Make You Well, First Physicians offers expert internal medicine services in Odessa, TX through our Westview Medical Clinic. Our board-certified internal medicine physician, Dr. Darrell S. Parsons, MD, ABIM, specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of complex and chronic diseases in adults.
Internal medicine is a specialty focused on the comprehensive care of adult patients, particularly those with complex or chronic health conditions. Internists like Dr. Parsons provide preventive care, coordinate specialist care, and serve as a long-term partner in managing a patient’s overall health.
Our internal medicine team can help you prevent, diagnose, and manage a wide range of conditions, including:
At Make You Well, First Physicians, we believe in involving our patients as active partners in their own health and lifestyle decisions. Dr. Parsons takes time to understand each patient’s complete health picture, communicate clearly, and develop individualized treatment plans aimed at the best possible outcomes.
It is very important to communicate openly and honestly with your provider. The symptoms you describe play a critical role in accurate diagnosis — never hesitate to mention something, no matter how minor it may seem.
Dr. Parsons completed his undergraduate education with honors at the University of Missouri and his medical training at the University of Kansas Medical Center, where he was recognized as an outstanding resident in Internal Medicine. He practiced in Alpine, TX for nine years before relocating to Odessa in 2012.
Dr. Parsons focuses on preventive medicine, cardiology, endocrinology, nephrology, and rheumatology. He is board certified in internal medicine and is fluent in Spanish.
Clinic: Westview Medical Clinic | (432) 332-6600 | Monday–Friday 8am–5pm
Family medicine doctors treat patients of all ages and conditions, including children. Internal medicine specialists, or internists, focus exclusively on adult patients and are specially trained to manage complex, chronic, and multi-system diseases.
In many cases, a referral from a primary care provider is helpful, but not always required. Contact Make You Well, First Physicians at (432) 332-6600 to discuss your needs and schedule an appointment.
Internists manage a wide range of chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, thyroid disorders, high cholesterol, rheumatoid arthritis, and kidney disease, among others.
Patients with chronic conditions typically benefit from visits every 3–6 months, or as directed by their provider. Annual wellness visits are recommended for all adults, even those who feel well.