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  • Mario Malvarosa, MD 50 Points

    Mario Malvarosa, MD

    Distance: 20.5 mi
    20 Manchester Rd
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
  • Susan Collins 50 Points

    Susan Collins

    Nuvance Health Medical Practices - Hospitalists
    Distance: 20.5 mi
    45 Reade Place
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
  • Vinay Das 50 Points

    Vinay Das

    Nuvance Health Medical Practices - Primary Care
    Distance: 20.5 mi
    1 Pine Street
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
  • David Wogalter, MD 50 Points

    David Wogalter, MD

    Distance: 20.5 mi
    1 Bushwick Rd
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
  • Claire Popplewell

    Claire Popplewell

    Health Quest Medical Practice, PCP - Poughkeepsie
    Distance: 20.5 mi
    1 Pine Street Spur
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
  • Daniela Stokes

    Daniela Stokes

    Distance: 20.5 mi
    39 Hooker Ave
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
  • David Golub, MD

    David Golub, MD

    Distance: 20.73 mi
    33 Notzel Rd
    Ancram, NY 12502
  • Joseph Lombardo, MD 100 Points

    Joseph Lombardo, MD

    Twin Medical
    Distance: 22.1 mi
    1207 Sleepy Hollow Rd
    Athens, NY 12015
  • A Lups, MD 110 Points

    A Lups, MD

    Liberty Medical Arts
    Distance: 22.17 mi
    PO Box 57
    Hudson, NY 12534
  • Brian Daggett, MD 100 Points

    Brian Daggett, MD

    Distance: 22.17 mi
    71 Prospect Ave
    Hudson, NY 12534
  • Samuel Merkhan, MD 100 Points

    Samuel Merkhan, MD

    Prime Medical Assoc
    Distance: 22.17 mi
    848 Columbia St Ste 203
    Hudson, NY 12534
  • Vinny Anand, MD 100 Points

    Vinny Anand, MD

    Twin County Medical Assoc
    Distance: 22.17 mi
    848 Columbia St
    Hudson, NY 12534
  • Vinita Gupta, MD 100 Points

    Vinita Gupta, MD

    Twin County Medical Assoc
    Distance: 22.17 mi
    848 Columbia St
    Hudson, NY 12534
  • Vinod Gupta, MD 100 Points

    Vinod Gupta, MD

    Twin County Medical Assoc
    Distance: 22.17 mi
    848 Columbia St
    Hudson, NY 12534
  • Joseph Lynch, MD 90 Points

    Joseph Lynch, MD

    Distance: 22.17 mi
    71 Prospect Ave
    Hudson, NY 12534
  • William Augerson, MD 100 Points

    William Augerson, MD

    Distance: 22.17 mi
    PO Box 205
    Millbrook, NY 12545
  • Anthony Tesoriero, MD 100 Points

    Anthony Tesoriero, MD

    Distance: 22.17 mi
    PO Box 256
    Millbrook, NY 12545
  • Manuel Bulan, MD 100 Points

    Manuel Bulan, MD

    Distance: 26.4 mi
    60 Center St
    Ellenville, NY 12428

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