Medical specialty
Internal medicine
Internal medicine is the specialty focused on the diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care of adults, including complex or multiple conditions.
About this specialty
Medical information
What internal medicine covers
Internal medicine addresses adults and covers a broad range of conditions, from general medical concerns to chronic or complex conditions involving multiple body systems.
When an internal medicine consultation may help
An internal medicine evaluation may be appropriate for investigating general or unclear symptoms, managing chronic conditions, or when an overall medical assessment is needed.
What an internal medicine evaluation involves
The consultation typically includes a thorough medical history, a general clinical examination and, where appropriate, a recommendation for further investigations or referral to a suitable specialty.