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An organization dedicated to hospital medicine

Logo of the Society of Hospital Medicine

The Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting the discipline of hospital medicine. It represents the interests of hospitalists, who are physicians specializing in the care of hospitalized patients. SHM provides education, advocacy, and resources to improve the quality of care in hospitals.

History[edit]

The Society of Hospital Medicine was founded in 1997 to address the growing need for a dedicated focus on hospital-based care. Since its inception, SHM has grown significantly, reflecting the rapid expansion of the hospitalist field. The organization has played a pivotal role in defining the role of hospitalists and establishing standards for hospital medicine.

Mission and Goals[edit]

SHM's mission is to promote exceptional care for hospitalized patients. The organization aims to:

Advance the practice of hospital medicine through education and research.
Advocate for hospitalists and the patients they serve.
Foster a community of hospital medicine professionals.
Improve the quality and safety of patient care in hospitals.

Activities[edit]

SHM engages in a variety of activities to support its mission, including:

Education[edit]

SHM offers numerous educational programs and resources for hospitalists, including conferences, webinars, and publications. The annual SHM conference is a major event that brings together hospital medicine professionals from around the world to share knowledge and best practices.

Advocacy[edit]

The organization advocates for policies that support hospitalists and improve patient care. SHM works with government agencies, healthcare organizations, and other stakeholders to influence healthcare policy and practice.

Research[edit]

SHM supports research in hospital medicine to advance the field and improve patient outcomes. The organization provides grants and resources for hospitalists conducting research.

Membership[edit]

Membership in SHM is open to physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals involved in hospital medicine. Members benefit from access to SHM's resources, networking opportunities, and professional development programs.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Society of Hospital Medicine'''
+{{Short description|An organization dedicated to hospital medicine}}
+{{Use American English|date=October 2023}}
+{{Use mdy dates|date=October 2023}}
-The '''Society of Hospital Medicine''' (SHM) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting exceptional care for hospitalized patients. Founded in 1997, SHM is the primary international organization representing hospitalists and aims to enhance the practice of hospital medicine through education, advocacy, and research. The society plays a crucial role in healthcare by addressing issues related to patient care, quality improvement, and the advancement of the hospital medicine profession.
+[[File:Shm-logo-color.svg|thumb|right|Logo of the Society of Hospital Medicine]]
+The '''Society of Hospital Medicine''' (SHM) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting the discipline of [[hospital medicine]]. It represents the interests of [[hospitalists]], who are physicians specializing in the care of hospitalized patients. SHM provides education, advocacy, and resources to improve the quality of care in hospitals.
 ==History==
-The Society of Hospital Medicine was established in response to the growing need for a distinct group of healthcare professionals focused on the care of hospitalized patients. The emergence of hospital medicine as a specialty was driven by the increasing complexity of inpatient care and the need for dedicated clinicians to manage hospitalized patients. Since its inception, SHM has grown significantly, reflecting the rapid expansion of the hospital medicine field.
+The Society of Hospital Medicine was founded in 1997 to address the growing need for a dedicated focus on hospital-based care. Since its inception, SHM has grown significantly, reflecting the rapid expansion of the hospitalist field. The organization has played a pivotal role in defining the role of hospitalists and establishing standards for hospital medicine.
-==Mission and Vision==
+==Mission and Goals==
-The mission of the Society of Hospital Medicine is to promote exceptional care for hospitalized patients. SHM envisions a healthcare system where all hospitalized patients receive care from hospitalists who provide the highest standard of service. The society is committed to advancing the hospital medicine profession through leadership, education, and the promotion of research.
+SHM's mission is to promote exceptional care for hospitalized patients. The organization aims to:
+* Advance the practice of hospital medicine through education and research.
+* Advocate for hospitalists and the patients they serve.
+* Foster a community of hospital medicine professionals.
+* Improve the quality and safety of patient care in hospitals.
-==Membership==
+==Activities==
-SHM membership includes a diverse group of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and practice managers who specialize in hospital medicine. Members benefit from access to a wide range of resources, including educational programs, research opportunities, and advocacy efforts aimed at improving patient care and advancing the profession.
+SHM engages in a variety of activities to support its mission, including:
-==Activities and Programs==
+===Education===
-The Society of Hospital Medicine organizes a variety of activities and programs designed to support its members and advance the field of hospital medicine. These include:
+SHM offers numerous educational programs and resources for hospitalists, including conferences, webinars, and publications. The annual SHM conference is a major event that brings together hospital medicine professionals from around the world to share knowledge and best practices.
-* '''Annual Conference''': SHM's annual conference, Hospital Medicine, is the largest gathering of hospitalists in the world, offering educational sessions, networking opportunities, and the latest research findings in hospital medicine.
+===Advocacy===
+The organization advocates for policies that support hospitalists and improve patient care. SHM works with government agencies, healthcare organizations, and other stakeholders to influence healthcare policy and practice.
-* '''Education and Training''': SHM provides a comprehensive array of educational resources and training programs, including online courses, live events, and webinars, to help hospitalists enhance their skills and knowledge.
+===Research===
+SHM supports research in hospital medicine to advance the field and improve patient outcomes. The organization provides grants and resources for hospitalists conducting research.
-* '''Research and Publications''': The society supports research in hospital medicine and publishes several key resources, including the ''Journal of Hospital Medicine'', which disseminates research findings, reviews, and best practices in the field.
+==Membership==
+Membership in SHM is open to physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals involved in hospital medicine. Members benefit from access to SHM's resources, networking opportunities, and professional development programs.
-* '''Advocacy and Public Policy''': SHM advocates on behalf of hospitalists and their patients to influence healthcare policy and legislation. The society works to ensure that the interests of hospitalists and the needs of hospitalized patients are represented in healthcare decision-making processes.
-* '''Quality Improvement''': Through initiatives like the Hospital Quality and Patient Safety (HQPS) program, SHM promotes quality improvement practices in hospital medicine, aiming to enhance patient care and outcomes.
-==Challenges and Future Directions==
-As the field of hospital medicine continues to evolve, the Society of Hospital Medicine faces several challenges, including adapting to changes in healthcare delivery, addressing workforce issues, and ensuring the sustainability of the hospital medicine model. SHM is committed to addressing these challenges through advocacy, research, and the development of innovative programs and services.
-==Conclusion==
+==Related pages==
-The Society of Hospital Medicine plays a pivotal role in the advancement of hospital medicine and the improvement of patient care. Through its diverse activities and programs, SHM supports hospitalists in their professional development and advocates for the highest standards of care for hospitalized patients.
+* [[Hospital medicine]]
+* [[Hospitalist]]
+* [[American College of Physicians]]
+* [[Internal medicine]]
-[[Category:Medical associations]]
+[[Category:Medical associations based in the United States]]
+[[Category:Organizations established in 1997]]
 [[Category:Hospital medicine]]
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