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65705 (1) (11.52 mi)
65605 (3) (12.19 mi)
65747 (1) (17.08 mi)
65738 (2) (18.77 mi)
65714 (2) (19.17 mi)
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  • Melinda Maples, MD 100 Points

    Melinda Maples, MD

    Distance: 11.59 mi
    1 N College Ave
    Marionville, MO 65705
  • Harsh Bhartee 50 Points

    Harsh Bhartee

    Mercy Sleep Center - Aurora
    Distance: 12.68 mi
    500 Porter Avenue
    Aurora, MO 65605
  • William Finfrock, DO, MD

    William Finfrock, DO, MD

    Aurora Community Hospital - Internal Medicine
    Distance: 12.68 mi
    500 Porter
    Aurora, MO 65605
  • Keith Meyer, MD

    Keith Meyer, MD

    Distance: 12.68 mi
    16086 Highway K
    Aurora, MO 65605
  • Rodney Donham

    Rodney Donham

    Mercy Clinic Family Medicine - Shell Knob
    Distance: 16.19 mi
    22361 Oak Ridge Drive
    Shell Knob, MO 65747
  • Stephanie Swords 50 Points

    Stephanie Swords

    Stephanie Lynn Swords, MD
    Distance: 18.67 mi
    332 S. Main
    Republic, MO 65738
  • Stephanie Swords

    Stephanie Swords

    Stephanie Swords, MD
    Distance: 18.67 mi
    332 S. Main Avenue
    Republic, MO 65738
  • Michael Payne, MD
    300 Points

    Michael Payne, MD

    CoxHealth Cassville Clinic
    Distance: 21.9 mi
    75 Smithson Drive
    Cassville, MO 65625
  • Ricky Kime, MD 100 Points

    Ricky Kime, MD

    Department Of Veterans Affairs
    Distance: 21.9 mi
    600 Main St
    Cassville, MO 65625
  • Rita Seger 50 Points

    Rita Seger

    Mercy Clinic Family Medicine - Cassville
    Distance: 21.9 mi
    92 Main Street
    Cassville, MO 65625
  • Russell Cowles III, MD 50 Points

    Russell Cowles III, MD

    CoxHealth Monett Clinic
    Distance: 21.99 mi
    1000 East Highway 60
    Monett, MO 65708
  • Cassandra Ashley, MD
    200 Points

    Cassandra Ashley, MD

    CoxHealth Branson Hills Clinic
    Distance: 23.02 mi
    1601 Branson Hills Parkway
    Branson, MO 65616
  • Bonnie Kuizinas, FNP
    150 Points

    Bonnie Kuizinas, FNP

    CoxHealth Branson Hills Clinic
    Distance: 23.02 mi
    1601 Branson Hills Parkway
    Branson, MO 65616
  • Rita Medrano Juarez, MD
    150 Points

    Rita Medrano Juarez, MD

    CoxHealth Branson Hills Clinic
    Distance: 23.02 mi
    1601 Branson Hills Parkway
    Branson, MO 65616
  • Brian Dieterle, DO, MD 110 Points

    Brian Dieterle, DO, MD

    Brian D. Dieterle, MD
    Distance: 23.02 mi
    221 Skaggs Road, Suite 102
    Branson, MO 65616

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