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A growing number of ED managers have begun using ED physicians as “greeters” — placing them in triage as the first provider to see patients. With the creation of a “door-to-doc” time of virtually zero, the patient satisfaction benefits are obvious. Proponents also argue that this strategy can improve flow as well.

Physician greeters? ED managers weigh pros, cons