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  • Gordon Akin, MD 100 Points

    Gordon Akin, MD

    Akin Gordon Summit Medical
    Distance: 25.49 mi
    3400 Lebanon Rd, Care System
    Murfreesboro, TN 37129
  • 100 Points

    Blackman Internal Medicine

    Distance: 25.49 mi
    2933 Medical Center Pkwy
    Suite E
    Murfreesboro, TN 37129
  • Mark Hinkes, DPM 100 Points

    Mark Hinkes, DPM

    Distance: 25.49 mi
    3400 Lebanon Rd
    Murfreesboro, TN 37129
  • Frank Louthan, MD 100 Points

    Frank Louthan, MD

    Distance: 25.49 mi
    1041 N Highland Ave
    Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  • Kecia Barrick, MD 100 Points

    Kecia Barrick, MD

    Murfreesboro Medical Clinic
    Distance: 25.49 mi
    1004 N Highland Ave
    Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  • George Hester, MD 100 Points

    George Hester, MD

    Murfreesboro Medical Clinic
    Distance: 25.49 mi
    1004 N Highland Ave
    Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  • Robert Humphrey, MD 100 Points

    Robert Humphrey, MD

    Murfreesboro Medical Clinic
    Distance: 25.49 mi
    1004 N Highland Ave
    Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  • Julianne Stout, MD 100 Points

    Julianne Stout, MD

    Murfreesboro Medical Clinic W
    Distance: 25.49 mi
    1004 N Highland Ave
    Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  • James Norwood, MD 100 Points

    James Norwood, MD

    Distance: 25.49 mi
    301 N University St Ste 106
    Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  • Peter Di Corleto, MD 100 Points

    Peter Di Corleto, MD

    Saint Thomas Health Svc
    Distance: 25.49 mi
    1832 Ward Dr Ste 102
    Murfreesboro, TN 37129
  • Sam Carter III, MD 100 Points

    Sam Carter III, MD

    Surgicenter-Murfreesboro Med
    Distance: 25.49 mi
    1004 N Highland Ave
    Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  • Ethan Tolbert, MD 100 Points

    Ethan Tolbert, MD

    Distance: 25.49 mi
    421 E Bell St
    Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  • Joseph Scott, MD 90 Points

    Joseph Scott, MD

    Murfreesboro Medical Clinic
    Distance: 25.49 mi
    1004 N Highland Ave
    Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  • James Garner Jr, MD 90 Points

    James Garner Jr, MD

    Saint Thomas Health Svc
    Distance: 25.49 mi
    503 Highland Ter Ste D
    Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  • Lori Ray, MD 120 Points

    Lori Ray, MD

    Regents Medical Ctr
    Distance: 28.68 mi
    1018 Industrial Dr
    Pleasant View, TN 37146
  • James Cole II, MD 100 Points

    James Cole II, MD

    Bichon & Cole Medical Clinic
    Distance: 30.88 mi
    728 Nashville Pike
    Gallatin, TN 37066
  • Dianna Shipley, MD 100 Points

    Dianna Shipley, MD

    Gallatin Womens Ctr
    Distance: 30.88 mi
    300 Steam Plant Rd Ste 230
    Gallatin, TN 37066
  • Ted Hill, MD 100 Points

    Ted Hill, MD

    Sumner Medicine Group
    Distance: 30.88 mi
    300 Steam Plant Rd Ste 300
    Gallatin, TN 37066
  • Paige Tarquine, MD 100 Points

    Paige Tarquine, MD

    Distance: 30.88 mi
    904 Lakeshore Dr
    Gallatin, TN 37066
  • Paul Diamond, DO, MD

    Paul Diamond, DO, MD

    Distance: 30.96 mi
    6960 Millersburg Rd
    Christiana, TN 37037

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