About the doctor
Internal medicine is a broad branch of medicine devoted to the prevention, diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases of the internal organs in adults. Through a careful history, physical examination and the interpretation of laboratory tests and imaging, the internist identifies the root cause of symptoms such as fatigue, prolonged fever, weight loss and undiagnosed pain.
Common conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid and cholesterol disorders, anaemia, kidney disease and infections are managed here, and when necessary the patient is referred to the relevant sub-specialist. The goal is integrated care, long-term control of chronic illness and a better quality of life.