Detroit 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 Detroit, MI has a population of approximately 673,342 people. There are 1,144 internists near Detroit, which gives it a ratio of 1 internist per 589 residents or a ratio of 1 internist per 223 households. There are 255,096 households in Detroit.