Our specially trained internal medicine doctors work with adult patients to solve health problems and treat a variety of medical issues ranging from a simple sore throat to heart disease. At University Medical Center, we pride ourselves on delivering quality and patient-centered care in a supportive environment.
Defining Internal Medicine
University Medical Center provides care and treatment to individuals in the local community and the West Alabama region. Our internal medicine doctors can assist patients with health issues ranging from heart conditions to diabetes. Depending on your condition, we may schedule appointments for you to see several specialists in our practice so that you receive the best care possible.
Benefits of an Internal Medicine Doctor
Our internists are highly trained and work to resolve complications from diseases and other health conditions. They are also specially trained to provide preventive care. We take pride in offering physicians with excellent communication skills to help give you the support you need to understand your condition and decide on the best treatments for you.
Types of Diseases Our Internal Medicine Doctors Treat
Our internists provide treatment for both common and uncommon illnesses. Some of these include:
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Colds and allergies
- High cholesterol
- Sinus infections
- Asthma
Types of Services Our Internists Offer
Our internists have access to state-of-the-art equipment and laboratory testing to care for patients with acute and chronic conditions and to screening that can provide for early detection of disease. We provide bone density screenings to detect osteoporosis and other types of degenerative conditions. We also offer echocardiograms to detect problems with the heart and stress tests to measure your cardiovascular system’s health.
Contact Us
At University Medical Center, our internal medicine doctors can treat you for something as simple as a cold to more complex health issues like diabetes and heart disease. Working together with our other specialists, we can ensure that you receive the best possible care. Contact us at University Medical Center in Tuscaloosa at (205) 348-1770 and at UMC-Northport at (205) 348-6700.