Inter­nal Med­i­cine and Pri­ma­ry Care

Internal medicine is a specialty that focuses on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases in adults. Healthcare providers of internal medicine, also referred to as internists are highly trained in using various diagnostic tools to evaluate and manage complex health conditions such as, cardiovascular diseases, respiratory disorders, gastrointestinal issues, etc.

Primary Care

Primary healthcare is the first contact a person has with the health system when they have a health problem. It can refer to a broad range of health services provided by medical professionals in the community. Your general practitioner is considered your primary healthcare provider or PCP. These individuals provide health services including diagnosis and treatment of a health condition, and support in managing long-term healthcare, including chronic conditions such as diabetes.

Internal Medicine vs. Primary Care

Internal Medicine is not the same as Primary Care. Primary care is more general, while internal medicine focuses on adults and complex health issues.

Onslow Internal Medicine and Primary Care

Onslow Internal Medicine and Primary Care is an outpatient service outside the hospital. At Onslow Internal Medicine and Primary Care, our providers provide complete and personalized care to children, adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population throughout Eastern North Carolina. Patients can expect a family-centered approach, with flexible schedules and same-day or next-day appointments. We treat a range of conditions and offer a wide array of primary care services, from routine well-child visits and annual physical exams to complex medication management and treatment of more complex medical issues.