Internists are essentially physicians specializing in the field of internal medicine. This discipline is focused on the care of adults; the emphasis is on the use of the very best medical science available in the treatment and care of patients.

Internists in Las Vegas dedicate at least three out of the seven or more years of their education, learning how to prevent and diagnose, and effectively treat diseases that impact adults. This is the basic training which qualifies them to expertly practice internal medicine.

These physicians may be referred to by terms such as “doctors of internal medicine” or “internists.” An internist like Radar Medical’s Dr. Dipti Shah may also be referred to by some as a “doctor’s doctor”; this is because she often provides consults to other physicians particularly in complex and challenging diagnostic problems.

What’s included in Internal Medicine Las Vegas?

Internists typically enter into private practice post completion of basic internal medicine training. They are referred to as “general internists” and practice “general internal medicine”. A general internist is equipped to handle a comprehensive & broad spectrum of illnesses that impact adults. These doctors are recognized as experts not just in the diagnosis and the treatment of chronic illness, but also in disease prevention & health promotion.

A skilled and experienced general internist Las Vegas isn’t limited to a particular organ system or one type of medical problem. This specialist is equipped to deal with any type of problem their patients bring, regardless of how rare or common, complex or simple. They undergo special training which equips them to handle complicated and involved diagnostic problems. They can handle very severe chronic situations & illnesses where several different illnesses might have struck simultaneously.

General internists may practice in a number of different settings. Their unique training qualifies them to practice in primary care and follow their patients throughout the duration of their adult lives. This is a diverse and vast field of medicine with numerous sub-specialties. Some of these doctors only specialize in internal medicine while others like Dr. Dipti Shah choose to add to another skill.

There are a number of different internal medicine specializations including Pulmonology, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Oncology, Rheumatology, Immunology, Geriatrics, Infectious Disease, and Nephrology in Las Vegas. These specializations are earned via two or three-year fellowships in recognized medical institutions.

Specialist in Nephrology Las Vegas

Nephrology is a medical specialty that focuses on the treatment of kidney abnormalities and conditions; it is a subspecialty of internal medicine. Nephrologists complete the same training as internists after which they go through an additional fellowship in the field of nephrology.

They diagnose various levels & causes of kidney failure and prescribe suitable treatment such as diet changes, medication, or dialysis. If these treatments don’t work, the nephrologist would refer the patient for a kidney transplant which would then be performed by a transplant surgeon.

Established and credible Las Vegas internists like Dr. Dipti Shah establish long and very rewarding personal relationships with all their patients. She isn’t just an Internist but has specialized in Nephrology as well. This subspecialty training has given her a broad and deep understanding and knowledge of the field. Her qualifications allow her to manage complicated medical issues. In many cases, she is also required to perform highly advanced clinical procedures.

Experienced Nephrologist in Las Vegas – Range of Services

The kidney can become affected by various systematic and chronic diseases such as kidney stones, acute injury, and infections. Today, there is an increasing requirement for renal medicine due to the rise in diseases such as hypertension and diabetes. As the Baby Boom generation now enters their senior years, there is a significant increase in the need for skilled and experienced nephrologists in Las Vegas.

A patient would be referred to the best Las Vegas nephrologists like Dr. Dipti Shah in case there are signs of kidney disease, including kidney stones, blood/protein in the urine, acute kidney failure, chronic kidney disease or disturbances of acid/base and electrolyte balance.

Sometimes, a nephrologist might also perform a kidney biopsy. Experienced nephrologists often care for their patients for a longer period of time, managing all their kidney problems right through end-stage renal failure. As experienced and leading nephrologists Las Vegas, Dr. Dipti Shah coordinates care with health professionals including primary care physicians and surgeons.

Internal Medicine Services at Radar Medical

Our internal medicine services are detailed and we provide comprehensive care of various medical conditions. As a leading internal medicine center in Las Vegas, NV, we use state-of-the-art latest technology for accurate diagnosis, write prescriptions, explain the best and most-effective treatment options, and provide sound advice on lifestyle changes that will have a positive impact our patients’ health and healing. Dr.Dipti Shah can help with all manner of common adult ailments.

The Best Internist and Nephrologist Las Vegas, NV

Dr.Shah is one of the most acclaimed internists and nephrologists in Las Vegas, NV. As you can see, she is highly qualified and experienced:

• Attended a six-year, accelerated, combined BS/MD program at- University of Missouri-Kansas City; she graduated with both these degrees in 1994.
• She then went on to complete her internship & residency in Internal Medicine at St. Luke’s Medical Center at Rush University.
• Post her residency, the doctor completed a fellowship at Rush University, in Nephrology & Hypertension.
• She has also worked in Chicago at Humana Urgent Care and served as an Emergency Room Attending at the ER at Rush University.
• She then moved to Southern California where she joined Westside Nephrology (a private practice Nephrology group) and primarily worked in Santa Monica at St. John’s Hospital.
• Her private practice in West Los Angeles was her next achievement, where she focused on hospital-based work.
• In 2007, she relocated to Henderson, Nevada where she started University Urgent Care.

Dr.Dipti Shah now maintains a Nephrology and Internal Medicine private practice in Las Vegas. In 2013, Governor Brian Sandoval appointed her to the Nevada Board of Health was reappointed in 2017. Her current term will continue until 2021.

If you are looking for the best Las Vegas Nephrologist, Radar Medical is the center to visit. For more information call us at 702 644 0500 or get in touch through our Contact Us form.