 W Spring St Ste 200
    Sylacauga, AL 35150
  • William Friday Jr, MD 100 Points

    William Friday Jr, MD

    Baptist Health Ctr-Craddock
    Distance: 31.83 mi
    209 W Spring St Ste 200
    Sylacauga, AL 35150
  • Ghayas Habach, MD 100 Points

    Ghayas Habach, MD

    Sylacauga Medical & Surg Clnc
    Distance: 31.83 mi
    209 W Spring St Ste 301
    Sylacauga, AL 35150
  • Bashar Hakim

    Bashar Hakim

    Distance: 31.83 mi
    126 S Anniston Ave
    Sylacauga, AL 35150

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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