When a patient is admitted to one of UPMC hospital campuses, it is important for them to know that they may not be seen by their primary care doctor while they are an inpatient. The doctor who cares for a patient when they are admitted to the hospital is called a hospitalist.
What if I have questions after I am discharged from the hospital?
The hospitalist contacts your primary care doctor to let him or her know that you have been discharged and provides details on any necessary follow-up care. If you have questions, you may contact your primary care doctor’s office.
You have a team of caregivers that works to provide the highest level of care possible for you throughout your hospitalization. Caregivers are easily identified by their badges with their name and titles.