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  • Robert Girvin, MD 100 Points

    Robert Girvin, MD

    Multicare University Pl Urgent
    Distance: 2.93 mi
    7510 43rd St W
    University Place, WA 98466
  • Noda Torres

    Noda Torres

    Noda S Torres, MD
    Distance: 2.93 mi
    7210 40th St W
    University Place, WA 98466
  • Michael Wukelic, MD 310 Points

    Michael Wukelic, MD

    Franciscan Medical Clinic - Gig Harbor
    Distance: 4.49 mi
    6401 Kimball Dr
    Suite 201
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Greg Ostergren, DO 200 Points

    Greg Ostergren, DO

    Multicare Medical Group
    Distance: 4.49 mi
    4700 Point Fosdick Dr NW Ste 203
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Diane Combs, MD 200 Points

    Diane Combs, MD

    solo internal medicine
    Distance: 4.49 mi
    4700 Point Fosdick Dr NW Ste 207
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • James Patterson, MD 120 Points

    James Patterson, MD

    Distance: 4.49 mi
    4700 Point Fosdick Dr Nw
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • James Bales, MD 110 Points

    James Bales, MD

    Franciscan Medical Group
    Distance: 4.49 mi
    6401 Kimball Dr
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Thomas Herron, MD 110 Points

    Thomas Herron, MD

    Harbor Pediatrics
    Distance: 4.49 mi
    6401 Kimball Dr Ste 1011
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Zakaria Sharif, MD 100 Points

    Zakaria Sharif, MD

    Franciscan Inpatient Team at St. Anthony
    Distance: 4.49 mi
    11567 Canterwood Blvd. NW
    Gig Harbor, WA 98332
  • John Dimant, MD 100 Points

    John Dimant, MD

    Pediatrics Northwest - Gig Harbor
    Distance: 4.49 mi
    4700 Point Fosdick Drive Northwest
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Paul Schneider, MD 100 Points

    Paul Schneider, MD

    Peninsula Internal Medicine
    Distance: 4.49 mi
    4423 Point Fosdick Dr NW Ste 200
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Carl Trott, DO 80 Points

    Carl Trott, DO

    MultiCare Gig Harbor Primary Care
    Distance: 4.49 mi
    4545 Point Fosdick Drive
    Suite 250
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Mark Craddock, MD 10 Points

    Mark Craddock, MD

    Distance: 4.49 mi
    4700 Point Fosdick Dr Nw # 20
    Gig Harbor, WA 98329
  • Bruce Gottlieb, MD 10 Points

    Bruce Gottlieb, MD

    Distance: 4.49 mi
    4545 Point Fosdick Drive North West Suite 145
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Greg Ostergren 10 Points

    Greg Ostergren

    Distance: 4.49 mi
    4700 Point Fosdick Dr NW Ste 203
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335

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