How do they match: Emergency Medicine Physicians

  • Consult with hospitalists and other professionals, such as social workers, regarding patients' hospital admission, continued observation, transition of care, or discharge.
  • Discuss patients' treatment plans with physicians and other medical professionals.

  • Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments.
  • Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
  • Conduct diagnostic tests to determine patient health.
  • Confer with other professionals to plan patient care.
  • Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health.
  • Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.