Family Medicine Specialist

What is internal medicine?

Internal medicine is a medical specialty that uses a science-based approach to manage adults’ health. The internist received special training to diagnose and handle any medical condition that an adult may experience, from common chronic disorders to complex, rare medical conditions.

The internal medicine team at Suburban Medical & Wellness Center also places a special emphasis on prevention and wellness to keep you healthy, offering additional therapies like chiropractic care, massage therapy, and physical therapy.

The team is with you for life and works hard to develop a trusting patient-doctor relationship, which can improve communication and overall care.

What conditions can an internal medicine physician manage?

The internal medicine physicians at Suburban Medical & Wellness Center can help you manage your general health, as well as any chronic medical condition. Some common conditions include:

• Diabetes
• Heart disease
• Allergies
• Arthritis
• Asthma
• Digestive disorders

The health care team also provides medical management for acute illnesses like colds or the flu, stomach bugs, or an infection.

What can I expect during an examination?

You can expect a thorough and comprehensive medical examination at Suburban Medical & Wellness Center. Your visit starts with gathering information about you and your health. This helps the team identify your personal health concerns and risks.

Then, the physician conducts a physical examination, which includes:

• Checking vitals, including heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature
• Height and weight measurements
• Checking reflexes
• Looking at your eyes, ears, and throat
• Listening to your lungs
• Palpating your internal organs

If needed, the team may recommend additional testing to get a better picture of your health, such as blood work.

Once the physician has gathered all the necessary information, they develop a health plan to help you stay well or manage a medical condition. As a practice focused on wellness, the team may place special emphasis on lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise, to help you improve your health.

As a full-service medical practice with an onsite rehab clinic, the team may refer you to physical therapy to provide an individualized home exercise program that fits your health and fitness needs.

The internal medicine physicians at Suburban Medical & Wellness Center are trained to solve medical problems using a scientific method, from the simplest to the most complex. For caring and well-rounded management of all of your health needs, call them today or schedule an appointment online.