Internal Medicine

Internal medicine services

At your appointment, you meet with a member of our compassionate care team, which may include a:

• Doctor

• Resident or fellow (doctor pursuing training in internal medicine)

• Nurse practitioner

• Nurse

• Psychologist

• Dietitian

We provide a full range of primary care services for adults:

• Preventive care. We help you stay healthy by providing immunizations, screenings and annual wellness exams.

• Sick visits. When you're unwell, our providers see you as soon as possible. We diagnose the condition and provide effective treatment to help you feel better.

• Chronic disease management. Our team provides monitoring and education to help you manage chronic diseases, such as high blood pressure and diabetes.

• Weight management. We design a plan to help you reach your weight-loss goals with lifestyle changes and medication. You may meet with a dietitian to help you design an eating plan that works for you.

• Behavioral health services. Our psychologists and other behavioral health specialists offer services to support your mental health.

• Specialist referrals. Sometimes, you may need the care of a specialist, such as a cardiologist (heart expert) or pulmonologist (lung expert). We refer you to a trusted UCSF Health provider for specialty care.