Hospitalist Care

What is a Hospitalist?

A hospitalist is a physician who specializes in the care of hospitalized patients. The role of a hospitalist involves managing and coordinating all aspects of a patient's hospital care, from admission through discharge.

Hospitalists are typically trained in internal medicine, family medicine, or other specialties but focus their practice exclusively on the care of hospitalized patients. Unlike primary care physicians who see patients in an office setting, hospitalists work only in the hospital. They manage the entire inpatient experience, providing continuous and comprehensive care.

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What Care Do Hospitalists Provide?

At CentraCare, our hospitalists coordinate care among different specialists, nurses and other healthcare professionals. They ensure that all aspects of a patient's care are integrated and communicated effectively.

Since they are at the hospital around the clock, they are readily available to meet your family members and answer questions. They also are able to respond quickly to changes in a patient's condition and make timely decisions about treatment.

When it's time for discharge, our hospitalists play an important role in planning for follow-up care and ensuring a smooth transition to outpatient care or other facilities.

If you have a child in the hospital, a pediatric hospitalist may be providing the care. With patients ranging in age from newborn to 18 years, pediatric hospitalists care for children with a wide variety of health care needs. Pediatric hospitalists have completed medical school and pediatric residency training.