An Internal Medicine Specialist Caring for Hospitalized Patients
Dr. Ayodeji Balogun is a hospitalist who specializes in internal medicine. He provides medical care to patients during their hospital stay.
He fills a role similar to having a primary care physician in the hospital. He works with his patient’s regular physician and other specialists to coordinate their care.
His services include:
- Obtaining a patient’s medical history
- Performing physical exams
- Ordering and interpreting lab and diagnostic tests
- Prescribing medications
- Treating common illnesses
- Providing health education and counseling
Dr. Balogun’s primary professional focus is on patient care, teaching, research and leadership related to hospital medicine.
Speaks: English