Hospitalist Program

A hospitalist is a physician or advanced practice provider who specializes in caring for patients admitted to a hospital. A hospitalist acts as a primary provider while patients are hospitalized, from admission through discharge and is in frequent contact with the primary care physician of the patient.

At Newman Regional Health, our hospitalist program includes a team of healthcare providers who provide care for inpatients and outpatient observation patients over the age of 18 who have been admitted to our hospital. Working closely with our emergency room physicians and a wide range of specialty physicians and clinical departments, our hospitalists are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help patients get well and return home.

Newman Regional Health is dedicated to improving health in our communities by providing high quality care. The Hospitalist Program at Newman Regional Health is a team of providers who specialize in inpatient care for patients that are admitted into the hospital.

Benefits of a Hospitalist Program

Shorter waiting time for a bed. The hospitalist helps speed up the process of getting patients admitted from the Emergency Room.
Better communication. The hospitalist becomes the center point of communication for the patient, family, primary care physician, and specialists.
Personalized, family-centered care. Hospitalists practice full-time in the hospital and are available to answer patient and family questions.
Shorter hospital stay. The hospitalist acts as provider and coordinator of care eliminating much of the wait time for tests, results, and consultations.
Quicker discharge. The hospitalist can give discharge approval more quickly as they are always available to get patients on their way home sooner.
Continuity of care. The hospitalist team work seven consecutive day shifts; the likelihood of having the same team during a patient’s stay is very high.
Better quality of care. The hospitalist is nearby and will see patients several times a day, if needed.