Driven by a desire to improve these situations and help patients in need of transfer, hospitals are actively examining their ...

Finally, diversity and inclusivity can enhance an organization’s reputation, attracting top talent and fostering a supportive ...

Hospitalists often work in high-stress environments with long shifts, making PTO a critical factor in preventing burnout.

Thank you to SHM for creating a big tent that supports hospitalists from all backgrounds. I consider SHM to be my ...

The Hospitalist has appointed two new members to its editorial team: Arunab Mehta, MD, MEd, FHM, will assume the recently ...

Having a mentor increases career satisfaction, improves retention, enhances career goals, and augments academic productivity.

Does long-term colchicine use plus guideline-based care after ischemic stroke prevent recurrent vascular events?

Does patient sex influence opioid prescription patterns during hospitalization and at discharge on general medicine services?

The Hospitalist’s editorial board members are making plans for SHM Converge 2025. Here they share some of the sessions they’re looking forward to. Nkemdilim Mgbojikwe, MD, SFHM Associate... In case ...

It’s 8 a.m. and the hospital is starting the day in a tough position. There are 15 patients boarding in the emergency department (ED), two patients who can be downgraded from the intensive care unit, ...

Clinical question: What is the safety and efficacy of switching from IV to oral antibiotic therapy after three to five days in patients with gram-negative bacteremia? Background: Bacteremia is ...

Clinical question: Does diltiazem increase the risk of major bleeding in patients on apixaban or rivaroxaban? Background: Diltiazem is a potent CYP3A4 inhibitor and a mild P-glycoprotein inhibitor.