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  • Irwin Trestman

    Irwin Trestman

    Distance: 13.2 mi
    4224 Houma Blvd Ste 360
    Metairie, LA 70006
  • Shelly Swindler 250 Points

    Shelly Swindler

    Shelly L. Swindler, MD
    Distance: 17.85 mi
    2120 Driftwood Blvd
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Michael Ballard, MD 100 Points

    Michael Ballard, MD

    Distance: 17.85 mi
    PO Box 640907
    Kenner, LA 70064
  • Joseph Biundo Jr, MD 100 Points

    Joseph Biundo Jr, MD

    Distance: 17.85 mi
    200 W Esplanade Ave Ste 413
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Raul Estaris, MD 100 Points

    Raul Estaris, MD

    First Medical Ctr
    Distance: 17.85 mi
    3321 Florida Ave
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Anjuman Ara, MD 100 Points

    Anjuman Ara, MD

    Img Healthcare
    Distance: 17.85 mi
    613 Williams Blvd, The Family Practice
    Kenner, LA 70062
  • Jack Peterson, MD 100 Points

    Jack Peterson, MD

    Ocshner Clinic-Kenner
    Distance: 17.85 mi
    2120 Driftwood Blvd, Ochsner Clinic Kenner
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Parimal Parikh, MD, IMG 100 Points

    Parimal Parikh, MD, IMG

    Parimal J. Parikh, MD
    Distance: 17.85 mi
    200 West Esplanade Avenue, Suite 200
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Harshadbhai Patel, MD 100 Points

    Harshadbhai Patel, MD

    Distance: 17.85 mi
    3321 Florida Ave
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Sylvia Rushing, MD 100 Points

    Sylvia Rushing, MD

    Siegel Vorhoff Rushing Med Crp
    Distance: 17.85 mi
    200 W Esplanade Ave Ste 405
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Lewis Siegel, MD 100 Points

    Lewis Siegel, MD

    Siegel Vorhoff Rushing Med Crp
    Distance: 17.85 mi
    200 W Esplanade Ave Ste 4
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Ciro Cerrato, MD 10 Points

    Ciro Cerrato, MD

    Distance: 17.85 mi
    4221 Lake Trail Dr
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Scott Simeon, MD 10 Points

    Scott Simeon, MD

    Kenner Physician Associates - Internal Medicine & Pediatrics
    Distance: 17.85 mi
    200 West Esplanade Avenue, Suite 106
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Harshad Patel, MD, IMG

    Harshad Patel, MD, IMG

    Distance: 17.85 mi
    4152 Beaujolais Dr
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Gilbert Stock, MD

    Gilbert Stock, MD

    Distance: 17.85 mi
    200 W Esplanade Ave
    Kenner, LA 70065
  • Helen Badie, MD 100 Points

    Helen Badie, MD

    Distance: 22.48 mi
    PO Box 337
    Destrehan, LA 70047
  • Vadakkialayam Devarajan, MD 100 Points

    Vadakkialayam Devarajan, MD

    Destrehan Medical Clinic
    Distance: 23.14 mi
    853 Milling Ave
    Luling, LA 70070
  • David Sampognaro, MD 100 Points

    David Sampognaro, MD

    Distance: 23.14 mi
    879 Milling Ave
    Luling, LA 70070

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