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Pediatric Hospitalist - FAQ
Pediatric Hospitalist is a physicians board certified in Pediatrics whose primary professional focus is the care of hospitalized children. The Pediatric Hospitalists physician treats your child only while in the hospital and then returns care of your child to your primary care physician.
What does the Pediatric Hospitalist do?
Pediatric Hospitalist physician duties include patient care on the ward and in the nursery, teaching and leadership related to the care of children at VVMC. Pediatric Hospitalists may also be consulted by surgeons to participate in your child’s care. Pediatric Hospitalists coordinates all aspects of your child’s care while in VVMC.
How will the Pediatric Hospitalists know my child is in the hospital?
At the request of your primary care provider our Pediatric Hospitalists will provide care to your child while in the hospital.
How will my child benefit from the Pediatric Hospitalist?
We realize that a hospital admission is stressful and want to make your child’s stay as comfortable as possible. Our approach is based on the concept of family centered care with the belief that the family is a child’s primary source of strength and support. We encourage you to participate in your child’s care and welcome your questions and suggestions. We will be in contact with your primary care physician on admission; we will communicate with your child’s doctor in the course of the hospital stay, and at discharge.
Pediatric Hospitalist - FAQ
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