Internal medicine

Internal medicine is a medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease in adults.

Internists, also known as internists, focus on comprehensive health management, addressing a wide range of medical conditions. Unlike specialties more focused on specific organs or systems, internists have a holistic perspective, considering the interrelationship of the body's different systems.

Their approach includes both acute and chronic illnesses, providing ongoing care and coordinating treatments when necessary. Internal medicine is fundamental to the comprehensive health care of adults.