Nearby Cities

Estill (11.96 mi)
Springfield (14.94 mi)
Okatie (22.35 mi)
Hardeeville (22.59 mi)

Nearby Zip Codes

29918 (1) (11.26 mi)
31329 (3) (15.16 mi)
29927 (1) (23.26 mi)
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  • Robert Aryeetey

    Robert Aryeetey

    Distance: 11.96 mi
    497 Clarke Ave
    Estill, SC 29918
  • Joseph Ratchford, MD 140 Points

    Joseph Ratchford, MD

    Springfield Medical Assoc
    Distance: 14.94 mi
    PO Box 250
    Springfield, GA 31329
  • Prakash Patel, MD 110 Points

    Prakash Patel, MD

    Memorial Health University
    Distance: 14.94 mi
    459 Ga Highway 119 S
    Springfield, GA 31329
  • Frances Decker, MD 100 Points

    Frances Decker, MD

    Memorial Springfield Med Assoc
    Distance: 14.94 mi
    PO Box 1330
    Springfield, GA 31329
  • Johnna Stevens, MD 100 Points

    Johnna Stevens, MD

    Beaufort Memorial Bluffton Primary Care
    Distance: 22.36 mi
    122 Okatie Center Blvd. North
    Suite 310 Okatie Medical Plaza
    Okatie, SC 29909
  • William Kyle

    William Kyle

    Memorial Health - Internal Medicine - Bluffton
    Distance: 22.36 mi
    14 Okatie Center Blvd S
    Suite 101
    Okatie, SC 29909
  • Sudarshan Bhimbra, MD 10 Points

    Sudarshan Bhimbra, MD

    Distance: 22.59 mi
    PO Box 1607
    Hardeeville, SC 29927
  • Joenie Teodoro Almeida, MD 100 Points

    Joenie Teodoro Almeida, MD

    Screven Medical Assoc
    Distance: 25.43 mi
    PO Box 219
    Sylvania, GA 30467
  • Stephen Goldner, MD, FACP
    310 Points

    Stephen Goldner, MD, FACP

    St. Joseph's/Candler Primary Care - Bluffton
    Distance: 32.85 mi
    10 Oak Forest Rd
    Ste C
    Bluffton, SC 29910
  • LuAnn Aquino, MD
    300 Points

    LuAnn Aquino, MD

    Medical Associates of the Low Country
    Distance: 32.85 mi
    75 Baylor Dr
    Ste 155
    Bluffton, SC 29910
  • Nina Paletta 200 Points

    Nina Paletta

    MUSC Health Primary Care - May River
    Distance: 32.85 mi
    1 Burnt Church Rd
    Bluffton, SC 29910
  • Donna Roberts 200 Points

    Donna Roberts

    MUSC Health Primary Care - May River
    Distance: 32.85 mi
    2700 May River Crossing
    Unit 100
    Bluffton, SC 29910
  • Scott Cummings, MD 150 Points

    Scott Cummings, MD

    Beaufort Memorial Palmetto Medical Group
    Distance: 32.85 mi
    4818 Bluffton Parkway
    Bluffton, SC 29910
  • John Brittis, MD 100 Points

    John Brittis, MD

    Hilton Head Medical Group
    Distance: 32.85 mi
    23 Plantation Park Dr Ste 101
    Bluffton, SC 29910

Nearby Cities

Estill (11.96 mi)
Springfield (14.94 mi)
Okatie (22.35 mi)
Hardeeville (22.59 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