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Find an internist in Fairbanks, AK 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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  • Nikolaos Sarrimanolis, MD 120 Points

    Nikolaos Sarrimanolis, MD

    1867 Airport Way Ste 145B
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Michael Heinle, MD 110 Points

    Michael Heinle, MD

    1001 Noble St
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Jeffrey Partnow, MD 110 Points

    Jeffrey Partnow, MD

    3875 Geist Rd Ste E
    Fairbanks, AK 99709
  • Arva Chiu, MD 110 Points

    Arva Chiu, MD

    Tanana Valley Clinic
    PO Box 75358
    Fairbanks, AK 99707
  • Richard Burger, MD 100 Points

    Richard Burger, MD

    Arctic Internal Medicine
    2009 Cowles St
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Jack Carroll, MD 100 Points

    Jack Carroll, MD

    1640 Cowles St Ste 1
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Owen Hanley Jr, MD 100 Points

    Owen Hanley Jr, MD

    Chest Medicine Fairbanks
    1701 Gillam Way
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Barbara Creighton, MD 100 Points

    Barbara Creighton, MD

    1867 Airport Way Ste 110A
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Carol Phillips, MD 100 Points

    Carol Phillips, MD

    Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
    3854 Ullrbahn
    Fairbanks, AK 99709
  • Larry Harikian, MD 100 Points

    Larry Harikian, MD

    Fairbanks Urgent Care Ctr
    1867 Airport Way Ste 130B
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Gina Escobar, MD 100 Points

    Gina Escobar, MD

    Tanana Valley Clinic
    1650 Cowles St, PO Bx 880846
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Linda Kirk Garcia, MD 100 Points

    Linda Kirk Garcia, MD

    Tanana Valley Clinic
    1001 Noble St Ste 350
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Kenneth Starks, MD 100 Points

    Kenneth Starks, MD

    Tanana Valley Clinic
    1001 Noble St Ste 350
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Jonathan Starr, MD 100 Points

    Jonathan Starr, MD

    Tanana Valley Clinic
    1408 19th Ave
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • David Grauman, MD 10 Points

    David Grauman, MD

    1919 Lathrop St
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Arva Chiu, MD

    Arva Chiu, MD

    1001 Noble St
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Owen Hanley, MD

    Owen Hanley, MD

    1701 Gillam Way
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Elizabeth Kohnen, MD

    Elizabeth Kohnen, MD

    1919 Lathrop St Ste 205
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
  • Jonathan Starr, MD

    Jonathan Starr, MD

    1001 Noble St
    Fairbanks, AK 99701

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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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