930 Internists Found in Independence, MO

We found 930 Internists available in Independence, MO with an average 4 stars across 3,153 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 400 Internists listed are accepting new patients and 388 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Jeffrey Allen Vanderkooi, MD

Psychiatry
Flexible scheduling
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
CHESTERFIELD, MO
"Dr. Vander Kooi saved my life twice. He was receptive when meds didn't work. He asked questions. Always checked in with my relationships with my partner and family." View Profile

Eric Harker

Internal Medicine
Flexible scheduling
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Lyons, CO
"Eric is amazing and the most caring person I know. He always has a huge smile on his face and feels super blessed that he gets to help people for his job." View Profile

Dr. Tamar Heisler

Pediatrics
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. Tami Heisler is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate and personalized care to children and their families at As You Are. View Profile

Dr. Michael Albrecht, MD

Internal Medicine
Gave an accurate diagnosis
14 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
LANSING, KS
"It was grateful meeting him as my prima Doctor" View Profile

Dr. Tracy Ching-Hue Burton

Pediatrics
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. Tracy Burton is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with over 10 years of experience providing expert care to children and families as the Chief Medical Officer at As You Are. View Profile

Dr. Matthew Griffin, MD

Sports Medicine
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
MORRISTOWN, NJ
Dr. Matthew Griffin, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician at Genesis Orthopedic and Spine in Westfield, West Orange, Morristown, Ridgewood, and Middletown, New Jersey. View Profile

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Shalaunda K Gray, MD

Other
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
INDEPENDENCE, MO1.7 mi
"She is excellent! Someone who actually listened to me." View Profile

Dr. Marc Kenneth Taormina, MD

Gastroenterology
50 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.2 mi
"My husband & I have been patients of Dr. Taormina's for over 25 years. We have always received excellent care from him & his staff." View Profile

Dr. Jaswinder Singh, MD

Oncology
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"Precise Dr, great staff, effective" View Profile

Dr. Louis Anthony Orlando, MD

Internal Medicine
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO3.4 mi
"I like him very much, he is thoughtful and very interested in giving me a through check up. Doesn't seem like he is any hurry to get me out the door." View Profile

Dr. Marjon M Gillbanks, MD

Internal Medicine
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO3.4 mi
"Dr. Gillbanks has been my Primary Care Physician for a number of years. I would highly recommend her to any of my family and friends." View Profile

Kulnarin Gay Purcell, MD

Internal Medicine
30 years exp
Independence, MO1.7 mi
Kulnarin Gay Purcell, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO. She has 30 years of experience. Her specialties include Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Pamela Sue Maben, MD

Geriatric Medicine
47 years exp
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"Dr. Maben is a talented listener and speaker in lay language. I rely on her exclusively for her abilities." View Profile

Dr. Jeffrey Allen Vanderkooi, MD

Psychiatry
Flexible scheduling
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
CHESTERFIELD, MO
"Dr. Vander Kooi saved my life twice. He was receptive when meds didn't work. He asked questions. Always checked in with my relationships with my partner and family." View Profile

Logan Kratt, MD

Other
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Logan Kratt, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO. He has 23 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Frank H Lewis, MD

Internal Medicine
50 years exp
Independence, MO5.2 mi
"Friendly and spent time with me" View Profile

Dr. George Burdette Pierson, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
45 years exp
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"Dr. Pierson does an excellent job, takes time to explain and answer questions. He is very knowledgeable as well. Very pleased with Dr. Pierson and the staff is great as well." View Profile

Dr. Elizabeth A Andes, MD

Internal Medicine
48 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO3.4 mi
"Dr. Andes is a doctor who listens and cares about her patients. I have been going to her for years and we have learned from each other." View Profile

Dr. Gregory Bruce Barber, MD

Gastroenterology
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO3.7 mi
"I trust Dr Barber more than any other GI doctor I have ever consulted with." View Profile

Dr. Karmel Lynn Carothers, MD

Internal Medicine
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Dr. Karmel Lynn Carothers, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Independence, MO and Lees Summit, MO(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Diane Sue Voss, MD

Internal Medicine
37 years exp
Independence, MO4.6 mi
"Been a patient for more than 20 years. Yes, she is always late, yes, she takes time to talk and evaluate, more valuable than the wait." View Profile

Dr. Stephen Allen Bloom, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
45 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"Dr. Bloom has provided me with excellent cardiac care for 20 years. I have great confidence in his medical advice. He and his fine staff have treated me "well."" View Profile

Katrina Dawn Powers, MD

Other
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Katrina Dawn Powers, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO. She has 32 years of experience. View Profile

Arthur Freeland, MD

Internal Medicine
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"My 87 yr old dads primary care Dr retired so we were looking for a new one. Dad had his appointment this week and I was thoroughly pleased with Dr Freeland." View Profile

Allison L Medlin, MD

Other
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
INDEPENDENCE, MO1.7 mi
Allison L Medlin, MD is a health care provider primarily located in INDEPENDENCE, MO. She has 18 years of experience. View Profile

Eric Harker

Internal Medicine
Had a good bedside manner
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Lyons, CO
"Eric is amazing and the most caring person I know. He always has a huge smile on his face and feels super blessed that he gets to help people for his job." View Profile

Dr. William Vincent Andrews, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
43 years exp
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"I have been a patient of Dr. Andrews for several years. He has the most wonderful "bed-side'manner", he comforts me and treats me like I was his only patient." View Profile

Lawrence M Gibbs, MD

Other
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
INDEPENDENCE, MO1.7 mi
Lawrence M Gibbs, MD is a health care provider primarily located in INDEPENDENCE, MO. He has 17 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Mahesh Chandra, MD

Internal Medicine
60 years exp
Independence, MO5.2 mi
"Dr Chandra and his support staff have always placed my TOTAL health condition in the forefront of each visit." View Profile

Dr. Mohammad Kazen Pourakbar, DO

Internal Medicine
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Dr. Mohammad Kazen Pourakbar, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Independence, MO and Appleton City, MO. View Profile

Dr. Brent Wayne Beasley, MD

Geriatric Medicine
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO1.8 mi
"You could not ask for a better physician. I have seen Dr Beasley for 3+ years. I have never met a more caring and understanding physician." View Profile

Dr. Michael William Farrar, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"My mother arrived about 10 minutes early for her appointment. We had just checked-in and sat down, when the nurse took us back to an exam room." View Profile

Dr. Iftekhar Ahmed, MD

Neurology
58 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"It is rare to see a doctor who treats you as an equal and is brilliant. He is kind, great staff, compassionate, professional, all the good stuff." View Profile

Dr. Mary Margaret Wurtz, MD

Sleep Medicine
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.2 mi
"I have been a patient of Dr Wurtz for 16 years. She has always been concerned with my health condition and does not hesitate to make suggestions that she feels might help." View Profile

Dr. Bernard Levi, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
54 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO3.4 mi
Dr. Bernard Levi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Overland Park, KS and Independence, MO. He has 54 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Majdy Ali A Albahhar, MD

Dermatology
22 years exp
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"I was recommended to see Dr. Albahhar by my family practice physician. Dr. Albahhar was excellent. Not only did he check my problem skin area, but other typical skin cancer areas." View Profile

Dr. Michael Albrecht, MD

Internal Medicine
Spent time with me
14 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
LANSING, KS
"It was grateful meeting him as my prima Doctor" View Profile

Dr. Khanh Xuan Nguyen, MD

Internal Medicine
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"I came into his office unannounced, requesting to see a doctor, and he was the one who offered to help me." View Profile

Dr. John Joseph Connolly, MD

Internal Medicine
35 years exp
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"I always get in to see the Dr right away. If I need to ask the nurse a question, she always calls back in a reasonable amount of time." View Profile

Dr. Dale Harrison Wytock, MD

Gastroenterology
49 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO3.7 mi
"I have had yearly scopes by Dr. Wytock for almost 10 years and he is professional, knowledgeable, thorough and friendly. Nurse Sharon Diddle is great as well." View Profile

Dr. Robert Edward Golder, MD

Nephrology
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"Next to Dr Glaser, perhaps the finest doctor in Kansas City. Cant think of anything bad to say." View Profile

Dr. Karl D Pfuetze, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
60 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO3.4 mi
"DR Pfuetze has become very important to my health improvements. He is like a family member in his caring." View Profile

Dr. Arthur Lee Brock, MD

Gastroenterology
53 years exp
Independence, MO3.7 mi
Dr. Arthur Lee Brock, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO. They have 53 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Matthew Griffin, MD

Sports Medicine
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
MORRISTOWN, NJ
Dr. Matthew Griffin, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician at Genesis Orthopedic and Spine in Westfield, West Orange, Morristown, Ridgewood, and Middletown, New Jersey. View Profile

Dr. Alfonso Jesse Martinez, MD

Sleep Medicine
50 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO5.2 mi
"Dr, Martinez is an extremely well informed physician who readily makes the patient part of the treatment paradigm.. He is friendly" View Profile

Dr. Rajesh Kabra, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"Informative, gets the job done, very intelligent, makes you fill comfortable in your decisions" View Profile

Dr. Kelly Michael James, MD

Surgery
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO3.4 mi
"Dr. James is highly skilled and explains all procedures in plain English. I had a hernia surgery in 2007 and every aspect of the surgery was explained." View Profile

Dr. Kiranmayi Chilappa, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
28 years exp
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"Glad I saw her" View Profile

Dr. Thomas Frederick Baldwin, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"I think very highly of Dr. Baldwin. He listens to me, deeply cares, is very professional, explains details so I understand, gives me all my options, and is very proficient." View Profile

Dr. Basem Awadh, MD

Internal Medicine
25 years exp
Independence, MO3.4 mi
"Very professional , friendly with very good diognostic ." View Profile

Dr. Hemender Singh Vats, MD

Nephrology
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
INDEPENDENCE, MO4.4 mi
Dr. Hemender Singh Vats, MD is a health care provider primarily located in INDEPENDENCE, MO, with other offices in Shawnee Mission, KS and Lees Summit, MO(and 11 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Aruna Rokkam, MD

Oncology
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"Dr.Rokkam has truly been a huge catalyst in my journey with breast cancer. Not only do I trust her 0, I feel like she truly cares about ME!" View Profile

Dr. Marco S Mazzella, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
"Pleasantly surprised and at ease with doc. First time seen by cardiologist at age 71. Spoke plainly in terms understood. Has nice demeanor and feel confident in his abilities." View Profile

Dr. Charles Pernele Alston, MD

Internal Medicine
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Dr. Charles Pernele Alston, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Dyersburg, TN and Tiptonville, TN(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. John Thomas Miller, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO5.1 mi
Dr. John Thomas Miller, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in North Kansas City, MO and Excelsior Springs, MO(and 9 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Alexandr Vladimirovich Arakelov, MD

Nephrology
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Dr. Alexandr Vladimirovich Arakelov, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Kansas City, MO and Lexington, MO(and 11 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Babatunde Adewale Olumide, MD

Internal Medicine
29 years exp
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Dr. Babatunde Adewale Olumide, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Lake Saint Louis, MO and Independence, MO(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Bob Ed Green, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Dr. Bob Ed Green, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Overland Park, KS and Overland Park, KS(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Emily Kananu Rukaria Kimaku, MD

Internal Medicine
29 years exp
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Dr. Emily Kananu Rukaria Kimaku, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Overland Park, KS and Independence, MO. View Profile

Dr. William Kent Barr, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
48 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO5.1 mi
"Dr. Barr has the best bed side manner of any doctor I have ever been a patient of. He is very professional, very compassionate and very knowledgeable in his field." View Profile

Dr. Olajide Kayode Oguntuase, MD

Psychiatry
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Dr. Olajide Kayode Oguntuase, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Kansas City, MO and Lees Summit, MO(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Ibrahim Abdelaziz Mourad, MD

Geriatric Medicine
45 years exp
Independence, MO4.3 mi
Dr. Ibrahim Abdelaziz Mourad, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with another office in Independence, MO. He has 45 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Mana Hobson, MD

Geriatric Medicine
41 years exp
Independence, MO3.0 mi
Dr. Mana Hobson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Kansas City, MO and Independence, MO. She has 41 years of experience. View Profile

Tisha D Anyanike, MD

Other
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
INDEPENDENCE, MO1.7 mi
Tisha D Anyanike, MD is a health care provider primarily located in INDEPENDENCE, MO. She has 24 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Tracy Ching-Hue Burton

Pediatrics
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. Tracy Burton is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with over 10 years of experience providing expert care to children and families as the Chief Medical Officer at As You Are. View Profile

Dr. Tamar Heisler

Pediatrics
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. Tami Heisler is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate and personalized care to children and their families at As You Are. View Profile

What is an Internist and How Can They Help You?

An internist specializes in adult medicine, providing comprehensive care for complex medical conditions. These physicians excel at diagnosing challenging cases and managing patients with multiple organ system involvement.

Internists complete medical school and a three-year internal medicine residency. Many pursue subspecialty fellowship training in fields such as cardiology, gastroenterology, or infectious disease, though general internists maintain broad adult medical expertise.

An Internist's clinical practice encompasses:

  • Concentrates on adult patient populations and multi-system medical management
  • Conducts medical history reviews, physical assessments, diagnostic test interpretation
  • Manages metabolic disorders, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary conditions, infectious processes, and immune-mediated diseases
  • Employs pharmaceutical management, preventive medicine, health counseling, and specialist coordination
  • Alternative titles: adult medicine specialist, general internist, MD, DO

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What's the best way to search for an Internist in Independence who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Internists in Independence who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Internists in Independence who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Internists providing telehealth services in Independence. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Internists in Independence?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Internists, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with an Internist in Independence?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Independence. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Internists in Independence have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Independence. This helps you find an Internist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Internists in Independence without calling?
Search for Internists who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate an Internist in Independence with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Internists in Independence. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with an Internist in Independence?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Internist.
How can I locate an Internist in Independence who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Internists. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for an Internist in Independence who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Internists practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Internists who work there.

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