internal medicine

American  

noun

1. the branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of diseases, especially of internal organ systems.

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internal medicine British  

noun

1. the branch of medical science concerned with the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of disorders of the internal structures of the body

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internal medicine Scientific  

1. The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of diseases in adults.

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Etymology

Origin of internal medicine

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

But as the end of his medical school career draws near, he said he is also considering residencies in psychiatry, internal medicine and family medicine.

From Washington Post

In a statement, the hospital said he had completed his internal medicine residency and an infectious-disease fellowship, and was training as a critical care fellow.

From Washington Post

Clark also claims that the school eventually gave him a failing grade in his internal medicine course even though he "objectively" passed it based on the numerical score he received.

From Fox News

According to her suit, I.J. has failed to obtain a new residency despite her applications to at least 20 internal medicine programs, including residency positions in the U.S.

From Seattle Times

“Systems in the hospitals are under severe pressure, including staff, who are overworked and not performing at their best,” said Gordon Cupido, head of internal medicine at the Katutura State Hospital in the capital, Windhoek.

From Seattle Times