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.
