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  • Christopher Vivas 100 Points

    Christopher Vivas

    Sebastian River Primary Care
    Distance: 20.88 mi
    13480 US Highway 1
    Sebastian, FL 32958
  • Edgar Figueroa 100 Points

    Edgar Figueroa

    Steward Multispecialty Sebastian
    Distance: 20.88 mi
    7925 Bay Street Suites 1 & 2
    Sebastian, FL 32958
  • Robert Watine, MD
    100 Points

    Robert Watine, MD

    Distance: 20.88 mi
    8000 Ron Beatty Blvd
    Suite A3
    Sebastian, FL 32976
  • George Mitchell, DO 50 Points

    George Mitchell, DO

    Physician's Medical Ctr
    Distance: 20.88 mi
    13855 US Highway 1 Ste 4
    Sebastian, FL 32958
  • Raquel Rodriguez, MD 50 Points

    Raquel Rodriguez, MD

    Distance: 20.88 mi
    7766 Bay St Ste 11
    Sebastian, FL 32958
  • Cynthia Rider

    Cynthia Rider

    Sebastian River Gastroenterology
    Distance: 20.88 mi
    8005 Bay Street
    Suite 1
    Sebastian, FL 32958
  • Stephen Fitzgerald

    Stephen Fitzgerald

    Steward Gastroenterology Associates
    Distance: 20.88 mi
    8005 Bay Street
    Suite 1
    Sebastian, FL 32958
  • Maria Yataco, MD 100 Points

    Maria Yataco, MD

    Fellsmere Medical Ctr
    Distance: 21.24 mi
    12916 County Road 512
    Fellsmere, FL 32948
  • Ricardo Henriques, MD 360 Points

    Ricardo Henriques, MD

    Village Internal Medicine
    Distance: 22.39 mi
    503 Delannoy Ave
    Cocoa, FL 32922
  • Raymond Baez, MD
    300 Points

    Raymond Baez, MD

    Distance: 22.39 mi
    1317 West Point Drive
    Cocoa, FL 32922
  • Michelle Yates, MD
    300 Points

    Michelle Yates, MD

    Steward Internal Medicine, PSJ
    Distance: 22.39 mi
    7227 N Highway 1
    Suite 200
    Cocoa, FL 32927
  • Hany Guirguis, MD
    250 Points

    Hany Guirguis, MD

    Distance: 22.39 mi
    1317 West Point Drive
    Cocoa, FL 32922
  • Patricia Alexander, MD
    150 Points

    Patricia Alexander, MD

    Steward Primary Care, Cocoa
    Distance: 22.39 mi
    1317 West Point Dr
    Cocoa, FL 32922
  • Monisola Oni, MD
    140 Points

    Monisola Oni, MD

    Distance: 22.39 mi
    1317 West Point Drive
    Cocoa, FL 32922
  • Faiaz Rasul, MD 110 Points

    Faiaz Rasul, MD

    Space Coast Internal Medicine
    Distance: 22.39 mi
    7075 N US Highway 1 Ste 500
    Cocoa, FL 32927
  • Liviu Florescu, MD 100 Points

    Liviu Florescu, MD

    Distance: 22.39 mi
    1317 West Point Dr
    Cocoa, FL 32922

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