Dr. Belen Amat MD
Internist
3501 Lake Eastbrook Blvd SE Suite 258 Grand Rapids Michigan, 49546About
Imagine being able to see your doctor as much as you need and talk to her directly. The way you always wanted. Dr Amat's practice follows a Direct Primary Care model in which insurance companies are not billed. This means you pay a monthly membership ($10-75 based on age) and deal directly with the doctor, you don't have to have insurance. As an added benefit you can get medications and labs at 80-90% discount when you are a member. Dr. Belen Amat is an Internist and Pediatrician practicing in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Amat is a doctor who specializes in the health care of people of all ages. Dr. Amat diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and also chronic illnesses in all ages. She practices medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Amat can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of her patients.
Education and Training
Panamerican University MD 2005
GRMEP- Michigan State University Internist/pediatrician 2011
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Dr. Belen Amat MD's Expert Contributions
Thyroid Function Tests
It could be hypothyroidism. It is hard to say without looking at the whole picture. The edema may not be related to this. I suggest an evaluation by your doctor. READ MORE
My hands swell when I exercise
I think that is a normal response to exercise since the blood flow increases. Just make sure to stay hydrated. READ MORE
Wiring a broken jaw
I would recommend talking to the surgeon, as it probably depends on the severity of the surgery. READ MORE
Is there a best time of year to get the flu shot?
The recommendation is to get the flu shot as soon as available. It takes 2 weeks for it to start working, that may be why October may be late since there might already be influenza and immunity is not yet available. READ MORE
Feeling weak after the flu
It might take 1-2 weeks to feel back to normal. Keep eating and drinking, rest is very important. READ MORE
Can you get strep throat without tonsils?
Yes, you can still get strep throat. The best way to make sure is to get tested. READ MORE
Fatty liver- can it get better?
Once there is cirrhosis, that part of the liver cannot regenerate, but the other parts that show inflammation and fatty liver can certainly heal. I agree that quitting alcohol is very important. READ MORE
No peristalsis, floppy colon- what can help?
I would talk to the specialist and see if they recommend any medications that can help with the actual movement of the colon, as most of what you are using is "bulking" agents that don't do anything as far as the movement of the intestines. READ MORE
Is my bronchitis still contagious?
Usually after 24 hours of antibiotics, infections are not contagious anymore. Make sure you go to the doctor, if this does not completely resolve in 1 more week. READ MORE
Why does hay fever severity fluctuate
Depends on the weather and other environmental factors like temperature, humidity if one year is worse than other. READ MORE
Cloudy urine with strong odor- What could it be?
Make sure you talk to your gynecologist to make sure there is no infection. READ MORE
Shortness of breath
I would recommend you see your doctor to have a full evaluation and make sure it is nothing concerning. READ MORE
When should I see a geriatrician?
You certainly can, geriatricians are very good at keeping you healthy. READ MORE
Help with neck muscle stiffness
Yes, physical therapy should help, not only to fix the problem, but also to prevent it from coming back. READ MORE
Rotator cuff tear
Most rotator cuff tears get better with PT and don't need surgery, they can usually tell in a few sessions if it will improve or not. READ MORE
Do blood pressure medications affect male fertility?
There is no known risk of the use of Lisinopril in males and the risk for babies. The risk of Lisinopril is when the mom has to be on blood pressure pills, since Lisinopril can cause birth defects, but not from the male being on it. Lisinopril can cause impotence, but also uncontrolled hypertension can cause impotence. Hope this helps READ MORE
How do I get rid of a canker sore?
Canker sores should go away on their own in a few days. You can use over-the-counter teething medication for the pain. If a sore does not go away in a week, I would recommend going to the doctor to make sure it is not something else. READ MORE
What do high lymphocytes mean?
High lymphocytes can be from infection. It is a good question to ask whoever ordered the test to see if they were looking for something specific or not. It also depends how high the lymphocytes are. Talk to your doctor about this. READ MORE
How long is pink eye contagious?
Pink eye is most times viral, so it will be contagious for as long as the eye is red. This can be a week or 10 days. Just use good hand hygiene. It would be good to get rid of the makeup just in case it was a bacterial infection. READ MORE
Is shingles contagious?
Shingles is only contagious when there are blisters. Keep it covered and that should be fine. There is a very small risk to pregnant women of getting chicken pox from shingles, so try to avoid being close to pregnant women, if you still have blisters. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- American college of physicians
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- michigan state medical society
- American Association for Physician Leadership
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Mission Trips to central america
Internships
- Grand Rapids Medical Michigan State University
Professional Society Memberships
- Michigan State University Medical Society, American Academy of Pediatrics
Hobbies / Sports
- Outdoor activities, Movies
Favorite professional publications
- The New England Journal of Medicine
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