What is an internist?

Internists are doctors who specialize in internal medicine, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases in adults. They are experts in managing patients with complex or chronic illnesses and often serve as primary care physicians. Internists are trained to handle a broad range of conditions affecting internal organs such as the heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys. They may work in hospitals, clinics, or private practices, and some pursue further subspecialties within internal medicine.