Investing in the future of inpatient dermatology: The evolution and impact of specialized dermatologic consultation in hospitalized patients
Publication Date
2018
Journal Title
Cutis
Abstract
© 2018 Quadrant Healthcom Inc. All right reserved. Inpatient dermatology has transitioned from units that admitted and cared for patients with chronic dermatoses to consultative services that provide a wide breadth of care, leading to a paradigm shift in the role and impact of dermatologists in the inpatient setting. Consultative dermatology provides a distinct and essential service in the care of hospitalized patients, leading to improved care quality along with reductions in inappropriate health care spending.
Volume Number
102
Issue Number
4
Pages
226 - 228
Document Type
Article
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
Dermatology