The Role of the Medical Consultant-References

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The document titled "The Role of the Medical Consultant 2021–2024" is a comprehensive review centered on the responsibilities, practices, and impact of medical consultants, particularly hospitalists, in various clinical settings. It references multiple studies and reports highlighting key aspects of consultation in hospital medicine.<br /><br />Key themes include the characteristics and work experiences of hospitalists in the U.S. (Hoff et al., 2001), principles for effective consultations (Goldman et al., 1983; Salerno et al., 2007), and ethical considerations surrounding surgical co-management (American Medical Association, 1999). The role of medical consultants in comanagement models—especially in orthopedics such as hip and knee arthroplasty—is emphasized, with studies showing improvements in patient outcomes, reduced hospital stay, and more efficient care coordination (Huddleston et al., 2004; Auerbach et al., 2010; Biber et al., 2013).<br /><br />Issues of inter-physician communication and consultation types, including formal versus informal ("curbside") consultations, are addressed, noting potential risks of liability and impact on care quality (Kuo et al., 1998; Burden et al., 2013; Olick & Bergus, 2003). The development of electronic consultation programs to enhance inpatient care coordination is also mentioned (Najafi et al., 2017).<br /><br />Further, the rationale for preoperative medical evaluations is discussed with an emphasis on assessing surgical risk and optimizing perioperative patient management (Choi, 1987; Riggs & Segal, 2016). Overall, the references collectively underline the evolving, crucial role of medical consultants in interdisciplinary care, quality improvement, and ethical practice within hospital settings.

Keywords

Medical Consultant Role

Hospitalists

Hospital Medicine Consultation

Surgical Co-management Ethics

Orthopedic Co-management

Patient Outcomes Improvement

Inter-physician Communication

Electronic Consultation Programs

Preoperative Medical Evaluation

Perioperative Patient Management