Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine physicians manage patients admitted to the hospital. In addition to that, Fairchild Ambulatory Internal Medicine physicians provide in-depth, patient-centered care for adult patients in an ambulatory non-hospital setting. Fairchild has American board-certified internal medicine physician staffing both the hospital and ambulatory clinics. Internal medicine is tasked to diagnose and manage medically complex conditions and chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and pulmonary disease-wide array of neurological disorders. Patients receive overarching internal medicine care without a hospital overnight stay, enabling ongoing monitoring, personalized treatment, and preventive care tailored to their unique needs. Internists offer diagnostic services such as lab tests and EKGs, as well as patient education and lifestyle counseling to support overall health and well-being. 

Internists provide personalized advice on managing existing conditions and guidance on preventing future health issues. Internists provide internal medicine consultation services to all other FMC primary care providers. By establishing long-term relationships with their patients, internists offer continuity of care and develop a deep understanding of each patient’s medical history, making outpatient internal medicine practices a cornerstone of adult healthcare. 

Whether seeking treatment for common illnesses, managing complex health conditions, or looking for advice on health maintenance, Fairchild Medical Clinic’s Internal Medicine physicians serve as a reliable and accessible resource for all aspects of your health. 

Services Patients Can Receive from an Internist 

Preventive Care and Health Maintenance: 

• Annual physical exams. 
• Vaccinations and screenings for chronic diseases. 
• Lifestyle counseling (e.g., nutrition, exercise, and stress management). 

Management of Chronic Conditions: 

• Diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, coronary artery disease, COPD, asthma, restrictive and obstructive pulmonary disease, Crohn’s ulcerative colitis, lupus, arthritis, migraine, gastroesophageal reflux, celiac, peptic ulcer disease, renal failure, liver disease, anemia, thyroid disease, obesity, and osteoporosis. 

System disease management: 

• All medicine subspecialties like Cardiac, pulmonary, hepatobiliary, gastroenterology, endocrinology, hematology, rheumatology, neurology, and nephrology .

Coordination of Care: 

• Referrals to specialists when needed. 
• Collaboration with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians, physical therapists, and mental health professionals. 
• Assist patients in navigating the health system. 

Diagnostic Services: 

• Blood tests, urine tests, EKGs, and full array of imaging services. 

Health Education and Counseling: 

• Personalized advice on managing conditions and preventing future health issues. 

This holistic approach ensures that patients receive comprehensive and continuous care to support their overall health and well-being.