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Dr. Emily Hines is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician who serves as a hospitalist at Wilmington Health, providing comprehensive inpatient care for adult patients. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine after completing graduate studies in Human Physiology at North Carolina State University. Dr. Hines completed her Internal Medicine residency at Grand Strand Medical Center and further advanced her expertise through an ACGME-accredited Hospice and Palliative Care Fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina, where she developed specialized skills in symptom management, complex medical decision-making, and compassionate patient-centered care.
Throughout her training and clinical practice, Dr. Hines has cared for patients with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, coordinating care across multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective, and seamless treatment during hospitalization. She is committed to practicing evidence-based medicine while fostering open communication with patients and their families, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health. Her clinical interests include hospital medicine, palliative care, quality improvement, and enhancing the patient experience through collaborative, individualized care.
In addition to her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Hines has been actively involved in medical education, research, and quality improvement initiatives. She has presented award-winning research at regional and national conferences, contributed to projects focused on improving patient care and clinical documentation, and served as a clinical educator for Internal Medicine residents. Known for her thoughtful, compassionate approach, Dr. Hines is dedicated to ensuring every patient feels heard, respected, and supported throughout their hospital stay.