At Southwest Internal Medicine, we place much emphasis on preventive healthcare and an ongoing doctor-patient relationship to better maintain a healthy lifestyle. Our physicians encourage comprehensive health screenings including annual wellness visits, regular vaccine management, cancer screenings, evaluation of blood sugar and cholesterol levels, obesity and more.

A few of our preventive care services include, but are not limited to:

• Diabetes screening
• Breast cancer screening
• Cervical cancer screening
• Colon cancer screening
• Prostate cancer screening
• Cardiovascular disease screening
• Depression or anxiety screening
• Screening for a variety of infectious diseases
• Influenza, Pneumococcal Pneumonia, Tetnis, Whooping Cough, Shingles & TDAP vaccinations and administration
• Alcohol & drug misuse screening misuse screening

If you’d like to request an annual checkup or specific health screening with one of our caring physicians, please give us a call at 407-345-0005, or schedule your appointment online. We look forward to developing a customized and comprehensive healthcare plan to benefit your lifestyle.

Please be advised that yearly physicals are considered well exams. Please note that it is no longer a “well exam” if part of your visit is to diagnose, monitor or treat an existing illness or injury.

We know that even the common cold can impair your ability to perform everyday tasks. Our goal is to help you avoid sickness as much as possible and elude progressing illnesses or injuries. We diagnose and treat acute illnesses, infections, and injuries including, but not limited to:

• Common cold or flu symptoms
• Ear infection
• Strep throat
• Allergic reactions
• Abdominal pain
• Urinary tract infections
• Upper respiratory infections
• Vomiting and/or diarrhea
• Dermatitis / skin rash
• Wound infections, care and stiches
• Minor burns and cuts
• Lumbar sprains or strains

Our comprehensive laboratory and diagnostic services allow us to quickly and efficiently diagnose injuries or illnesses so that your physician can treat you as early as possible. To schedule an appointment, call today at 407-345-0005 or request an appointment online.

If you’re living with a chronic illness, our desire is to provide you with the support and guidance you need to maintain a healthy and happy lifestyle. Our physicians are specially trained to diagnose, treat and educate upon a wide variety of chronic health conditions. A few of our expert management areas include:

• Diabetes
• Hypertension
• Lipid disorders
• Heart disease
• Endocrine disorders

Our comprehensive laboratory, electrocardiogram and diagnostic services allow us to quickly and efficiently diagnose chronic illnesses so that your physician can develop the best possible treatment plan for you. To schedule an appointment, call today at 407-345-0005 or request an appointment online.

We offer gynecological care for women in all stages of life, from preventative health to specialized treatment. Our team is dedicated to providing professional and compassionate care, and always continuing education for women on important healthcare issues.

Our gynecological services include:

• Annual well-woman examination
• Breast cancer screening and prevention
• Contraceptive management
• Urinary tract infection (UTI) treatment
• Menopause management
• STD screening and treatment

To schedule an appointment, or if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call us at 407-345-0005 or request an appointment online.

Whether you’re suffering from common flu-like symptoms or are in need of diagnostic services, our team is here for your expedient and all-inclusive care. We proudly offer comprehensive laboratory services on-site, such as blood testing, urinalysis, stool analysis, throat cultures and more.

If you have a question about a specific lab service not listed, please give us a call at 407-345-0005.

For your convenience and care, our office accommodates a wide variety of diagnostic services including: ultrasound, echocardiogram, carotid doppler and more. With these imaging services on-site, our physicians are able to receive test results immediately, aiding not only prevention, but quick diagnosis and treatment as well. We can assist you in scheduling other necessary diagnostics.

If you are interested in having both your physician and diagnostic services on the same site, please contact us today at 407-345-0005 or schedule an initial appointment online.

comprehensive laboratory services on-site, such as blood testing, urinalysis, stool analysis, throat cultures and more.

If you have a question about a specific lab service not listed, please give us a call at 407-345-0005.

An electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) is a noninvasive test that records the electrical activity of the heart. We use this to check for any type of irregular heartbeat or blocked arteries and to make sure no segments of the heart are too large or fatigued. Our physicians may recommend an EKG if you are experiencing chest pain, have a family history of heart disease, or simply for preventative care.

If you would like to schedule an electrocardiogram or consult with one of our physicians, please give us a call at 407-345-0005 or request an appointment online today.

Pulmonary function tests (PFTs), also known as spirometry or lung function tests, are a group of noninvasive breathing tests that check how well the lungs are working. These measure your ability to breathe and how well your lungs can bring oxygen to the rest of your body and remove carbon dioxide from your blood. Your physician may recommend pulmonary function tests to:

• Help diagnose asthma, respiratory infections, COPD, lung cancer and other conditions
• Decide whether to proceed with certain surgery or medical procedures
• Monitor treatment and effects of chronic lung diseases
• Aid in preventative healthcare

If you are experiencing breathing difficulty, or would like to learn more about pulmonary function testing, please call us at 407-345-0005 or request an appointment online today.

Our board-certified physicians offer the ability to perform minor surgical procedures in office, saving you time and money. Minor surgeries include those which do not require anesthesia, such as:

• Skin biopsies
• Mole, wart and skin tag removal
• Ingrown toenail removal
• Incision and drainage of abscesses
• Stitches and sutures for laceration repair

To request a consultation for a minor surgical procedure, please call 407-305-0005 or schedule an appointment online.

In an extreme case of emergency, dial 911. If you have an urgent health problem, please call our office at 407-305-0005 for instructions. A physician will be on-call for urgent situations. In the event an after-hours call must be attended to, there is a $25 after-hours service fee.

Our team consists of geriatric care specialists who promote healthy aging and personalized, comprehensive care for elderly patients. We offer various diagnostic, treatment and management services such as:

• Geriatric primary care
• Immunization administration
• Memory and confusion evaluation
• Functional assessments
• Osteoporosis screening
• Chronic pain management
• Imaging services

To schedule an appointment, or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at: 407-345-0005 or request an appointment online.