I think that is the term used in a translation of The Magic Mountain by Thomas Mann. But see here: ---- The chief of staff position was traditionally a hospital's "chief doctor" or "doctor's doctor" but has evolved into more of an administrative position providing oversight for physician credentialing , admitting privileges and insuring regulatory compliance. The UConn Health System represents clinical enterprises at the UConn Health Center , including the faculty practice, satellite family practices in Simsbury and Bloomfield, and the John Dempsey Hospital.
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