Calais Regional Hospital Announces Implementation of Hospitalist Program
Calais Regional Hospital is pleased to announce the implementation of a Hospitalist Program on July 1. A Hospitalist is a physician who specializes in caring for patients admitted to the hospital and usually does not see patients in an office setting. Most Hospitalists are internal medicine or family practice physicians. Hospitalists are easily accessible in emergencies and when questions or concerns arise. Because they work in the hospital, they can see patients quickly and more than once a day, if needed.
“The introduction of a Hospitalist program is a natural progression as primary care providers have become busier, hospitalized patients have become sicker and technology becomes more sophisticated. Hospitalist medicine has become the fastest growing specialty in the United States because hospitals and patients are seeing the positive difference it makes,” explained Michael K. Lally, CRH Chief Executive Officer. The Hospitalist is able to be there for the patient from admission to discharge, managing the entire inpatient care process. With the assistance of other physicians, nurses and support staff the Hospitalist works to deliver a coordinated team approach for each patient.
Primary care providers have the option to refer their patients to the Hospitalist for inpatient stays. With the Hospitalist caring for inpatients, your primary care provider can be with patients in the office with fewer delays or interruptions and be able to devote more time to caring for patients in the outpatient setting. Your healthcare provider and the Hospitalist communicate as needed during an inpatient stay and coordinate for a smooth transition back to outpatient care.
“The Medical Staff at Calais Regional Hospital is very pleased to provide our admitted patients with care around the clock from our new Hospitalist service,” stated Dr. Karen Hadam, CRH Chief of Staff. “The hospitalists will allow our internal medicine providers to continue to serve the community with expedient care in the office setting, while the hospitalists coordinate and attend to the needs of those who are admitted to the hospital. The Hospitalist service will provide our community with a collaborative team of excellence in health care. We are pleased to continue to grow to serve the needs of our community and welcome the new physicians to our area.”
At Calais Regional Hospital, we work hard to bring you the best in healthcare, and the Hospitalist Program is a top quality service we are excited to provide to our community members. |