Carol Said:

What happens at an internal medicine exam?

We Answered:

I think this just means you're seeing a doctor of internal medicine, or an internist, who is more of a generalist these days, especially if your issue is hypertension. This will probably be just a standard physical, nothing invasive like a rectal exam or anything, but you might have to undress to your underwear and put on a gown so the doctor can check your heart, lungs and abdomen. At the most the doctor might ask you about your sexual history, if you perform TSEs, if you have any problems maintaining an erection or urinating. This is all normal questions during a man's physical.

Michele Said:

What type of doctor is a doctor who practices internal medicine?

We Answered:

Those who does MD or specialization in Internal medicines. They mainly asses or diagnose/treat internal body parts or organ of human beings.

Susan Said:

what is the average annual salary of a PhD in internal medicine and where do they usually work?

We Answered:

There is no such thing as a PhD in internal medicine. Only a Doctor of Medicine specializing in Internal Medicine.

Antonio Said:

What kind of stethoscope is the best for internal medicine?

We Answered:

Any of Littmann's more "professional" scope like that are good. I ended up with the Master Cardiology, but the Cardiology II/II was a close second.

Caroline Said:

I want to be both a dietitian and a doctor of internal medicine?

We Answered:

Get an undergrad degree in dietetics or nutrition. If no such bachelors degree exists, you will need to major in something that awards a bachelor degree and minor in dietetics. Or get an associates in dietetics/nutrition and a bachelor in something related. Thing is, in 9.9 out of 10 medical schools a bachelor degree is required. So get some kind of degree in one of these areas and make sure that you have a bachelor. Then you can apply to med school. Regarding internal medicine, don't worry about that. Just worry about acceptance to med school first because you may decide to change your mind on what specific practice area you like later. Regarding specific classes, you should ask an advisor of the medical school that you have in mind, what they like to see. They always respond via email and setup advising appointments.

Thelma Said:

What is the difference between a family practice doctor and an internal medicine doctor?

We Answered:

Internal medicine docs undergo 3 years of training in all aspects of adult internal medicine (pulmonology and critical care, nephrology, cardiology, endocrinology, rheumatology, infectious diseases, gastroenterology, and hematology/oncology). That is all they do during residency training, which means they are better trained in these areas.

Family practice docs during their training also learn internal medicine, but not as long or to the extent that internal medicine docs do. However, they also learn some pediatrics, Ob/Gyn, and minor surgical procedures since they also spend some time training in Ob/Gyn and surgery. In my opinion, I consider a family practice doc to be a "jack of all trades, but master of none." They will see both adults and pediatrics patients. There are some Family Practice doctors that also deliver babies, but with the rise in malpractice insurance premiums most don't since they don't have the volume that Ob/Gyn doctors do.

If you want to go to a doctor who can do a little bit of everything and need basic check-ups, then a family doc may be the choice for you. However, if you have mainly adult internal medicine issues, you are better off going to an internist since their training is more extensive in this field.

However, if you live in a rural area where the number of docs is limited, if might be easier to see a family practice doc who can addresss all of your needs.

With all being said, there is also a wide range of knowledge and performance skills among doctors. If you have any friends, I would ask who they see and why they like seeing that particular doctor.

Personally, I would see an internist, but I am a little biased since I did my training in internal medicine. If you need a baby delivered, I would go to an Ob/Gyn and if you need a minor surgical procedure, I would go to a surgeon if possible.