Internal Medicine is a medical specialty of Aster Whitefield Hospital that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. It focuses on the internal organs and systems of the body, including the digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, and endocrine systems, among others. Our Internal medicine team comprises Internal Medicine physicians, also known as Internists, who are well-trained and experienced in managing complex medical problems and coordinate care for patients with multiple medical conditions. They also provide preventive care and health promotion services, including screenings and immunizations. Our department of Internal Medicine encompasses a wide range of subspecialties, including cardiology, gastroenterology, endocrinology, infectious diseases, and hematology among others.
The team of Internal medicine works closely with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses, pharmacists, and specialists, to ensure that patients receive comprehensive care that addresses their unique needs.
Our eminent and experienced doctors interpret diagnostic tests, such as blood work, imaging studies, and biopsies, to diagnose and manage patient conditions. By combining their knowledge of the patient's medical history, physical examination findings, and results of laboratory studies, doctors accurately diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions. They also provide advice on preventive measures and lifestyle changes to help ensure optimal health.
Based on the diagnosis they further prescribe and manage medications, including determining appropriate dosages, monitoring for side effects, and adjusting medications as needed. This is based on the idea that medications can help to reduce symptoms of the condition and help to restore balance in the body. Doctors also use medications to prevent illnesses, such as vaccinations, and to treat illnesses, such as antibiotics.
They also help educate patients about their health conditions, treatment options, and ways to maintain their health and prevent future health problems. Nurses provide patients with resources and advice to help them understand their medical conditions and make informed decisions about their health. They also help patients develop healthy habits and behaviors, such as proper diet and exercise, to improve their overall health and prevent future illnesses.
The team maintains accurate and detailed medical records for each patient, including notes on patient visits, test results, and treatment plans. This helps to ensure that each patient's medical history is well-documented and that physicians have access to all the information necessary to provide the highest quality of care. It also helps to minimize the risk of medical errors due to a lack of information.
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What does a general physician do?
General physicians are medical experts who diagnose and treat various conditions, including acute illnesses, chronic diseases, musculoskeletal issues, cardiovascular conditions, mental health disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, endocrine disorders, etc. They provide comprehensive treatment plans with thorough medical examinations of patients through diagnostic & imaging tests.
What question should you ask a general physician?
Patients must question potential risks associated with a treatment plan, the root cause of the medical conditions, precautions to consider, the recovery process, the number of appointments to seek after treatment, and other questions related to the medical conditions.
What are the most common types of conditions that general physicians treat?
General physicians treat major problems associated with the respiratory and digestive systems, cardiovascular symptoms, musculoskeletal pain, dizziness, numbness, mental health concerns, skin problems, and urinary and endocrine symptoms.
When should I consider seeing a general physician?
You need to see a general physician in Whitefield at Aster when experiencing symptoms like persistent infections, diabetes, hypertension, asthma, mental health issues, arthritis, back pain, eczema, acne, or other related conditions.
What is the role of a general physician in a patient's treatment journey?
The general physicians of Aster Whitefield provide continuous care, from diagnosing conditions, conducting imaging and diagnostic tests, managing chronic illnesses, prescribing medications, and providing consultation to ensuring patients receive frequent appointments post-treatment for better recovery.
How does a general physician decide on a treatment plan?
General physicians analyse patients’ medical health conditions with diagnostic tests, considering current symptoms, potential side effects, and risks associated with treatment plans. They also consult with patients to better understand the treatment process.
What advancements or technologies are utilised by general physicians?
Aster Whitefield in Bangalore is equipped with advanced equipment that includes a tuning fork, dermatoscope, penlight, weighing scale, reflex hammer, tongue depressor, peak flow meter, pulse oximeter, ECG machine, glucometer, nebuliser, spirometer, height measuring stand, urine dipsticks, rapid test kits, and sterile swabs.
What documents should I carry on my first visit to a general physician?
Patients are advised to carry their medical reports, results of previous treatments and surgeries undergone, genetic disorders, symptoms they experience, current medications, and a list of questions that need consultation with medical experts.
How should I prepare for my first visit to a general physician?
When you are about to visit general physicians in Whitefield at Aster, medical experts recommend patients arrive before the appointment time, wear comfortable clothes, take precautions before & after treatment, and carry all medical reports related to past treatments or genetic disorders.
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