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Find an internist in Knightdale, NC 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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  • Ralph Wall Jr, MD 100 Points

    Ralph Wall Jr, MD

    US Veterans Medical Ctr
    Distance: 27.4 mi
    508 Fulton St
    Durham, NC 27705
  • Eric Westman, MD 100 Points

    Eric Westman, MD

    US Veterans Medical Ctr
    Distance: 27.4 mi
    508 Fulton St Ste 11C
    Durham, NC 27705
  • Michael Oliverio, MD 100 Points

    Michael Oliverio, MD

    VA Medical Ctr
    Distance: 27.4 mi
    508 Fulton St Ste B3002
    Durham, NC 27705
  • Rowena Dolor, MD 100 Points

    Rowena Dolor, MD

    Veterans Affairs Med Ctr
    Distance: 27.4 mi
    2400 Pratt St, Duke Clinical Research Ins
    Durham, NC 27705
  • Juan Alva, MD 100 Points

    Juan Alva, MD

    Vickers Clinic
    Distance: 27.4 mi
    609 William Vickers Ave
    Durham, NC 27701
  • Sarahn Wheeler 100 Points

    Sarahn Wheeler

    Distance: 27.4 mi
    2100 Erwin Rd
    Durham, NC 27705
  • Althea Massenburg, MD 80 Points

    Althea Massenburg, MD

    Lakewood On Broad Family Prctc
    Distance: 27.4 mi
    2400 Broad St
    Durham, NC 27704
  • Linda Belhorn, MD

    Linda Belhorn, MD

    Barada, Harrell, Toohey, Belhorn - Internal Medicine
    Distance: 27.4 mi
    4004 Ben Franklin Boulevard
    Durham, NC 27704
  • Leo Barber, MD

    Leo Barber, MD

    Distance: 27.4 mi
    1301 Fayetteville St
    Durham, NC 27707
  • Joan Drucker

    Joan Drucker

    Distance: 27.4 mi
    1106 W Cornwallis Rd Ste 102
    Durham, NC 27705
  • Lynn Keplinger, MD

    Lynn Keplinger, MD

    Duke Primary Care
    Distance: 27.4 mi
    3024 Pickett Rd
    Durham, NC 27705
  • Esther Poza Juncal

    Esther Poza Juncal

    Distance: 27.4 mi
    105 Newsom St Ste 106
    Durham, NC 27704
  • Peter Libero, MD 100 Points

    Peter Libero, MD

    Federal Correctional Inst
    Distance: 28.37 mi
    PO Box 1000, Fci Butner
    Butner, NC 27509
  • Victor Siha, MD 100 Points

    Victor Siha, MD

    Distance: 28.37 mi
    PO Box 999, Lsci Butner
    Butner, NC 27509
  • Joy Johnson, MD

    Joy Johnson, MD

    Murdoch Ctr-Ncdhhs
    Distance: 28.37 mi
    1600 E C St
    Butner, NC 27509

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