{"id":255,"date":"2024-06-06T20:26:52","date_gmt":"2024-06-06T20:26:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/?post_type=specialities&#038;p=255"},"modified":"2026-10-26T11:07:18","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T11:07:18","slug":"internal-medicine","status":"publish","type":"specialities","link":"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/specialities\/internal-medicine\/","title":{"rendered":"Internal Medicine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id=\"h-adult-medical-care-chronic-disease-management-and-preventive-screening-close-to-home-in-al-dhafra\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adult Medical Care, Chronic Disease Management, and Preventive Screening Close to Home in Al Dhafra<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p-3 rounded-10 has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">Burjeel Day Surgery Centre, Al Dhafra provides internal medicine consultations for adults with acute symptoms, chronic conditions, and preventive health needs. Patients searching for an Internal medicine doctor Al Dhafra, Internal medicine physician Al Dhafra, or Internal medicine specialist western Abu Dhabi can access assessment and follow-up closer to home. The current specialist\u2019s expertise includes hypertension, diabetes, thyroid conditions, liver disorders, kidney disease, gastrointestinal concerns, and a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/patientportal.burjeelholdings.com\/home\/login?brandName=burjeel&amp;_gl=1*1xtzaye*_gcl_au*NDU3MTgwMTg4LjE3ODY2ODk2NTk.*_ga*NDM0NDgyNzI1LjE3ODY2ODk2NjA.*_ga_MHMXJJ2TX5*czE3ODc1NzY1ODQkbzckZzEkdDE3ODc1ODg3MTEkajYwJGwwJGgw\" style=\"background-color:#800e4f\"><strong>Book Appointment<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<style data-wp-block-html=\"css\">\n\n.whatsapp-button .whatsapp-icon {\n    display: inline-block;\n    width: 24px;\n    height: 24px;\n    margin-right: 8px;\n    vertical-align: middle;\n    background-image: url('https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2026\/08\/icons8-whatsapp-48.png');\n    background-size: contain;\n    background-repeat: no-repeat;\n    background-position: center;\n}\n\n<\/style>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button whatsapp-button\">\n    <a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\"\n       href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/+97180055\"\n       target=\"_blank\"\n       rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n       aria-label=\"WhatsApp\">\n\n        <span class=\"whatsapp-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <span>WhatsApp<\/span>\n\n    <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-services-does-the-internal-medicine-department-at-burjeel-day-surgery-centre-offer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Services Does the Internal Medicine Department at Burjeel Day Surgery Centre Offer?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p-3 rounded-10 has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">The department focuses on prevention, diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up for adult medical conditions. The current published scope includes routine health screenings and physical examinations, chronic disease management, and individualized adult care. The current specialist\u2019s profile confirms experience in hypertension and diabetes management, thyroid conditions, liver disorders, kidney disease, gastrointestinal concerns, and acute and chronic medical conditions. Tests, treatment, monitoring, and referrals are selected according to the patient\u2019s symptoms, history, examination, and clinical needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-conditions-we-assess-and-manage\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><br>Conditions We Assess and Manage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p-3 rounded-10 has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">Adult symptoms may involve more than one body system, especially when chronic conditions or several medicines are involved. The internal medicine specialist reviews symptoms, medical and family history, medicines, examination findings, and relevant test results before recommending a pathway. Care may include monitoring, medication review, lifestyle guidance, laboratory testing, imaging, or referral to another specialty when dedicated assessment is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-hypertension-and-cardiovascular-risk\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hypertension and Cardiovascular Risk<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-01-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12064\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-01-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-01-150x150-1.jpg 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-01-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-01.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Internal medicine supports assessment and ongoing management of high blood pressure and related cardiovascular risk factors. The specialist reviews blood pressure readings, symptoms, medicines, adherence, lifestyle factors, kidney health, diabetes, and cholesterol before planning follow-up or referral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Blood pressure assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medication and adherence review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cardiovascular risk-factor review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lifestyle guidance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Referral when specialist cardiac assessment is required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-diabetes-and-metabolic-health\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Diabetes and Metabolic Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-02.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12065\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-02.jpg 500w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-02-150x150-1.jpg 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-02-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-02-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The current specialist\u2019s expertise includes diabetes management. Care may involve review of symptoms, glucose results, medicines, treatment adherence, nutrition and activity, and prevention of complications. When a dedicated endocrinology pathway is required, referral can be coordinated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Diabetes assessment and follow-up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Glucose-result review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medication review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complication-risk assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Endocrinology referral when appropriate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-thyroid-and-endocrine-related-concerns\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Thyroid and Endocrine-Related Concerns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-03.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12066\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-03.jpg 500w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-03-150x150-1.jpg 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-03-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-03-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The specialist\u2019s profile confirms experience with thyroid gland issues. Endocrinology internal medicine Al Dhafra searches may reflect a need for initial adult medical assessment rather than a separate endocrinology department. The specialist reviews symptoms and available results, manages suitable cases, and refers when dedicated endocrine care is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thyroid symptom assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review of thyroid test results<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medication follow-up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitoring of suitable thyroid conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Referral for specialist endocrinology input<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-cholesterol-and-preventive-risk-management\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cholesterol and Preventive Risk Management<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-04.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12067\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-04.jpg 500w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-04-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-04-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-04-150x150-1.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cholesterol management Al Dhafra focuses on overall cardiovascular risk rather than a single result. The specialist reviews lipid results, blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, family history, weight, activity, and medicines before discussing an individualized management and monitoring plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lipid-profile review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overall cardiovascular risk assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medication review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lifestyle and nutrition guidance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow-up testing when indicated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-liver-disorders\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Liver Disorders<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-05-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12068\" style=\"width:299px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-05-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-05-150x150-1.jpg 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-05-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-05.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The current specialist has published experience in liver disorders. Internal medicine assessment may include review of symptoms, medicines, risk factors, laboratory results, and available imaging. Patients needing FibroScan, endoscopy, or dedicated gastroenterology care should follow the separate gastroenterology pathway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Liver-related symptom review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Liver test interpretation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medication and risk-factor review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitoring planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gastroenterology referral when required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-kidney-disease-and-renal-risk\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Kidney Disease and Renal Risk<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-06.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12069\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-06.jpg 500w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-06-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-06-150x150-1.jpg 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-06-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The current specialist\u2019s expertise includes kidney disease. Assessment considers symptoms, blood pressure, diabetes, medicines, hydration, laboratory results, and kidney function. Urgent symptoms or advanced disease may require referral to nephrology or another appropriate service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kidney-function review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medication and blood-pressure review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diabetes-related renal-risk assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitoring of suitable conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nephrology referral when appropriate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-gastrointestinal-concerns\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gastrointestinal Concerns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-07-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12071\" style=\"width:299px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-07-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-07-150x150-1.jpg 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-07-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-07.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The specialist\u2019s published expertise includes gastrointestinal troubles. Gastroenterology internal medicine Al Dhafra should be understood as initial assessment and management of suitable adult digestive concerns, not a replacement for the dedicated gastroenterology service. Endoscopy and specialized liver or gastrointestinal procedures remain within the appropriate specialty pathway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assessment of common digestive symptoms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review of medicines and diet-related factors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Initial management of suitable conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Investigation planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Referral to gastroenterology when required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-acute-adult-medical-conditions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Acute Adult Medical Conditions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-08.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12070\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-08.jpg 500w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-08-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-08-150x150-1.jpg 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-08-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Internal medicine can assess a broad range of new adult symptoms and acute medical concerns. The specialist determines whether outpatient management, testing, close follow-up, urgent care, or referral is the safest next step based on severity and clinical findings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assessment of new adult symptoms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General medical examination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Initial investigation planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Short-term treatment and follow-up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Escalation or referral when needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-preventive-health-screening-and-physical-examination\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Preventive Health Screening and Physical Examination<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-09-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12072\" style=\"width:299px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-09-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-09-150x150-1.jpg 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-09-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Internal-Medicine-09.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An Internal medicine checkup Al Dhafra or Preventive health screening Al Dhafra appointment reviews symptoms, medical and family history, medicines, lifestyle, and age- and risk-appropriate screening needs. Tests are selected individually rather than offered as a fixed package for every patient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>General adult health assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical examination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blood pressure and risk review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Age- and risk-appropriate screening planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preventive follow-up advice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-internal-medicine-tests-and-services\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Internal Medicine Tests and Services<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table p-3 rounded-10\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Test \/ Service<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>What It Involves<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Internal medicine consultation<\/strong><\/td><td>Comprehensive adult medical assessment for acute symptoms, chronic conditions, or preventive needs.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Physical examination<\/strong><\/td><td>Clinical examination tailored to symptoms, history, medicines, and individual risk.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Preventive health screening<\/strong><\/td><td>Selection and review of appropriate screening based on age, history, and risk factors.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Blood pressure assessment<\/strong><\/td><td>Measurement and interpretation of blood pressure with an individualized follow-up plan.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Diabetes monitoring<\/strong><\/td><td>Review of symptoms, glucose-related results, medicines, adherence, and complication risk.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cholesterol management<\/strong><\/td><td>Review of lipid results and overall cardiovascular risk with treatment and monitoring planning.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Thyroid-condition follow-up<\/strong><\/td><td>Review of thyroid symptoms, results, medicines, and the need for specialist referral.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Liver-condition assessment<\/strong><\/td><td>Review of symptoms, risk factors, liver results, medicines, and referral needs.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Kidney-function assessment<\/strong><\/td><td>Review of kidney-related symptoms, renal results, medicines, blood pressure, and diabetes risk.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Gastrointestinal assessment<\/strong><\/td><td>Initial evaluation of suitable digestive symptoms with investigation or referral planning.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Medication review<\/strong><\/td><td>Review of current medicines, adherence, possible interactions, and monitoring needs.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Chronic disease follow-up<\/strong><\/td><td>Scheduled review of progress, treatment response, risk factors, and coordinated care needs.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-why-choose-burjeel-day-surgery-centre-for-internal-medicine-in-al-dhafra\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Why Choose Burjeel Day Surgery Centre for Internal Medicine in Al Dhafra?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-adult-medical-expertise\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Adult Medical Expertise<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Access a specialist for a broad range of acute and chronic adult medical concerns.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-chronic-disease-continuity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Chronic Disease Continuity<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ongoing monitoring and treatment review for diabetes, hypertension, thyroid, liver, kidney, and related conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:11px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-preventive-focus\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Preventive Focus<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Risk-based screening and physical examinations support earlier identification and follow-up.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 id=\"h-coordinated-specialist-referrals\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Coordinated Specialist Referrals<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Care can be coordinated with cardiology, gastroenterology, or other specialties when required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-faq\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869316716\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1) <strong><strong>When should I see an internal medicine specialist?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Book an appointment for an unexplained or persistent adult symptom, management of more than one chronic condition, review of several medicines, diabetes or hypertension follow-up, thyroid concerns, abnormal liver or kidney results, gastrointestinal symptoms, or a preventive adult health review. The specialist can also coordinate referral when another specialty is more appropriate.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869342919\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2) <strong>What is the difference between internal medicine and family medicine?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Internal medicine focuses on adult medical conditions, including complex or multiple chronic diseases. Family medicine provides first-contact and continuity care across age groups. Both may manage common conditions, but internal medicine is particularly suited to adult diagnostic assessment, chronic disease combinations, and treatment coordination. The booking team can guide patients to the appropriate clinic.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869359462\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">3) <strong><strong>Can the department manage diabetes and hypertension?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. The department page and current specialist profile confirm management of chronic conditions including diabetes and hypertension. Follow-up may include symptom review, readings and laboratory results, medicines, adherence, lifestyle factors, complication risk, and referral when dedicated endocrinology, cardiology, kidney, or eye care is required.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869392267\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">4) <strong><strong>Can I book a preventive internal medicine check-up?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. The department lists routine health screenings and physical examinations. An Internal medicine checkup Al Dhafra is individualized according to age, symptoms, history, medicines, family history, and risk factors. The specialist determines which tests or screening steps are appropriate instead of assuming that every patient needs the same fixed panel.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869410686\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">5) <strong><strong>Do you manage cholesterol?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Cholesterol management Al Dhafra involves reviewing lipid results together with blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, family history, weight, activity, and medicines. The specialist discusses the overall cardiovascular risk and suitable monitoring or treatment. A cardiology referral may be recommended when symptoms or risk findings require dedicated assessment.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869427349\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">6) <strong><strong>Do you assess thyroid problems?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The current specialist profile confirms experience with thyroid gland issues. The consultation may include symptom review, examination, interpretation of available thyroid results, medication follow-up, and monitoring. This page does not claim a separate endocrinology department. Patients who need specialized endocrine investigation or treatment can be referred to the appropriate service.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869444207\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">7) <strong><strong>Can internal medicine assess liver, kidney, and digestive concerns?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. The current specialist\u2019s published expertise includes liver disorders, kidney disease, and gastrointestinal troubles. Internal medicine can provide initial assessment and manage suitable conditions. Specialized procedures, advanced liver assessment, endoscopy, or dedicated kidney care should be coordinated with gastroenterology, nephrology, or another appropriate service when clinically required.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869461709\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">8) <strong><strong>Are advanced airway procedures, central lines, or screening echocardiography routine outpatient services?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">These skills appear in the specialist\u2019s professional profile, but this page does not present them as routine bookable outpatient internal medicine services. Procedure availability and clinical setting must be confirmed separately. Patients needing formal cardiac imaging should follow the appropriate cardiology pathway rather than assume screening echocardiography is included in every internal medicine consultation.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869476702\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">9) <strong><strong>What tests might be requested?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Testing depends on symptoms, history, examination findings, medicines, and risk factors. The specialist may recommend blood or urine tests, monitoring, or imaging when clinically appropriate and locally available. Exact tests, preparation, insurance approval, and timing are confirmed during the care pathway. The page does not promise a fixed investigation package for every patient.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869496454\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">10) <strong><strong>Which areas does the Internal Medicine Department serve?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Burjeel Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra supports adult patients from Madinat Zayed, Ruwais, Ghayathi, Liwa, Al Sila, and the wider western Abu Dhabi region, helping patients access internal medicine assessment, chronic disease follow-up, and preventive screening closer to home.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1787912523471\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">11) <strong>Is internal medicine covered by insurance?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Coverage depends on the policy, network eligibility, medical necessity, referral rules, tests requested, and pre-authorization requirements. Contact the centre and insurer before the appointment to confirm consultation coverage, direct billing, required approvals, and any applicable co-pay or deductible.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791877926055\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">12) <strong>How do I book an appointment?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Call 80055 or use the centre\u2019s approved online booking route. Explain whether the appointment is for a new adult symptom, diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, thyroid, liver, kidney, digestive concerns, medicine review, or preventive screening so the team can guide you to the appropriate consultation. Same-day appointments may be available; call to check.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791878032173\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791878039356\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-insurance-accepted-and-location\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Insurance Accepted and Location<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Coverage depends on the patient\u2019s policy, network eligibility, medical necessity, referral rules, requested tests, and pre-authorization requirements. Confirm eligibility and planned services before the appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check coverage and network eligibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring a referral if the policy requires one<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Obtain pre-authorization when required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm direct billing arrangements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check any applicable co-pay or deductible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location access<\/strong>: Madinat Zayed, Ruwais, Ghayathi, Liwa, Al Sila, and the wider western Abu Dhabi region.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-book-an-internal-medicine-consultation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Book an Internal Medicine Consultation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">Book for assessment of new adult symptoms, diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, thyroid concerns, liver or kidney conditions, gastrointestinal symptoms, medication review, chronic disease follow-up, or preventive health screening. 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