It is important to have a physician deliver continuous hospital care to deal with small problems before they become emergencies. As soon as you are admitted, your doctor is contacted. Records from your regular doctor and prior admissions are reviewed, and you will also be asked to update your medical history and condition. Hospitalists discuss your medical status as a team as they go on and off duty. Rounds begin generally at 7 a.m.
Visits continue throughout the day.
Some patients are seen in the afternoon, to allow for test results to be reviewed. Emergency Room visits, patient emergencies, family meetings and other unpredictable events may cause schedule changes. We prefer that you and your family speak together at the same time with the hospitalist, if possible. This may require arranging a meeting time. Don t wait for the hospitalist to complete rounds.