In most cases, a referral from a family physician or another healthcare provider is required to see an Internal Medicine specialist.
Ask your family doctor or healthcare provider to send a referral to MedCare Clinics. Once the referral has been received and reviewed, our team will contact you to arrange your consultation.
Book an appointment at a MedCare Clinics location. A healthcare provider can assess your concerns and submit a referral to an Internal Medicine specialist when medically appropriate.
An Internal Medicine physician, also known as an internist, specializes in assessing, diagnosing and managing health conditions affecting adults. Internists frequently care for patients with chronic, complex or multiple medical concerns.
In most cases, a referral from a physician or healthcare provider is required. Referrals are reviewed according to the patient's medical needs, the physician's scope of practice and appointment availability.
Yes. Our physicians can assess medical and lifestyle factors that may affect weight and develop an individualized medical weight-management plan. Treatment recommendations depend on each patient's health, eligibility and clinical needs.
Yes. Internal Medicine physicians can assess and manage diabetes, prediabetes and related metabolic risk factors. They may also coordinate care with your family physician or other specialists when necessary.
Nutrition and lifestyle recommendations may form part of an internal medicine care plan. If more specialized dietary support is required, the physician may recommend working with a dietitian or another qualified healthcare professional.
Certain restrictions may apply. Acceptance of any referral is at the sole discretion of the provider and is subject to the provider’s clinical judgment and practice policies. Walk-in visits are limited and will be accommodated only as patient volume and clinic capacity allow. The Internal Medicine physicians are not on-site for all clinic hours; walk-in availability is only when the Internal Medicine physician is present. Clinic hours and the Internal Medicine physician’s schedules are subject to change without notice.