Hospitalist

A hospitalist is a medical doctor who specializes in caring for patients during their hospital stay. They coordinate and manage all aspects of a patient's inpatient care, including diagnosis, treatment, and communication with other specialists. Hospitalists focus solely on hospital patients, ensuring effective treatment plans, monitoring progress, and facilitating smooth transitions to outpatient care after discharge. Their role helps streamline hospital services, allowing primary care doctors to concentrate on outpatient care while enhancing patient outcomes through focused, immediate attention during hospitalizations.