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  • Kenneth Reese, MD 170 Points

    Kenneth Reese, MD

    Summit Medical Group
    2001 Laurel Avenue
    105
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • John Cooper, MD 140 Points

    John Cooper, MD

    Summit Medical Group
    501 20th St
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • James Ferguson Jr, MD 130 Points

    James Ferguson Jr, MD

    Summit Medical Group
    501 20th St Ste 404
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Michael Passarello, MD 130 Points

    Michael Passarello, MD

    Summit Medical Group
    501 20th St Ste 404
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Richard Phelps, MD 130 Points

    Richard Phelps, MD

    Tennessee Internal Medicine
    501 20th St Ste 205/206
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Richard Rose, MD 120 Points

    Richard Rose, MD

    Summit Medical Group
    501 20th St Fl 4
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Gregg Kesterson, MD 120 Points

    Gregg Kesterson, MD

    Tennessee Internal Medicine
    501 20th St Ste 205/206
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Albert Slutzker, MD 110 Points

    Albert Slutzker, MD

    Horizon Physicians Group
    2001 Laurel Ave Ste 101
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Punam Bhandari, MD 110 Points

    Punam Bhandari, MD

    Summit Medical Group
    501 20th St
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Robert Gilbertson, MD 100 Points

    Robert Gilbertson, MD

    Ft Sanders Internal Med Grp Ft Sanders Prof Bldg
    1901 W Clinch Ave
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Stephen Kiss, MD 100 Points

    Stephen Kiss, MD

    Horizon Physicians Group
    2001 Laurel Ave
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Gregory Lemense, MD 100 Points

    Gregory Lemense, MD

    Horizon Physicians Group
    2001 Laurel Ave Ste 101
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Victor Salter, MD 100 Points

    Victor Salter, MD

    Horizon Physicians Group
    2001 Laurel Ave Ste 101
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Preston Phelps Jr, MD 100 Points

    Preston Phelps Jr, MD

    Phelps Phelps & Lowry
    501 20th St Ste 205
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • James Rivers Jr, MD 100 Points

    James Rivers Jr, MD

    Summit Medical Group
    501 20th St
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Samuel Tipton Jr, MD 100 Points

    Samuel Tipton Jr, MD

    1817 Cumberland Ave Ste 313
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Karen Wells, MD 100 Points

    Karen Wells, MD

    1818 Andy Holt Ave Ste 105
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Margaret Young, MD 40 Points

    Margaret Young, MD

    University-TN Student Health
    1818 Andy Holt Ave Ste 105
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • John Adams

    John Adams

    2001 Laurel Ave Ste 206
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Ernest Kemp

    Ernest Kemp

    1915 White Ave Ste 601
    Knoxville, TN 37916
  • Jeffry King

    Jeffry King

    1915 White Ave Ste 601
    Knoxville, TN 37916

Nearby Cities

Powell (7.75 mi)
Louisville (11.95 mi)
Alcoa (12.19 mi)
Maryville (14.38 mi)
Corryton (15.42 mi)
Oak Ridge (19.81 mi)
Sevierville (21.08 mi)
Maynardville (21.19 mi)
Townsend (21.77 mi)
Lenoir City (21.9 mi)
New Market (22.83 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