Acupuncturists are alternative medical professionals who use needles to stimulate certain parts of the body. It is meant to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being. Acupuncturists stimulate certain points in the body that trigger the nervous system to release chemicals that produce a desired effect. Acupuncturists may also be trained in other areas of medicine. Doctors who also practice acupuncture are called medical acupuncturists.

An internist or Internal Medicine doctor is someone who specializes in diagnosing and treating illnesses, diseases, and health problems. Most internists are also primary care doctors and treat patients on a regular basis. They can diagnose and treat common illnesses or more serious problems. Most people see an internist regularly. Those with chronic illnesses may do so on a monthly or even weekly basis. Internists are the most common types of doctors.