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Find an internist in Abilene, TX 79606 that specializes in integrative medicine, annual physicals, sports physicals, acute care, primary care, chronic disease care, illness, cancer screening, and more.

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  • N Robinson 250 Points

    N Robinson

    Dr. N. Keith Robinson Jr., MD
    6399 Directors Parkway
    Suite 200
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Gibel Cedeno, MD
    200 Points

    Gibel Cedeno, MD

    Hendrick Clinic
    1680 Antilley Rd
    Ste 200
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Samantha Goodman 160 Points

    Samantha Goodman

    Samantha H. Goodman, MD
    6399 Directors Parkway
    Suite 200
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Ralphie Rosario, MD
    150 Points

    Ralphie Rosario, MD

    Hendrick Medical Center
    6250 Regional Plaza
    Ste 1000
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Victor Hudman II, MD
    150 Points

    Victor Hudman II, MD

    6250 Regional Plaza
    Ste 1060
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Thomas Headstream, MD 110 Points

    Thomas Headstream, MD

    Abilene Diagnostic Clinic
    1665 Antilley Rd Ste 20
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Chester Tong, MD 110 Points

    Chester Tong, MD

    4400 Buffalo Gap Rd Ste 2500
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • John Arthur, MD 100 Points

    John Arthur, MD

    Abilene Diagnostic Clinic
    1665 Antilley Rd Ste 160
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Thomas Woodward, MD 100 Points

    Thomas Woodward, MD

    Abilene Diagnostic Clnc Assoc
    1665 Antilley Rd
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Chris Hardegree, DO
    100 Points

    Chris Hardegree, DO

    Hendrick Clinic
    5302 Buffalo Gap Rd
    Ste 104
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Clay Bulls, PA
    100 Points

    Clay Bulls, PA

    Hendrick Medical Center South
    6250 US-83
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Kyle Mcclendon, PA
    100 Points

    Kyle Mcclendon, PA

    Hendrick Medical Center South
    6250 US-83
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Katherine Wilson, FNP-C
    100 Points

    Katherine Wilson, FNP-C

    Hendrick Medical Center
    6250 Regional Plaza
    Ste 1060
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Steven Wachs, MD 50 Points

    Steven Wachs, MD

    1665 Antilley Rd Ste 202
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Robert Lockhart, MD

    Robert Lockhart, MD

    Cardiology Consultants
    1680 Antilley Rd
    Abilene, TX 79606
  • Thomas Headstream, MD

    Thomas Headstream, MD

    1665 Antilley Rd Ste 200
    Abilene, TX 79606

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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