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  • Ganesh Kini, MD 210 Points

    Ganesh Kini, MD

    Conyers Medical Clinic
    Distance: 6.57 mi
    2601 Salem Rd SE
    Conyers, GA 30013
  • Bassam Tome, MD 190 Points

    Bassam Tome, MD

    Adult Primary Care Medicine
    Distance: 6.57 mi
    1277 Wellbrook Cir NE, #C
    Conyers, GA 30012
  • Kaushik Amin, MD 140 Points

    Kaushik Amin, MD

    Conyers Medical Clinic
    Distance: 6.57 mi
    2601 Salem Rd Se
    Conyers, GA 30013
  • Howard Ellison, MD 120 Points

    Howard Ellison, MD

    Distance: 6.57 mi
    1010 E Freeway Dr SE
    Conyers, GA 30094
  • Mary Stephens, MD 120 Points

    Mary Stephens, MD

    Internal Medicine Assoc
    Distance: 6.57 mi
    1301 Wellbrook Cir Ne
    Conyers, GA 30012
  • Harmon Smith, MD 110 Points

    Harmon Smith, MD

    Georgia Primary Care
    Distance: 6.57 mi
    PO Box 117
    Conyers, GA 30012
  • Nirmala Chelliah, MD 110 Points

    Nirmala Chelliah, MD

    Rockdale Family Practice
    Distance: 6.57 mi
    2020 Honey Creek Pkwy SE
    Conyers, GA 30013
  • Kaushik Amin, MD 100 Points

    Kaushik Amin, MD

    Conyers Medical Clinic
    Distance: 6.57 mi
    2601 Salem Rd SE
    Conyers, GA 30013
  • Ekundayo Falase, MD 100 Points

    Ekundayo Falase, MD

    Eastside Premier Nephrology
    Distance: 6.57 mi
    1298 Wellbrook Cir NE Ste B
    Conyers, GA 30012
  • Jon Fantz, MD 100 Points

    Jon Fantz, MD

    Distance: 6.57 mi
    1315 Milstead Rd NE Ste 104
    Conyers, GA 30012
  • George Okafor, MD 100 Points

    George Okafor, MD

    GA Internal Medicine
    Distance: 6.57 mi
    1275 Parker Rd SE
    Conyers, GA 30094
  • Mark Hanson, MD 100 Points

    Mark Hanson, MD

    Georgia Heart Specialists
    Distance: 6.57 mi
    1366 Wellbrook Cir NE, #A
    Conyers, GA 30012

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