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Find an internist in San Martin, CA 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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  • Rand Barnard, MD 100 Points

    Rand Barnard, MD

    90 Highland Ave, South Valley Clinic
    San Martin, CA 95046
  • Becky Kroll, M.D. 150 Points

    Becky Kroll, M.D.

    Distance: 3.98 mi
    18511 Mission View Dr
    Suite 100
    Morgan Hill, CA 95037
  • William Joyce, MD 140 Points

    William Joyce, MD

    Distance: 3.98 mi
    18580 Saint Louise Dr
    Morgan Hill, CA 95037
  • Smruti Nalawadi, MD

    Smruti Nalawadi, MD

    Distance: 3.98 mi
    18550 De Paul Drive
    Suite 207-208
    Morgan Hill, CA 95037
  • Cheung Leung 250 Points

    Cheung Leung

    Dr. Cheung Tom Leung, MD, FACC
    Distance: 5.94 mi
    9360 No Name Uno
    Suite 110
    Gilroy, CA 95020
  • George Green 250 Points

    George Green

    Dr. George E. Green, MD, FCCP
    Distance: 5.94 mi
    8833 Monterey Rd
    Suite E
    Gilroy, CA 95020
  • German Baldeon, MD 110 Points

    German Baldeon, MD

    Distance: 5.94 mi
    700 W 6th St Ste I, Gilroy Medical Center
    Gilroy, CA 95020
  • Gerlie Papillion, MD 110 Points

    Gerlie Papillion, MD

    Distance: 5.94 mi
    700 W 6th St Ste P
    Gilroy, CA 95020
  • Richard Colbert, MD 110 Points

    Richard Colbert, MD

    Richard C Colbert Inc
    Distance: 5.94 mi
    7888 Wren Ave Ste A114
    Gilroy, CA 95020
  • Pamela Edillon, MD 100 Points

    Pamela Edillon, MD

    Distance: 5.94 mi
    7520 Arroyo Cir
    Gilroy, CA 95020
  • George Green, MD 100 Points

    George Green, MD

    George Green Inc
    Distance: 5.94 mi
    9460 No Name Uno Ste 110
    Gilroy, CA 95020

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