Визначення та Значення "internal medicine"

What is "internal medicine"?

Internal medicine is a branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases in adults. Internists, the medical professionals in this field, are trained to provide care for a wide range of medical conditions affecting various organ systems. They often are the first person patients go to for managing chronic illnesses, conducting routine health tests, and help patients connect with specialists when needed. Internal medicine emphasizes how important it is to consider how different aspects of health and well-being are linked to each other.