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04915 (5) (0.37 mi)
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04856 (8) (17.68 mi)
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Find an internist in Belfast, ME 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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  • David Hallbert, MD 110 Points

    David Hallbert, MD

    Norumbega Medical
    16 Fahey Street, Suite 108, Cobb Medical Building
    Belfast, ME 04915
  • Myra Altman, MD 100 Points

    Myra Altman, MD

    Cobb Medical Bldg
    19 Fahey St
    Belfast, ME 04915
  • Robert Weiss, MD 100 Points

    Robert Weiss, MD

    Oceanside Medical
    19 Fahey St Ste 105
    Belfast, ME 04915
  • James Delehanty, MD

    James Delehanty, MD

    Cobb Med Bldg
    Fahey St
    Belfast, ME 04915
  • Peter Mccarren, MD

    Peter Mccarren, MD

    Cobb Med Bldg
    Fahey St
    Belfast, ME 04915
  • Lauren Michalakes, MD 100 Points

    Lauren Michalakes, MD

    Distance: 15.2 mi
    85 High St
    Camden, ME 04843
  • David Bradeen, MD, IMG 100 Points

    David Bradeen, MD, IMG

    Distance: 17.02 mi
    4 Glen Cove Dr
    Rockport, ME 04856
  • Andrew Filderman, MD 100 Points

    Andrew Filderman, MD

    Distance: 17.02 mi
    4 Glen Cove Dr Ste 107
    Rockport, ME 04856
  • Edward Steele, MD 100 Points

    Edward Steele, MD

    International Travelers Clinic
    Distance: 17.02 mi
    4 Glen Cove Dr Ste 202
    Rockport, ME 04856
  • Mark Perlmutter, MD 100 Points

    Mark Perlmutter, MD

    Mark S Perlmutter Inc
    Distance: 17.02 mi
    4 Glen Cove Dr Ste 101
    Rockport, ME 04856
  • Kirsten Staples, MD 100 Points

    Kirsten Staples, MD

    Northeast Health Enterprises
    Distance: 17.02 mi
    4 Glen Cove Dr Ste 203
    Rockport, ME 04856
  • Peter Gonnella, MD 100 Points

    Peter Gonnella, MD

    Penobscot Bay Physicians
    Distance: 17.02 mi
    4 Glen Cove Dr Ste 101
    Rockport, ME 04856
  • Donald Weaver, MD 100 Points

    Donald Weaver, MD

    Distance: 17.02 mi
    4 Glen Cove Dr Ste 104A
    Rockport, ME 04856
  • Peter Gonnella, MD

    Peter Gonnella, MD

    Penobscot Bay Medical Center
    Distance: 17.02 mi
    6 Glen Cove Dr
    Rockport, ME 04856
  • Kevin Davey

    Kevin Davey

    Distance: 29.23 mi
    27 Mill St Waldoboro Family Medicine
    Waldoboro, ME 04572
  • Cesar Garcia, MD 100 Points

    Cesar Garcia, MD

    Distance: 30.82 mi
    99 Grove St, Sebasticook Valley Hospita
    Pittsfield, ME 04967
  • Kevin Flanigan, MD 100 Points

    Kevin Flanigan, MD

    Sebasticook Valley Primary
    Distance: 30.82 mi
    PO Box 515
    Pittsfield, ME 04967

Nearby Cities

Camden (15.21 mi)
Rockport (17.03 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.

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