Category: Internal Medicine

A Day in the Life: Stories from the Front Lines of Internal Medicine

The life of an internal medicine doctor is a constant whirlwind of complex cases, human stories, and the relentless pursuit of answers. Unlike specialists who focus on a single organ system, an internist’s day is an intellectual marathon, jumping from a patient with a rare autoimmune disease to another battling a common infection. This versatility […]

The Art of the Diagnosis: What Your Internist Is Really Thinking

The Art of the Diagnosis: What Your Internist Is Really Thinking When you step into your internist’s office, you might expect a straightforward check-up—listen to your heartbeat, check your blood pressure, maybe order a blood test. Says Dr. Guy Navarra, but behind those calm, measured questions and thoughtful pauses lies a process far more intricate. […]