Meaning of the word hospitalist in English

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hospitalist

US / ˈhɑː.spɪ.t̬əl.ɪst/
UK / ˈhɑː.spɪ.t̬əl.ɪst/
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Noun

1.

a physician who specializes in the care of hospitalized patients

Example:
The hospitalist managed her care throughout her stay.
Many hospitals now employ hospitalists to improve patient outcomes.
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