Internal Medicine Specialist

Be Well Primary Health Care Center

Multi-Specialty Diagnostic and Treatment Center located in Flatbush, Brooklyn, NY

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists and/or primary care physicians (PCPs). At Be Well Primary Health Care Center an exemplary team of primary care physicians - Dr. Anatole Barkan, Dr. Yves-Line Auguste-Swann and Courtney White, FNP- is equipped to handle the broad and comprehensive spectrum of illnesses that affect adults. These physicians are trained to diagnose and treat chronic illnesses as well as to promote general health and prevent diseases. The internists are equipped to deal with whatever problem a patient brings—no matter how common or rare, or how simple or complex. They are specially trained to solve puzzling diagnostic problems and can handle severe chronic illnesses and situations where several different illnesses may strike at the same time. Internists are the gatekeepers to your general good health. To schedule your office visit with the compassionate Be Well providers, call the office in Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York today or book online.

Internal Medicine Q & A

Why do I need to see an internist?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regular health exams and tests can help find problems before they start. They also can help find problems early, when your chances for treatment and cure are better. By getting the right health services, screenings, and treatments, you are taking steps that help your chances for living a longer, healthier life.  Apart from cancer, STD, HIV and other screenings, such as diabetes and heart disease, the exam is beneficial as you are able to get answers to any question you might have about your general health and your lifestyle that might affect your health in either positive or negative way.

At Be Well Primary Health Care Center a multitude of screenings, tests and services are available to you and your family members:

  • Blood Pressure screening
  • Hemoglobin A1c screening for diabetes
  • Colorectal cancer screening
  • Blood work
  • Immunizations (e.g. Flu Vaccine, Hep B, MMR, etc)
  • Sonography
  • X-Rays

Be Well internal medicine physicians are here to help. Start with a consultation with one of the doctors by calling or booking online.