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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

While many patients are familiar with terms like “family doctor” or “primary care,” the field of internal medicine often raises questions: What exactly does an internist do? Internist : Specializes in adult medicine. Internal medicine focuses on adult patients , generally age 18 and older. It’s about staying ahead of disease.