The General Internal Medicine Program at UT Southwestern Medical Center is widely respected for combining patient-centered adult care of the highest quality, physician expertise and the latest advances in medical technology. A leader in clinical and research activities, our General Internal Medicine Program offers patients a single health-care setting that is among the finest in the nation.

Primary care physicians in General Internal Medicine specialize in maintaining long-term adult wellness. They are experts in the prevention, early diagnosis and treatment of common disorders, including:

• Diabetes
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• High cholesterol
• Heart disease
• Obesity
• Osteoporosis
• Concerns associated with aging

Our physicians also coordinate care for patients with complex disorders, assuring that they receive the proper care for all aspects of their health.

Our program offers patients:

• Preventive medicine
• General medicine consultations
• Second opinions
• Preoperative assessments
• Comprehensive geriatric assessments

The General Internal Medicine Program is UT Southwestern’s largest clinical practice and is dedicated to excellence in patient care, research and education. In addition to clinical care, our internists oversee research programs in Alzheimer’s disease, cancer epidemiology, genetic disorders, geriatrics, hypertension and osteoporosis.

Patients may use MyChart to review test results, diagnosis information, medications, allergies, immunizations and future appointments. UT Southwestern is dedicated to remaining a technology leader in providing patients with secure electronic access to their medical records and lab results through MyChart online services.