Palo Alto Internists

An internist is a physician who focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that affect the adult population - both acute and chronic.

These doctors are often who adults see as their primary physicians because they treat a broad range of illnesses that do not require surgical or specialist interventions. They also work to help a patient maintain optimal health in order to prevent the onset of disease.

In addition to treating the common cold and flu, internists also treat chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease.

The area of Palo Alto, CA has a population of approximately 92,558 people. There are 402 internists near Palo Alto, which gives it a ratio of 1 internist per 230 residents or a ratio of 1 internist per 83 households. There are 33,436 households in Palo Alto.