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  • Pedro Cazabon, MD 100 Points

    Pedro Cazabon, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, Atrium 2W-Sectn Gen Intl
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Andrew Cohen, MD 100 Points

    Andrew Cohen, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, Bh528
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Jorge Garces, MD 100 Points

    Jorge Garces, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, Tranplant Dept
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Steven Granier, MD 100 Points

    Steven Granier, MD

    1516 Jefferson Hwy Dept Im
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Renee Meadows, MD 100 Points

    Renee Meadows, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 2nd Fl
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Jose Bernal Ramirez, MD 100 Points

    Jose Bernal Ramirez, MD

    Ochsner Cardiology Clinic
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, Ochsner Clinic
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Edward Frohlich, MD 100 Points

    Edward Frohlich, MD

    Ochsner Clinic
    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Paul Bagalman, MD 100 Points

    Paul Bagalman, MD

    Ochsner Clinic Uptown
    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Craig Seicshnaydre, MD 100 Points

    Craig Seicshnaydre, MD

    Ochsner Clinic-Covington
    1516 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • William Emory, MD 100 Points

    William Emory, MD

    Ochsner Clinic-Mandeville
    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Anjani Golive 100 Points

    Anjani Golive

    Ochsner Medical Center
    1514 Jefferson Highway
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Q Echols Williams, MD 100 Points

    Q Echols Williams, MD

    Ocshner Clinic-Kenner
    1516 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • George Pankey, MD 100 Points

    George Pankey, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Robert Quinet, MD 100 Points

    Robert Quinet, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Leslie Rodrigue, MD 100 Points

    Leslie Rodrigue, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 2nd Flr Atrium
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Stacy Siegendorf, MD 100 Points

    Stacy Siegendorf, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, Atrium Tower Internal Med
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Fayne St John, MD 100 Points

    Fayne St John, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, Ochsner Clinic
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Jamie Ross, MD 100 Points

    Jamie Ross, MD

    Tulane Medical Ctr
    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Vincent Valentine, MD 100 Points

    Vincent Valentine, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, Brent House 3rd Fl
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Jerald Zakem, MD 100 Points

    Jerald Zakem, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, Ochsner Clnc
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Michael Meadors, MD 50 Points

    Michael Meadors, MD

    1516 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Franz Messerli, MD 50 Points

    Franz Messerli, MD

    Ochsner Clinic
    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Albert Wah Chan, MD 50 Points

    Albert Wah Chan, MD

    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
  • Sandra Kemmerly

    Sandra Kemmerly

    1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121

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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