Internal medicine is a primary care specialty focused on healthcare needs for adult patients, including the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of chronic or urgent health concerns. Internal medicine providers are trained to diagnose and treat common and complex medical conditions, as well as provide long-term management of recurrent and chronic medical problems such as asthma, congestive heart failure and diabetes. They act as your advocate and can provide you with regular check-ups, immunizations, help you understand risk factors for your health, care for more urgent illnesses and injuries and offer preventive health advice.
Conditions Treated
A few common conditions treated include but are not limited to:
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Respiratory infections, including bronchitis or pneumonia
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Diabetes
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Hypertension (high blood pressure)
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Colds and influenza (flu)
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Osteoporosis or bone health
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Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
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Behavioral health issues
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Allergies and asthma
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Geriatric (elderly) health concerns
Testing & Treatment Options
A few common tests and treatments include but are not limited to:
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Coordination of care for chronic health problems
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Diagnostic testing
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Annual health screenings
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Vaccinations and immunizations
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Preventive health recommendations
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Referrals to specialists, as needed
Our Providers
Our internal medicine providers focus on the health and well-being of adult patients. As primary care providers, our internists can diagnose and treat a broad spectrum of health problems, including complex and chronic diseases, as well as provide annual check-ups, health screenings, immunizations and nutrition recommendations.
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