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Find an internist in Lake Grove, NY 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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  • William Hale, MD 110 Points

    William Hale, MD

    New Canaan Medical Group Inc
    Distance: 28.35 mi
    173 East Ave
    New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Charles Crown, MD 100 Points

    Charles Crown, MD

    Distance: 28.35 mi
    194 South Ave
    New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Deirdre Schorman 50 Points

    Deirdre Schorman

    WCMG New Canaan Immediate Care
    Distance: 28.35 mi
    38 East Avenue
    New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Joshan Shajan 50 Points

    Joshan Shajan

    WCMG New Canaan Immediate Care
    Distance: 28.35 mi
    38 East Avenue
    New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Nancy Gade, MD 310 Points

    Nancy Gade, MD

    Wilton Internal Medicine, LLC
    Distance: 29.03 mi
    436 Danbury Road
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Varshapriya Iyer, MD 200 Points

    Varshapriya Iyer, MD

    Distance: 29.03 mi
    436 Danbury Road
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Alan Radin, MD 190 Points

    Alan Radin, MD

    Distance: 29.03 mi
    195 Danbury Road, Whitlock Building Suite 210
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Jasmina Krstic 150 Points

    Jasmina Krstic

    Nuvance Health Medical Practices - Primary Care
    Distance: 29.03 mi
    249 Danbury Road
    Suite 100
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Sally Bergwerk 150 Points

    Sally Bergwerk

    Sally R Bergwerk
    Distance: 29.03 mi
    372 Danbury Road
    Suite 197
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Arthur D'Souza, MD 130 Points

    Arthur D'Souza, MD

    Wilton Medical Assoc
    Distance: 29.03 mi
    PO Box 793
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Sally Bergwerk, MD 120 Points

    Sally Bergwerk, MD

    Distance: 29.03 mi
    PO Box 725
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Johnnie Lee, MD 100 Points

    Johnnie Lee, MD

    Distance: 29.03 mi
    30 Raymond Ln
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Ben Hur Aguilar 100 Points

    Ben Hur Aguilar

    Nuvance Health Medical Practices - Primary Care
    Distance: 29.03 mi
    249 Danbury Road
    Suite 100
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Kristine Pantchenko 50 Points

    Kristine Pantchenko

    Nuvance Health Medical Practice - Primary Care Wilton
    Distance: 29.03 mi
    249 Danbury Road
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Stamford Health Medical Group - Primary Care

    Distance: 29.03 mi
    372 Danbury Road
    Suite 197
    Wilton, CT 06897
  • Leone Donald

    Leone Donald

    WCMG Wilton Primary and Specialty Care
    Distance: 29.03 mi
    249 Danbury Road
    Suite 100
    Wilton, CT 06897

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