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  • Guy Aton, MD 140 Points

    Guy Aton, MD

    Aton Riedel & Llorens
    3550 College Ave Ste B
    Alton, IL 62002
  • Thomas Gutmann, MD 110 Points

    Thomas Gutmann, MD

    Riverbend Physicians & Surgeon
    2 Memorial Dr Ste 220
    Alton, IL 62002
  • John Hoelscher, MD 110 Points

    John Hoelscher, MD

    Riverbend Physicians & Surgeon
    2 Memorial Dr Ste 220
    Alton, IL 62002
  • John Wuellner, MD 110 Points

    John Wuellner, MD

    Riverbend Physicians & Surgeons Sc
    2 Memorial Dr Ste 220
    Alton, IL 62002
  • William Bartley, MD 110 Points

    William Bartley, MD

    William Raymond Bartley, MD & Associates - Internal Medicine
    1 Professional Drive, Suite 220
    Alton, IL 62002
  • James Ricci 100 Points

    James Ricci

    Alton Internal Medicine
    2 Memorial Drive
    Suite 220
    Alton, IL 62002
  • John Wuellner 100 Points

    John Wuellner

    Alton Internal Medicine
    2 Memorial Drive
    Suite 220
    Alton, IL 62002
  • Lawrence Burch, MD 100 Points

    Lawrence Burch, MD

    Alton Internist Assoc
    2 Saint Anthonys Way
    Alton, IL 62002
  • Colin Butterfield, MD 100 Points

    Colin Butterfield, MD

    Alton Internist Associates
    2 Saint Anthonys Way Ste 205
    Alton, IL 62002
  • Myles Yanta, MD 100 Points

    Myles Yanta, MD

    Alton Multi-Specialists
    1 Professional Dr Ste 150
    Alton, IL 62002
  • Naser Al Masalmeh, MD 100 Points

    Naser Al Masalmeh, MD

    Bethalto Health Ctr
    620 E 3rd St Ste 200
    Alton, IL 62002
  • Stanley Sidwell, MD 100 Points

    Stanley Sidwell, MD

    BJC Medical Group
    1 Memorial drive suite 3-643
    Alton, IL 62002
  • Bradley Campbell, MD 100 Points

    Bradley Campbell, MD

    307 Henry St Ste 408
    Alton, IL 62002
  • Tanin Parich, MD 100 Points

    Tanin Parich, MD

    Compas
    2 Saint Anthonys Way Ste 205
    Alton, IL 62002
  • John Chanasue, MD 100 Points

    John Chanasue, MD

    John A Chanasue Ltd
    307 Henry St
    Alton, IL 62002
  • Christopher Green, MD 100 Points

    Christopher Green, MD

    Riverbend Physicians & Surgeon
    2 Memorial Dr Ste 120
    Alton, IL 62002

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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