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Original Article

The Rotating Hospitalist: A Solution for an Academic Internal Medicine Practice

Authors: Jeffrey A. Summers, MD, David Ginn, MD, Diana Nunley, MD

Abstract

Concerns have been raised about the role that hospitalists may have in changing the educational process for medical students and residents, especially with regard to the primary care specialties. Methods We implemented rotating hospital and office duties within our five-physician group. Results Resident and student satisfaction increased, and additional faculty members could be added without expanding office space. Financial benefits then also ensued. Conclusion Rotating hospital with office duties among a small group of internists has resulted in most of the advantages with few of the drawbacks related to the hospitalist approach.

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