Are you considering seeing an internal medicine doctor but can’t decide since you have heard that a family practitioner can provide you with the same level of care? While these two types of medical professionals are similar, there are some key distinctions.  

Family practitioners are medical professionals who focus on providing wellness services, whereas internists are expert at providing more in-depth health care services as they spend years gaining experience in many sub-specialties such as cardiology, and oncology, in addition to hospital-based training. Also, while family practitioners cater to all age groups, internists only treat adults. 

Some of the services that internists at Raffles Medical can provide are: 

Holistic Care 

If you have a serious medical problem, an internal medicine practitioner is best suited to provide the comprehensive care you require, as they specialize in treating patients who have complex or chronic disorders. They can also provide you with treatment for a wide range of symptoms and diseases. 

Accurate diagnosis 

Often, chronic illnesses and severe health problems are not what they appear to be, and even though diagnosing them can become quite perplexing, internists use their extensive knowledge and experience to pinpoint the exact problem and offer the best solution. 

Preventative Healthcare services 

Research shows that taking a preventative approach to healthcare is the most effective way to avoid chronic illnesses such as hypertension and diabetes. You’d see your internist for medical issues as they arise, as well as for preventive care like annual check-ups and vaccinations. 

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