Hospitalists are board-certified physicians who specialize in caring for patients during hospitalization. Focusing exclusively on inpatient care, they provide timely treatment, expert oversight and help ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. Whether you’re managing a complex condition, recovering from surgery or require specialized care, our hospitalist team is dedicated to making your stay safe, seamless and personalized.
Our hospitalists collaborate with your specialists and care team throughout your hospital stay to ensure you receive timely and appropriate treatment. They ensure that important details about your condition and treatment are clearly communicated, supporting a smooth transition back to your regular healthcare team.
Alongside our hospitalists, a dedicated team of consultants, nurses, and support staff collaborate to provide you with the highest quality of care during your stay.
Your hospital care team
During your hospital stay you may see:
- Nurses provide compassionate hands-on care while monitoring your condition, administering medications and maintaining communication with your physicians.
- Patient care technicians (PCTs) assist your nurse with daily care and support.
- Consulting doctors provide expert advice.
- Medical students, interns and residents (physicians in training) who work closely with a supervising physician.
- Physician assistants and nurse practitioners help administer your care.
- Social workers and case managers help coordinate your discharge planning and ensure you have the resources and support needed after you leave the hospital.
What to expect during your stay
- 24/7 hospitalist care
- Coordination with specialists and primary care physicians
- Medication management
- Daily updates on your condition
- Discharge planning
A personalized discharge plan
When you're ready to be discharged, your hospitalist and hospital care team will create a personalized discharge plan for a safe and seamless transition to the next stage of your care. This plan may involve returning home with the help of a family member or caregiver, or moving to another facility. Your hospitalist will also communicate the plan to your primary care provider and specialists.
A list of prescriptions needed after discharge, including any changes to current medications.
Information about any necessary special accommodations, such as a wheelchair, recliner or self-care aids.
A list of doctors or other healthcare providers (e.g., skilled nurse, physical or occupational therapist) to see after discharge, along with appointment scheduling information.
Details on any additional tests needed after discharge and recommended scheduling timelines.
Your nurse will go over personalized discharge instructions to ensure a smooth transition home.
Frequently asked questions
A hospitalist is a physician specializing in the care of hospitalized patients. They provide round-the-clock medical attention, coordinating treatment with your primary care provider and specialists.
Hospitalists keep your primary care doctor informed about your hospital stay, including care you received in the hospital as well as recommended discharge plans. Your doctor receives a summary of your hospitalization to ensure continuity of care.
Hospitalists work in teams to provide 24/7 coverage. If your hospitalist’s shift ends, another hospitalist will seamlessly take over your care the next day. Overnight, there are in-house hospitalists taking care of any urgent or emergent issues that occur in the hospital.
No, hospitalists focus on inpatient medical care. If surgery is required, your hospitalist will coordinate with the appropriate surgical team.
Need help?
For help after your hospital stay, call the number on your discharge paperwork.
