Primary Care and Preventive Health

The key services provided by the Internal Medicine department include:

Comprehensive Patient Care

• Primary Care: Providing ongoing management of a wide range of medical conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and chronic pain.
• Routine Health Check-ups: Offering regular health screenings and check-ups to monitor and maintain overall health, including blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol tests, and lifestyle assessments.
• Preventive Medicine: Advising patients on preventive care, including vaccinations, healthy lifestyle choices, and screenings for early detection of diseases.

Diagnosis and Management of Common Medical Conditions

• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Managing blood pressure through medication, lifestyle modification, and regular monitoring to prevent complications like heart disease or stroke.
• Diabetes: Providing diagnosis, medication management, dietary guidance, and long-term monitoring to prevent complications like kidney disease or neuropathy.
• Respiratory Infections: Treating conditions like pneumonia, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• Cardiovascular Diseases: Identifying and managing risk factors for heart disease, including cholesterol management and monitoring for signs of heart failure or arrhythmias.
• Gastrointestinal Disorders: Treating common conditions such as acid reflux, gastritis, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
• Renal Diseases: Managing kidney-related disorders, including chronic kidney disease (CKD) and urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Chronic Disease Management

• Asthma and COPD Management: Providing treatment plans for patients with chronic respiratory diseases, including inhalers, medications, and pulmonary rehabilitation.
• Arthritis and Joint Diseases: Offering treatment for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and other musculoskeletal conditions.
• Obesity Management: Providing lifestyle advice, medications, and referrals for bariatric surgery if needed to manage obesity and related conditions like metabolic syndrome.

Infectious Diseases

• Diagnosis and Treatment of Infections: Treating bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections such as influenza, tuberculosis, HIV, and hepatitis.
• Immunizations: Providing vaccines for preventable diseases like influenza, pneumonia, and hepatitis B.
• Travel Medicine: Offering preventive care for patients traveling to areas with specific health risks, including travel vaccinations and advice on avoiding infections.

Acute Medical Care

• Emergency Care for Acute Illnesses: Treating sudden and severe illnesses such as heart attacks, strokes, sepsis, and acute infections.
• Hospital Admissions: Coordinating care for patients requiring hospitalization for conditions like pneumonia, uncontrolled diabetes, or acute kidney injury.
• Multisystem Diseases: Managing complex conditions that affect multiple organ systems, such as autoimmune diseases or multisystem inflammatory disorders.

Allergy and Immunology

• Allergy Testing: Diagnosing and managing allergies, including seasonal allergies, food allergies, and allergic asthma.
• Immunotherapy: Offering treatments like allergy shots to help patients build immunity and reduce allergic reactions over time.

Hormonal and Endocrine Disorders

• Thyroid Disorders: Diagnosing and treating hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and other thyroid conditions.
• Metabolic Disorders: Managing conditions like metabolic syndrome, hyperlipidemia, and hormone imbalances.

Cardiovascular Risk Management

• Cholesterol Management: Monitoring and managing lipid levels to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease.
• Stroke Prevention: Assessing risk factors and providing preventive care, including medications and lifestyle changes.

Lifestyle and Preventive Health Counseling

• Smoking Cessation: Offering support and medication to help patients quit smoking, reducing their risk of heart disease, lung disease, and cancer.
• Diet and Nutrition Advice: Providing personalized dietary recommendations to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity.
• Exercise and Fitness Guidance: Encouraging regular physical activity to improve overall health, prevent chronic disease, and manage weight.

 Multidisciplinary Care

• Coordination with Specialists: Referring patients to other specialists (cardiologists, gastroenterologists, pulmonologists, etc.) when more specialized care is needed.
• Holistic Approach to Patient Care: Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, including dietitians, physiotherapists, and mental health professionals, to provide comprehensive care.
• Palliative and End-of-Life Care: Offering palliative care for patients with terminal illnesses, focusing on symptom relief, quality of life, and support for patients and families.

 Geriatric Medicine

• Elderly Care: Specializing in the medical needs of elderly patients, managing age-related conditions such as dementia, osteoporosis, and frailty.
• Fall Prevention and Mobility Assessments: Offering assessments to reduce the risk of falls and improve mobility for elderly patients.

Women’s Health

• Menopause Management: Providing treatment and advice for managing symptoms related to menopause, including hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
• Reproductive Health: Addressing common reproductive health issues such as menstrual irregularities, hormonal imbalances, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
• Breast Health: Offering regular breast examinations and referrals for mammography and further testing when needed.

Mental Health Management

• Anxiety and Depression: Diagnosing and managing mental health conditions in conjunction with mental health professionals.
• Stress Management: Offering strategies and treatment for managing chronic stress, which can lead to other health issues like hypertension and gastrointestinal problems.

Neurological Disorders

• Headache and Migraine Management: Treating chronic headaches, migraines, and neurological disorders affecting daily functioning.
• Parkinson’s Disease and Dementia: Offering treatment and ongoing care for patients with neurodegenerative diseases.

Patient Education and Counseling

• Health Education: Providing patients with information about their conditions, medications, and treatment options to ensure they are well-informed and actively involved in their care.
• Lifestyle Counseling: Offering advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including exercise, diet, and stress management, to improve long-term health outcomes.