General and family medicine

Internal Medicine

Internal medicine is a medical specialty dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting adults. Internists are specialists in the comprehensive management of complex and chronic conditions, and their focus is on the overall care of the patient. This specialty is central to healthcare, addressing a wide range of health problems, from common illnesses to more complicated conditions that require a detailed, multidisciplinary approach.

Roles of the internist

The internist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of various pathologies, as well as the management of health problems that may involve multiple body systems. They are dedicated to providing high quality medical care, addressing not only the disease, but also the overall well-being of the patient. Their training allows them to identify medical problems that may require coordination with other specialists and ensure a comprehensive approach to treatment.

Pathologies treated

Internal medicine covers a wide range of pathologies, including but not limited to:

• Cardiovascular diseases (hypertension, heart failure, coronary heart disease).

• Respiratory diseases (asthma, COPD, pneumonia)

• Metabolic diseases (diabetes, dyslipidemias)

• Gastrointestinal diseases (inflammatory bowel disease, hepatopathies)

• Endocrine diseases (thyroid disorders, metabolic syndrome)

• Infectious diseases (acute and chronic infections)

• Renal problems (renal insufficiency, renal lithiasis).

Internal medicine is essential for the management of chronic and complex conditions, as well as for the prevention and early detection of diseases, which contributes to improve the quality of life of patients.