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Hilo (18.49 mi)

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96720 (22) (16.65 mi)
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  • Daniel Belcher, MD 110 Points

    Daniel Belcher, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    73 Puuhonu Pl
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Alan De Silva, MD 110 Points

    Alan De Silva, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    1248 Kinoole St Ste 107
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Craig Kadooka, MD 110 Points

    Craig Kadooka, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    670 Ponahawai St Ste 206
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Wendy Barnes, MD 100 Points

    Wendy Barnes, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    73 Puuhonu Pl
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • David Jung, MD 100 Points

    David Jung, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    41 Hoku St
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Henry Lee Loy, MD 100 Points

    Henry Lee Loy, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    325 Kinoole St
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Don Matsuura, MD 100 Points

    Don Matsuura, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    1248 Kinoole St Ste 104
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Aaron Morita, MD 100 Points

    Aaron Morita, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    670 Ponahawai St Ste 223
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Benjamin Ono, MD 100 Points

    Benjamin Ono, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    1248 Kinoole St Ste 103
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Craig Shikuma, MD 100 Points

    Craig Shikuma, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    82 Puuhonu Pl Ste 207
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Sydney Tatsuno, MD 100 Points

    Sydney Tatsuno, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    868 Ululani St Ste 102
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Douglas Yamashita, MD 100 Points

    Douglas Yamashita, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    1276 Kinoole St
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Rodney Ono, MD 60 Points

    Rodney Ono, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    1248 Kinoole St Ste 101
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Pradeepta Chowdhury, MD 50 Points

    Pradeepta Chowdhury, MD

    Kilauea Medical Associates
    Distance: 18.51 mi
    670 Ponahawai Street, Suite 116
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Thu Chowdhury, MD 50 Points

    Thu Chowdhury, MD

    Kilauea Medical Associates
    Distance: 18.51 mi
    670 Ponahawai Street, Suite 116
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Young Kim, MD 50 Points

    Young Kim, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    868 Ululani St Ste 109
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Daniel Belcher, MD 10 Points

    Daniel Belcher, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    3 Lahi St
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Craig Kadooka, MD

    Craig Kadooka, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    670 Ponahawai St Ste 206
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Henry Lee Loy

    Henry Lee Loy

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    325 Kinoole St
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Arron Morita, MD -10 Points

    Arron Morita, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    670 Ponahawai St Ste 223
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Ben Ono, MD

    Ben Ono, MD

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    1248 Kinoole St Ste 103
    Hilo, HI 96720
  • Heajung Ruesing

    Heajung Ruesing

    Distance: 18.51 mi
    868 Ululani St Ste 108
    Hilo, HI 96720

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Hilo (18.49 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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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