by Robert J. Habicht (Editor), Mangla S. Gulati (Editor)
This practical resource provides hospitalists of all levels a comprehensive foundation for understanding the critical elements of hospital medicine. Beginning with an overview of the healthcare system, chapters provide relevant insights on management, regulations, evidence-based approaches, an awareness of safety and economic concerns and professional development skills. Perspectives on how hospitalist and hospital medicine teams can effectively engage this system to provide cost-effective, high-quality care are offered throughout this volume. With real-world guidance on the major tenets of hospital medicine, Hospital Medicine will serve as the definitive guide to a successful career in this rapidly evolving specialty.
Back Jacket
This practical resource provides hospitalists of all levels a comprehensive foundation for understanding the critical elements of hospital medicine. Beginning with an overview of the healthcare system, chapters provide relevant insights on management, regulations, evidence-based approaches, an awareness of safety and economic concerns and professional development skills. Perspectives on how hospitalist and hospital medicine teams can effectively engage this system to provide cost-effective, high-quality care are offered throughout this volume. With real-world guidance on the major tenets of hospital medicine, Hospital Medicine will serve as the definitive guide to a successful career in this rapidly evolving specialty.
Author Biography
Robert J. Habicht, MD, FAAP, FACP, SFHM
Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics
Director, Med-Peds Residency Training Program
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Baltimore, MD
Mangla S. Gulati, M.D. CPPS, FACP, SFHM
Associate Chief Medical Officer
Vice President Patient Safety and Clinical Effectiveness
University of Maryland Medical Center
Assistant Professor of Medicine
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Baltimore, MD