Background: Delivering high quality and efficient care is a top priority at our 800-bed quaternary care hospital. We have seen significant improvements in many patient-care domains by implementing hospital-wide standardized interdisciplinary rounds. As part of our ongoing efforts to further improve efficiency and value, we hope to leverage a simple order in our electronic medical [...]

Background: Delays in medical care are frustrating for all stakeholders involved, including patients, their families, and the clinical teams responsible for moving their care forward. These delays, particularly in inpatient care, not only extend hospital stays but also have a cascading effect on patient throughput and inpatient bed availability. Hospitalists regularly navigate these challenges and [...]