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Find an internist in Sanibel, FL 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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  • Christine Forszpaniak

    Christine Forszpaniak

    Distance: 25.47 mi
    848 1st Ave N Ste 230
    Naples, FL 34102
  • Emilia  Murray, MD

    Emilia Murray, MD

    Internal Medicine, Emilia Murray MD.PA
    Distance: 25.47 mi
    1172 Goodlette Road
    Suite 202
    Naples, FL 34102
  • Jad Naser, MD

    Jad Naser, MD

    Distance: 25.47 mi
    7075 Radio Rd
    Naples, FL 34104
  • Mark Russo

    Mark Russo

    Distance: 25.47 mi
    11181 Health Park Blvd Ste 3010
    Naples, FL 34110
  • Jerilee Lomas, DO 240 Points

    Jerilee Lomas, DO

    I M Healthcare
    Distance: 27.44 mi
    1530 Lee Blvd Ste 2350, East Pointe Med Plz
    Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
  • Pedro Ylisastigui, MD 130 Points

    Pedro Ylisastigui, MD

    Distance: 27.44 mi
    1150 Lee Blvd Ste 4
    Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
  • Bernd Raphael, MD 100 Points

    Bernd Raphael, MD

    Community Medical Assoc
    Distance: 27.44 mi
    1530 Lee Blvd Ste 1100
    Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
  • Adrian Danchenko, MD
    100 Points

    Adrian Danchenko, MD

    Distance: 27.44 mi
    1530 Lee Blvd.
    Suite 1100
    Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
  • Sundaram Nagarathinam, MD 100 Points

    Sundaram Nagarathinam, MD

    East Pointe's Physicians Group
    Distance: 27.44 mi
    1155 Lee Blvd Ste 4
    Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
  • Larry Farmer, DO 100 Points

    Larry Farmer, DO

    Distance: 27.44 mi
    1500 Lee Blvd
    Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
  • Imtiaz Ahmad

    Imtiaz Ahmad

    Imtiaz Ahmad - Allergy Sleep & Lung Care
    Distance: 27.44 mi
    260 Beth Stacey Boulevard
    Suite 220
    Lehigh Acres, FL 33936

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