Is being an internal medicine doctor a good fit for you?
Diagnoses and treats illnesses of the body's organs without surgery, mainly in adults.
What the work involves
- Studies records, reports, test results and exam information to diagnose patients.
- Treats internal problems like high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and lung, brain, kidney or gut problems.
- Prescribes or gives medicine, therapy and other care to treat or prevent illness and injury.
- Treats common problems like infections, flu and pneumonia, and serious long-term illnesses, in teens, adults and older people.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be curious and helping. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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