What is an internist?
Internists, or internal medicine specialists, apply knowledge and clinical expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of various conditions affecting vital organs, including diseases of the respiratory system, digestive system, liver and pancreas, endocrine system, urinary system, and immune system as well as infectious diseases, among many others.
Why see an internist at Penn Vet?
Typically, your veterinarian would refer you and your companion animal to us because they might need more expertise in a certain area of specialization.
Our clinical team comprises board-certified veterinarians with unparalleled expertise. We apply new diagnostic methods and treatments to existing and emerging diseases and are actively engaged in basic and clinical research that is pushing forward the boundaries of medical science. Most importantly, we deeply believe in compassionate care and in providing high level medicine to our patients.