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Hospitalist Program

What is a Hospitalist?

Hospitalists are physicians who specialize in the care of inpatients at hospitals. Our hospitalists will work in conjunction with your primary care doctor and specialists to design and oversee your individualized treatment plan. Because they remain on-site, hospitalists are always available to address urgent issues and share information with you. Meet our team of hospitalists!

Will I see the same hospitalist every day?

If you have an extended hospital stay, it is likely that you will see more than one hospitalist. The hospitalists work as a team and coordinate patient care each day to make sure information is shared and updated. Hospitalists are on patient floors daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Physicians are also on-site 24/7 in the event of an emergency.

To connect with a hospitalist, please contact:

Lissette Santiago

Hospitalist Program Manager

Phone: (978) 683-4000, ext. 8494

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get assigned to a hospitalist?

When you are admitted to Lawrence General, your physician contacts the hospitalist on duty and provides them with pertinent information about your illness, health history, and any special needs you may have.

What if I enter the hospital through the Emergency Center?

If that case, the Emergency Center will assign a hospitalist to you. In turn, they will contact your physician and let the physician know about your condition and continue to communicate throughout your hospitalization.

What hours do hospitalists work?

Hospitalists are available on patient floors from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. every day, and a physician from the team is on call 24/7 in the event of an emergency.

Will I see the same hospitalist every day?

If you're hospitalized for an extended stay, you will probably see more than one. The hospitalists work as a team and coordinate care to make sure information is shared and updated.

Can family members talk to the hospitalists if they have questions about my care?

Absolutely. One of the benefits of the program is that a hospitalist is on hand during the day to respond to you and your family. During the late evening and overnight hours, one hospitalist is on call to provide care should a critical issue arise.

What happens when I'm discharged? Is my primary care physician brought back into the loop?

Yes, the hospitalist will provide a referral to your primary care physician following your discharge in order to ensure continuity of care.