What is an Attending Physician?
In the context of medical education and training, an attending physician is a fully qualified and experienced doctor who is responsible for supervising and teaching residents (doctors in training) in a hospital or clinical setting. Attendings are typically board-certified specialists in their respective fields and have completed advanced training in their specialties. They are responsible for providing medical care to patients, as well as educating and mentoring residents and other healthcare providers.
Attendings may also be involved in research and academic activities, such as publishing articles and presenting at conferences. They often have a leadership role in the hospital or clinical setting, overseeing the work of other healthcare providers and making decisions about patient care.
In contrast to residents, who are still in training and learning the skills and knowledge needed to become attending physicians, attendings have completed their training and are considered experts in their fields. Attendings may also be referred to as "staff physicians" or "faculty physicians," depending on the specific context and institution.
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