How do doctors choose which hospital they refer?

How do doctors choose which hospital they refer?

Arthur Shorr (Former COO and SVP of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center) gives expert video advice on: How do I choose the best quality hospital for my needs?; Can I change hospitals once I start medical treatment? and more...

Generally speaking, your physician will refer you to a specific specialist who he knows from his personal, professional experiences is best for you and your needs. In most cases, this individual specialist has already chosen the one or two hospitals at which he or she will practice because they believe that hospital is best organized and best suited to take care of their needs as specialists and, therefore, your needs has a patient in that area. Again, sometimes a physician will refer you to a tertiary care facility or a Center of Excellence medical center - a place recognized for dealing with complex issues that may be involved in your care - and do so in your best interests.