Hospital medicine encompasses the clinical management of acutely ill inpatients across all specialties, with hospitalists playing a central coordination role in modern healthcare systems. Evidence-based pathways, antimicrobial stewardship, and early discharge programmes are defining quality metrics. The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly reshaped inpatient care protocols and accelerated virtual ward models.
Nursing Students Face High Refractive Error Risk, WHOeyes App Shows
A study in Shivamogga City found a high prevalence of refractive errors among nursing students, identifying near work and screen time as key risk factors.
Opening an Independent Practice Post-Residency: A Feasibility Analysis
Establishing an independent medical practice immediately after residency presents significant logistical and financial challenges for new physicians.
Insects in Hospitals: Definite Ick, Unclear Risk
The presence of insects in healthcare facilities is a common concern, yet their direct role in nosocomial infection transmission remains largely undefined.
Corridor Care: Patient Experience in Non-Traditional Spaces
Patient experience in non-traditional care settings, such as hospital corridors, impacts perceived care quality and communication. Understanding these dynamics is essential.