Top Internists in Forks, WA

John M Shima, MD
460 W E St
Forks, WA 98331
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • 31 years experience
  • 3 star hospital
What are 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 Forks, WA has a population of approximately 6,261 people. There is 1 internist near Forks, which gives it a ratio of 1 internist per 6,261 residents or a ratio of 1 internist per 2,194 households. There are 2,194 households in Forks.