Services: Internal Medicine

Primary Care at its Best

What is Internal Medicine?

Internal Medicine is the branch of medicine that provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital. An Internist manages both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults, female health, and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys and joints, as well as the digestive, respiratory, and vascular systems.

Is that different from "Family Medicine"?

Yes. While many of the day to day functions of an Internal Medicine physician and a Family Medicine doctor are similar, their training and scope of expertise is very different. A Board Certified Internal Medicine doctor is MUCH more knowledgable and talented in treating both common, and less common problems. Internal Medicine residencies and training are much more intense, and the Board Certification testing is extremely difficult to pass.

What does "Board Certified" mean?

Board Certified are the elite of Internal Medicine physicians. The best of the best. Doctor Barbara Scherer is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, meaning she is among these elite doctors. With such impecable credentials and extensive knowledge, Dr. Scherer is able to effectively diagnose and treat almost any ailment you may have, and follow through with any other specialists you may need.

The Extra Step: Caring

What truly separates Dr. Scherer from other doctors is that she puts patient care above everything else. She truly cares about your health and comfort. While other doctors are simply interested in seeing as many patients as they can, Dr. Scherer takes the time to fully explain your situation and give you the advice you need; now and for your future health.