Bryanne Standifer-Barrett, MD

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Get to know Internist Dr. Bryanne Standifer-Barrett, who serves patients in Metro Detroit, Michigan.

A determined internist, Dr. Standifer-Barrett sees patients at Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan. Her clinical interests encompass a wide range of areas within internal medicine. She possesses a particular passion for diagnostic medicine and the management of chronic conditions. Her areas of expertise include arthritis, heart rhythm disorders, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, digestive issues, headaches, osteoporosis, dementia, thyroid disorders, sleep disorders, and kidney disease.

At the core of her philosophy is the importance of active listening and collaboration with her patients. By taking the time to truly comprehend their health concerns, she empowers her patients to be active participants in their healthcare journey. Together, she and her patients devise comprehensive care plans tailored to promote long-term health and well-being.

Graduating with her medical degree from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Dr. Standifer-Barrett went on to further her training by completing a residency in internal medicine with the Henry Ford Health System. She approaches each patient encounter with a genuine desire to understand their individual needs and health goals.

Passionate about her profession, the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

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