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Perceptions of Academic Hospitalists Regarding Rounding Methods
Chidinma O Ikonte1, Mohamed T Abdelrahim1, Akorfa Adobor1
1Division of General Internal Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Summary
Hospitalists value bedside rounds for patient care and education, but face challenges. Innovations are needed to improve efficiency and overcome barriers like duty hours.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Patient Care
Background:
- Bedside rounding is crucial for medical training and patient care.
- Concerns exist regarding the efficiency and feasibility of current rounding methods.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore hospitalists' perspectives on various rounding methods.
- To identify strategies for balancing educational goals with effective patient care.
Main Methods:
- Academic hospitalists surveyed on preferred rounding methods.
- Assessed perceived benefits and barriers of different rounding approaches.
Main Results:
- 33% preferred table rounds then bedside rounds; 24% favored bedside rounds.
- Benefits include improved communication, empathy, and shared decision-making.
- Barriers: duty-hour restrictions (89%) and scheduled educational activities (86%).
Conclusions:
- Hospitalists recognize the educational and patient-centered value of bedside rounding.
- Significant barriers hinder effective implementation of rounding methods.
- Need for innovative rounding strategies to address identified challenges.
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