Admist the rapid aging population, many patients are presenting with complex symptoms rather than experiencing a single disease, highlighting the increasing need for intergrated care to manage severe and multiple conditions effectively.

The Ministry of Health and Welfare initiated a pilot project for hospitalists in September 2016 to improve the training environment for medical specialists and minimize the shortage of workforce in medical institutions by limiting clinic hours. Inha University Hospital has participated in this project and since then, we have been operating the Department of Hospital Medicine.

The Department of Hospital Medicine is a medical department that operates under the mission of “Innovating inpatient care”. It is composed of specialized professionals, including “Inpatient specialists”,“Intensive Care Unite(ICU) specialists”,“Rapid response team (INHART).” Our department is composed by a whole new integrated care system that soley focuses on inpatients and taking full responsibility for their treatment and care.

We have implemented a system that facilitates collaboration between the Dahakjae Treatment and various departments. This system allows seamless communication and interaction between specialists from different fields. Through this collaboration with the other departments, we provide integrated care to patients ensuring extensive approach to their treatment and medical needs. 

The Department of Hospital Medicine provides patient-centered, comprehensive and optimal care, aiming to enhance the quality of the servicies and safety.