If Dr. Hansen-Smith determines that you need to be admitted from her office, she will coordinate transportation and call ahead to the hospital to let them know you are coming. If necessary and possible, she may also accompany you to the hospital to assure that the admission to the hospitalist goes smoothly. If you are admitted through the Emergency Room, they will contact the hospitalist for admission. You or a family member are advised to contact Dr. Hansen-Smith to let her know about the admission. She will be available to visit with you in the hospital, coordinate care with the admitting hospitalist and treating specialists. In this way, she can help more clearly explain your situation, test results and give you a better idea of what to expect during admission and after discharge from the hospital. Dr. Hansen-Smith does not directly admit or follow patients in the hospital.