Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga, TN has a population of approximately 198,659 people. There are 314 internists near Chattanooga, which gives it a ratio of 1 internist per 633 residents or a ratio of 1 internist per 268 households. There are 84,051 households in Chattanooga.