Perspectives

Procedural Decision Making by Hospitalists: The Need for a Team Approach

Authors: Pete Meliagros, MD, MS, Benjamin Chopski, DO, Adam Garber, MD, Alan Dow, MD, MSHA, Rebecca Forrest, MD

Abstract

Complex decision making about performing bedside procedures is a growing challenge for hospitalists. Although existing guidelines help stratify procedural risk and identify safe practices, these guidelines can be in conflict and may not capture all of the comorbidities that shape procedural decision making.

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