Qu'est-ce qu'un médecin interniste?

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**What Is an Internist Doctor?**



**Q: What is an internist doctor?**



**A:** An internist is a medical doctor who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of internal diseases in adults. They are trained in a ⁣broad range of medical conditions, from common illnesses to complex chronic diseases.



**Q: What kind of diseases ⁤do internists treat?**



**A:** Internists manage a wide spectrum of internal medicine conditions, including:



* Cardiovascular ⁤diseases ‌(e.g., heart ​disease, hypertension)

* Respiratory diseases (e.g., asthma, pneumonia)

* Gastroenterological disorders (e.g., inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease)

* ⁤Endocrine disorders (e.g.,​ diabetes,‌ thyroid disease)

* Infectious ⁢diseases (e.g., influenza, sepsis)



**Q: What is the difference between an internist and a primary care physician?**



**A:** Internists have additional specialized​ training in internal medicine beyond primary care physicians. This enables them to diagnose and treat more ⁣complex internal diseases and manage chronic conditions. Internists often work closely with other specialists, such as ⁣cardiologists and gastroenterologists, to provide comprehensive care.



**Q: What are the educational⁢ requirements to become an internist?**



**A:** To become an internist, ‌a doctor must complete:



* Undergraduate‌ education (bachelor’s degree)

* Medical school (doctor of medicine degree)

* Internal medicine residency program‍ (3 ‍years)



**Q: What are the job responsibilities of an internist?**



**A:** Internists are ‌responsible for:



* Conducting physical exams and medical histories

* ⁤Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests

* Developing and implementing treatment plans

* Managing chronic diseases

* Educating patients on disease prevention and management



**Q: How ‌do I ​find an ⁤internist?**



**A:** You can find ‌an internist ⁤through:



* Referrals from other healthcare providers

* Online​ directories (e.g., Healthgrades, Zocdoc)

* Insurance company websites

* ‍Local clinics and hospitals