Hospitalist Program

La Porte Regional Health System is proud to offer the Hospitalist Program for our patients. The Hospitalist Program has a team of physicians who specialize caring for patients during their hospital stay. Hospitalists spend their day in the hospital and as a result, are at the forefront of care for hospitalized patients. The Hospitalists do not take the place of primary care physicians but serve as partners in your care.

The Hospitalists are in contact with the patients’ primary care physician on a regular basis during your hospital stay; notifying them of admission, giving updates, discussing medical histories, developing appropriate treatment plans and discussing discharge plans. Patients may speak with their primary care physicians at anytime during their hospital stay. Patients return to the care of their primary physician upon discharge. Prescribed medications, follow-up appointments, and recommended treatment plans are communicated with the patient’s primary care physician at this time.

Hospitalist coverage is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and are available to see patients and family members at times convenient to their busy schedules when a loved one is hospitalized. Hospitalists assist patients through a smooth and speedy recovery process by following up with tests and course of treatment throughout the day.

The Hospitalist program is a voluntary service and is offered to all physicians. For more information on the Hospitalist Program contact (219) 325-4606.