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What you are referring to is most likely a doctor that practices Internal Medicine. This is a physician who has completed the required training to specialize in diagnosing diseases of the internal organs. Physicians that complete training for Internal Medicine can either focus on general internal medicine or go on to specialize in various other subspecialities associated with internal organs. Unlike a pediatrician, that specializes in children, many adult individuals that are looking for a Primary Care Physician choose a doctor that specializes in Internal Medicine. PCPs refer to specialists should the condition warrant such a decision.
Doctors of internal medicine focus on adult medicine and have had special study and training focusing on the prevention and treatment of adult diseases. At least three of their seven or more years of medical school and postgraduate training are dedicated to learning how to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases that affect adults. Internists are sometimes referred to as the "doctor's doctor," because they are often called upon to act as consultants to other physicians to help solve puzzling diagnostic problems.
Simply put, internists are Doctors of Internal Medicine. Doctors for Adults.® But you may see them referred to by several terms, including "internists," "general internists" and "doctors of internal medicine." But don't mistake them with "interns," who are doctors in their first year of residency training.............Add your answer:
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What is a doctor of internal medicine DO CMD?
It's a doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) CMD certified medical doctor internal medicine is adult medicine
What type of doctor is JD in Scrubs?
JD is a general doctor who works in the ICU in Internal Medicine.
How much money does an internal medicine doctor earn?
At least 40.00
Would a osteopathic doctor be a good diabetic doctor to go to?
Certainly, if you go to a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine who specializes in endocrinology or internal medicine, they would definitely be able to help you.
What is the internal medicine doctor treats?
The medical doctor can prescribe any medication he/she feels will benefit the patient.
What is the difference between a Family Medicine Doctor and a Internal Medicine Doctor?
Internal medicine is usually for adults and the illnesses that come with that age group. Family practitioner is for all age groups. Men, women, children, etc.
Can a DO doctor do the same exams and physicals as a internal medicine MD?
Absolutely, Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) do the same physical exams as Doctors of Medicine (M.D.) and, just like Doctors of Medicine, can specialize in any branch of medicine including internal medicine.
What doctor treat sarcoidosis?
It really depends on what organs are involved. Start with an Internal Medicine doctor and then have her recommend the best.
What's the salary for an internal medicine doctor in Houston?
According to the website www.simplyhired.com, the average salary for internal medicine physician in the Houston, Texas metropolitan statistical area is $109000.
In the tv show scrubs what type of doctor is jd?
J.D.'s speciality is in Internal Medicine.
A doctor who cures the diseases of the internal organs of the body?
An internist or internal medicine doctor. Family practitioners, pediatricians, gynecologists and many others would porbably say this applies to them as well.
What is internal medicine?
Internal medicine or general internal medicine (in Commonwealth nations) is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of internal diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists, or physicians (without a modifier) in Commonwealth nations.
