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Abstract Number: 113
SHM Converge 2024
Background: The integration of Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in hospital medicine, particularly for inferior vena cava (IVC) assessment, promises significant advancements in patient care. This study investigates the efficacy of POCUS with IVC evaluation in guiding fluid management decisions upon admission, a crucial aspect of hospitalist care. Methods: Conducted from January 1, 2021, to […]
Abstract Number: 119
Hospital Medicine 2018; April 8-11; Orlando, Fla.
Background: Previous work suggests that hospitals’ teaching status is correlated with readmission rates, cost of care, and mortality. This research has focused on conditions closely tracked by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The extent to which hospitals’ teaching status impacts care processes for syncope has not been extensively studied. Methods: We merged […]
Abstract Number: 180
Hospital Medicine 2017, May 1-4, 2017; Las Vegas, Nev.
Background: Preoperative assessment is a common medical practice, with latest guidelines emphasizing use of additional diagnostic testing only in patients to whom it would bring substantial change in management. The objective of our study is to determine the appropriateness of diagnostic tests used in preoperative assessment Methods: This observational study was conducted at a 200 […]
Abstract Number: 200
Hospital Medicine 2020, Virtual Competition
Background: Intravenous (IV) low molecular weight iron dextran is a safe and effective treatment for iron deficiency anemia (1). However, oral (PO) iron supplementation remains a preferred mode of iron repletion due to low cost and ease of administration. Unfortunately, the efficacy of PO iron varies due to differences in drug absorption and patient adherence. […]
Abstract Number: 216
Hospital Medicine 2020, Virtual Competition
Background: Length of stay (LOS) is a key metric that hospitals follow closely for quality and operational purposes. Hospital Medicine groups frequently use LOS to evaluate their providers and to identify opportunities for improvement; however, the most appropriate methods to apply specific hospital encounters to individual providers is debated. Complex schemes of weighted Observed to […]
Abstract Number: 226
SHM Converge 2021
Background: A growing body of evidence suggests that selecting graduating medical students for residency interviews based solely on USMLE scores or clinical grades does not adequately capture the breadth of qualities needed to succeed as a resident as outlined by the ACGME competencies. Step scores have been shown to correlate with ITE scores and boards […]
Abstract Number: 253
Hospital Medicine 2019, March 24-27, National Harbor, Md.
Background: Clinical practice guidelines (CPG) are a constructive response to the clinical situations providing systematically developed statements that include recommendations intended to optimize patient care. Despite their value, inadequate dissemination and implementation of the CPGs derail quality improvements in patient care. Traditionally, static documents (PDF, HTML pages) have been used to deliver CPGs incorporated into […]
Abstract Number: 288
Hospital Medicine 2017, May 1-4, 2017; Las Vegas, Nev.
Background: The healthcare system in the United States is often times costly and inefficient. Some estimates suggest that 20-34% of healthcare dollars are spent ineffectively. Despite efforts such as the Choosing Wisely Campaign to limit preoperative testing prior to low risk surgery, preoperative cardiac testing before low risk procedures remains common. This study assesses the […]
Abstract Number: 301
SHM Converge 2023
Background: Peer feedback facilitates clinician growth, but obtaining feedback is challenging in inpatient settings where provider teams switch frequently. Often supervisors only hear of extremely positive or negative behaviors. Currently, there is no validated evaluation tool for hospitalist faculty. Historically, our group’s method for soliciting peer evaluations for 180+ staff resulted in 30-40 completed evaluations […]
Abstract Number: 333
SHM Converge 2023
Background: Cross cover as a new intern can be daunting. A 2019 survey of interns across medical specialties showed the majority had no formal cross cover training or experience and felt unprepared to serve in this role. (1) Residencies have been increasing night float experiences and cross cover roles with careful attention to assure duty […]