An Evaluation of On-Call Otolaryngology Consultations: Assessing an Increasing Workload.

Kristine A SmithAshley V HintherJames BrookesThomas Wayne MatthewsJoseph C Dort

Published in: The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology (2018)

There has been a significant increase in the volume of on-call otolaryngology consultations at our tertiary care center. This increase has the potential to adversely affect patient care. A better understanding of the cause of this increase may allow policymakers and health care practitioners to improve patient access, physician workloads, and resource allocation.

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tertiary care
healthcare
primary care
general practice
emergency department
risk assessment
climate change