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South Boston (17.43 mi)
Oxford (19.53 mi)
Henderson (21.81 mi)
Manson (21.94 mi)
Roxboro (24.57 mi)
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  • Warren Koontz, MD 270 Points

    Warren Koontz, MD

    Henrico Internists Inc
    8923 Three Chopt Rd Ste 101
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Leslie Rose 250 Points

    Leslie Rose

    Dr. Leslie W. Rose III, MD, FACP
    7605 Forest Avenue
    Suite 100
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Robert Turner 250 Points

    Robert Turner

    Dr. Robert T. Turner, MD, FACP
    7605 Forest Avenue
    Suite 100
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Robert Turner, MD 180 Points

    Robert Turner, MD

    Rose & Turner
    7605 Forest Ave Ste 100
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Martin Starkman, MD 170 Points

    Martin Starkman, MD

    Martin T Starkman Ltd
    7603 Forest Ave Ste 303
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Richard Tate, MD 140 Points

    Richard Tate, MD

    Commonwealth Medical Assoc
    8923 Three Chopt Rd Ste 101
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • William Ferrar, MD 130 Points

    William Ferrar, MD

    Henrico Internists Inc
    8923 Three Chopt Rd Ste 101
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • G Mehfoud, MD 120 Points

    G Mehfoud, MD

    Henrico Internists Inc
    8923 Three Chopt Rd Ste 101
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Richard Mitchell, MD 120 Points

    Richard Mitchell, MD

    Independent Assoc
    7605 Forest Ave Ste 211
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Richard Hamrick III, MD 100 Points

    Richard Hamrick III, MD

    Pulmonary Associates Of Richmond Inc
    7601 Forest Ave Ste 106
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • James Mathers, MD 100 Points

    James Mathers, MD

    Pulmonary Associates-Richmond
    1500 Forest Ave
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Rodney Smith, MD 100 Points

    Rodney Smith, MD

    Pulmonary Associates-Richmond
    1500 Forest Ave
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Martin Betts, MD 50 Points

    Martin Betts, MD

    Pulmonary Associates
    7601 Forest Ave Ste 106
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • James Brooks Jr

    James Brooks Jr

    7605 Forest Ave Ste 410
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Clifford Smith

    Clifford Smith

    Clifford Smith, MD
    7607 Forest Avenue
    Suite 220
    Richmond, VA 23229
  • Clifford Smith

    Clifford Smith

    Clifford Smith, MD
    8921 Three Chopt Road
    Richmond, VA 23229

Nearby Cities

Clarksville (3.93 mi)
Boydton (13.7 mi)
South Boston (17.43 mi)
Oxford (19.53 mi)
Henderson (21.81 mi)
Manson (21.94 mi)
Roxboro (24.57 mi)

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