General Medicine

General Medicine

Discover Comprehensive Healthcare at DHEE Hospitals’ General Medicine Department: Prevent, diagnose, and treat diverse diseases with our experienced medical detectives, who listen attentively, conduct thorough examinations, and provide personalised treatment plans for improved quality of life and optimal health.

Trust our commitment to the latest research and technological advancements for evidence based compassionate care, building solid doctor-patient relationships based on trust, empathy, and open communication. Your wellbeing is our priority.

Internal Medicine Services

The department of Internal Medicine at DHEE provides holistic , comprehensive integrated medical treatment in a personalized way. The department comprises of medical experts who are abreast with latest advances and evidence in medical practice and effectively deliver their service. The entire gamut of services include prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment. They also provide counseling about various aspects of the clinical conditions. Various multi system & undifferentiated conditions require multiple specialists’ inputs and coordination with the various subspecialties. Our internal medicine team easily takes care of the same with the patient family.

This department acts as the first point of contact for a patient seeking advice on any medical problem. If required the team refers to the concerned subspecialty and thereafter coordinates their care.

The internal medicine department closely works with the family medicine department that helps integrate all the various subspecialist inputs and provides the same to the patient in an easy to understand and follow basis. Further extensive follow up combined with home care allows excellent care and compliance to the treatment.

The various conditions that can be managed in this department cannot be listed however the broad categories and conditions arementions

Communicable Diseases/Infections

• Pneumonia
• Viral infections
• Tropical Infections like Dengue Malaria Rickettsia Leptospirosis Chikungunya
• Tuberculosis TB
• HIV
• Organ Infections like- Upper respiratory, Lung, Stomach, Limb infections

Non Communicable Diseases

• Hypertension
• Diabetes Mellitus
• Obesity
• Metabolic Syndrome
• Autoimmune conditions
• Hormonal imbalances like thyroid

Other Conditions

• Anemia
• Age related issues
• Appetite and hunger problems
• Diet and lifestyle issues
• Sleep problems
• Multi system / Multiple body parts involved

How do we treat it? Our process.

In today’s age, wherein multiple illnesses may coexist, At DHEE Hospitals, we prioritize a comprehensive and integrated approach to patient care, especially in the context of numerous coexisting diseases and the availability of various subspecialties.

Our Department of Internal Medicine (General) plays a central role in formulating individualized care plans by collaboratively incorporating inputs from other departments, ensuring a seamless and tailored approach to each patient’s needs. Our highly skilled General Physicians specializes in diagnosing and treating various health disorders. They are adept at managing severe acute illnesses that affect multiple organ systems simultaneously and effectively handling chronic diseases that may be present in a single patient.

Our General Physicians follow a patient-centered approach, which includes the following key aspects:

• Accurate Diagnosis and Referral: They employ their expertise to diagnose and treat various health disorders and collaborate with specialists when necessary, ensuring comprehensive and timely care for our patients
• In-Patient Care: Our General Physicians also provide specialized care and advice to in-patients under other specialists’ treatment, ensuring a coordinated and holistic treatment experience.
• General and Preventive Medicine: They offer general medical services and preventive care to adults of all ages, focusing on promoting overall wellness and disease prevention.
• Management of Chronic Conditions: Our General Physicians are skilled in managing various chronic conditions, including asthma, arthritis, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and heart disease. They develop personalized treatment plans and provide ongoing support for optimal disease management.
• Preventive Care Services: In addition to diagnosis and treatment, our General Medicine department also offers preventive care services such as immunisations, health counseling, and sports physicals, contributing to the overall well-being of our patients.

Why Choose DHEE ?

At DHEE Hospitals, we provide comprehensive and coordinated patient care with a sensitive approach. Our strong values of putting patients first always and caring with Dignity; Empathy to ensure Healing as we strive towards Excellence. Our sub-specialties and departments work together to ensure seamless treatment. Our General Physicians formulate personalized care plans, focusing on patient well-being and satisfaction.

We prioritize open communication, empathy, and trust, building strong doctor-patient relationships. Prevention and overall wellness are integral, with guidance on lifestyle, balanced diet, and stress management. With advanced facilities and updated knowledge, we deliver high-quality care and improved outcomes. Our dedicated team creates a supportive and compassionate environment, valuing each patient’s needs.

Managing Chronic conditions

The internal medicine department has the expertise to look after various chronic conditions in patients with a very comprehensive yet personalized plan. The plans are not only individualized to the patients and the entire family’s preferences and cultural, religious and social practices. There is a detailed interaction with the family describing the medical condition of the patient, need for treatment and compliance to medications and lifestyle choices. Ample opportunity is given for the patient and family to clear their concerns and a care plan is formulated.

7 steps to take to prevent acute and chronic diseases.

Preventing acute and chronic diseases involves:

• Maintain a Healthy Diet.
• Stay Active.
• Don’t Smoke.
• Limit Alcohol Consumption.
• Manage Stress.
• Get Vaccinated
• Regular Health Check-ups