Internal Medicine
Expert adult primary care, chronic disease management, and preventive health, right here in Kankakee County.
Adult Primary Care
Your Long-Term Partner in Adult Health
Riverside Healthcare internists provide expert primary care for adults 18 and older, with offices in Bourbonnais and Kankakee. Whether you need a wellness visit, help managing a chronic condition, or a doctor who truly knows your health history, our team is here, and we’re accepting new patients.
Schedule an Appointment
We're accepting new patients at both locations. Request your appointment online through MyChart — fast and available 24/7.
Find an Internist
Browse our internal medicine providers in Bourbonnais and Kankakee and find the right fit for your health.
Two Convenient Locations
Internal medicine offices in Bourbonnais and Kankakee — both with on-site access to Riverside lab services and specialists.
What Is an Internist?
A Doctor Trained Specifically for Adults
An internist — also called a doctor of internal medicine — is a physician who specializes entirely in adult health. Unlike family medicine providers who care for all ages, internists focus on patients 18 and older, with deep training in diagnosing and treating complex conditions that affect adults.
Internists are built for complexity. If you're managing diabetes and high blood pressure and kidney disease, your internist coordinates your whole health picture, not just one piece of it. Many adults with Medicare or multiple chronic conditions choose an internist as their primary care provider for exactly this reason.
Internists also provide specialized care for older adults — helping manage multiple medications, monitor cognitive health, and prevent falls. Your internist can be your long-term health partner from your late teens through every stage of adult life, getting to know your history and connecting you to Riverside specialists when needed.
Conditions We Treat
From Routine Checkups to Complex, Chronic Conditions
Our Riverside internists care for a wide range of adult health concerns. Whether your needs are straightforward or complex, your care team coordinates everything — with direct access to Riverside specialists at both campuses.
Heart, Lung & Blood
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Heart disease and vascular conditions
- COPD, asthma, and respiratory disease
- Anemia and blood disorders
Metabolic & Chronic Disease
- Diabetes management and prevention
- High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
- Thyroid and hormonal conditions
- Kidney (renal) disease
Whole-Person Adult Care
- Geriatric medicine and senior health
- Joint pain and rheumatologic conditions
- Digestive and gastrointestinal concerns
- Neurological issues and headaches
- Mental health and behavioral concerns
- Infectious disease
Know Your Options
Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Primary Care — Which Is Right for You?
All three types of providers offer primary care, but they're not exactly the same. Here's a quick guide to help you find your best fit across our Kankakee County locations.
| Question | Internal Medicine | Family Medicine / Primary Care |
|---|---|---|
| Who do they see? | Adults only (18+) | All ages — children, adults, and seniors |
| Best for... | Adults managing chronic or complex conditions; Medicare patients; older adults | Families who want one provider for everyone |
| Preventive care? | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Chronic disease management? | ✓ Yes — specialty focus | ✓ Yes |
| Geriatric and senior care? | ✓ Yes | Varies by provider |
| Pediatric care? | No — adults only | ✓ Yes |
| Riverside locations | Bourbonnais | Kankakee | View all primary care locations |
Common Questions
Questions About Internal Medicine at Riverside
What Is the Difference Between Internal Medicine and Primary Care?
"Primary care" is a broad term for your main healthcare provider — the doctor you see for regular checkups, preventive care, and everyday health concerns. Both internists and family medicine providers can serve as your primary care provider. The key difference is focus: internists are trained exclusively for adults (18+) and have advanced expertise in diagnosing and managing complex, multi-system conditions. Family medicine providers care for patients of all ages.
Is Internal Medicine a Good Choice if I Have Medicare?
Yes. Many Medicare patients choose an internist as their primary care provider because internists are specifically trained to manage the complex, chronic conditions that often come with age — including diabetes, heart disease, COPD, and kidney disease. Both our Bourbonnais and Kankakee offices accept Medicare and are welcoming new Medicare patients. Call your preferred location to confirm your specific plan before your visit.
Are You Accepting New Patients?
Yes — both our Bourbonnais and Kankakee internal medicine offices are currently accepting new patients. You can schedule online through Riverside MyChart or call (815) 933-1671 to be connected with your preferred location.
What if I Need Care for My Children or My Whole Family?
Internists provide care for adults only. If you're looking for a provider for children or a doctor who sees all ages, Riverside has several primary care and family medicine offices across Kankakee County. Explore all primary care locations.
What Is Geriatric Medicine?
Geriatric medicine focuses on the health needs of older adults — including managing multiple medications, preventing falls, monitoring cognitive health, and coordinating care across specialties. Internal medicine providers are well-equipped to provide this type of comprehensive, long-term adult care. Our Riverside teams in Bourbonnais and Kankakee are experienced in caring for older adults with complex health needs.
Serving Kankakee County
Find an Internal Medicine Office Near You
Riverside Healthcare has internal medicine teams in Bourbonnais and Kankakee — both accepting new patients and connected to the full Riverside network of specialists, labs, and imaging services.
View All Internal Medicine Locations
Looking for Family Medicine or Care for All Ages?
Riverside has primary care and family medicine offices throughout the communities we serve, including locations that see children, families, and patients of all ages. Explore all primary care locations.
Ready to Get Started? We’re Accepting New Patients.
Riverside internists in Bourbonnais and Kankakee are your long-term partners in adult health — from annual wellness visits to managing the most complex chronic conditions. Remarkable Care. Right Where You Live.
Our Locations
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Riverside Medical Group - Internal Medicine Bourbonnais
400 Riverside Drive Suite 2100 - Bourbonnais, IL 60914
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Riverside Medical Group - Internal Medicine Kankakee
401 N. Wall Street Suite 102 - Kankakee, IL 60901
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Riverside Medical Group - Primary Care Associates, Kankakee
375 N. Wall Street Suite P310 - Kankakee, IL 60901
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Riverside Medical Group - Primary Care Bourbonnais
400 Riverside Drive Suite 2800 - Bourbonnais, IL 60914
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Riverside Medical Group - Primary Care Coal City
5775 E. Highway 113 - Coal City, IL 60416
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Riverside Medical Group - Primary Care Manteno
395 N. Locust - Manteno, IL 60950
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Riverside Medical Group - Primary Care Momence
3761 N. Dixie Highway - Momence, IL 60954
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Riverside Medical Group - Primary Care Pembroke
3400 S. Main Street - Hopkins Park, IL 60944
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Riverside Medical Group - Primary Care Wilmington
105 S. First Street - Wilmington, IL 60481