A surprising factor may play a role in patient outcomes, affecting readmissions, recovery and other aspects of a patient’s hospital stay: the physician’s gender. According to the results of a new study from the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Internal Medicine, elderly patients may fare differently depending on whether their doctors are men […] [MORE]
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2 ways to protect your hospital from malpractice lawsuits
by Jess White May 30, 2013
The rise of hospitalists has been a boon to many hospitals. But there’s also a threat looming within the trend: An increased risk of malpractice lawsuits.
Hospital physicians report heavy workloads affect patients
by Renee Cocchi February 1, 2013
Are your doctors overworked? Based on the results of a survey of hospitalists, the answer is likely yes – and their heavy workloads can have detrimental effects on patients.
New readmissions study stirs up controversy in the hospital
by Renee Cocchi November 14, 2012
Which group do you think is better at treating patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) and preventing readmissions — cardiologists or hospitalists?
How better communication reduces patient bouncebacks
by healthcarebus December 13, 2011
Could patient bouncebacks be reduced simply with better discharge planning?
Hospitals on a spree to hire more doctors
by healthcarebus October 27, 2010
Fewer doctors are opting to start or join private practices. What makes hospitals so alluring — and what does it mean for health care?
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