The Role of the Gastrointestinal Hospitalist in Optimizing Endoscopic Operations

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Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am. 2021 Oct;31(4):681-693. doi: 10.1016/j.giec.2021.05.005. Epub 2021 Jul 20.

ABSTRACT

The gastroenterology (GI) hospitalist model has improved endoscopic operations through improved interdisciplinary coordination, efficiencies introduced in endoscopy unit workflow, and increased patient access to both inpatient and outpatient GI care. The challenges and opportunities associated with a GI hospitalist model and supporting a GI hospitalist team are reviewed, especially in relation to advanced endoscopy. The roles of the GI hospitalist in endoscopy quality measurement and value-based care are also explored. Greater awareness of the GI hospitalist model and tailoring it to fit the needs of the GI practice or endoscopy unit will be key to practice sustainability and growth.

PMID:34538408 | DOI:10.1016/j.giec.2021.05.005

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