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I am in the hospital vs I am at the hospital

Both 'I am in the hospital' and 'I am at the hospital' are correct phrases, but their meanings are slightly different. 'I am in the hospital' implies that you are physically inside the hospital building, while 'I am at the hospital' suggests that you are at the location of the hospital but not necessarily inside the building.
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Last updated: July 07, 2024 • 94075 views

I am in the hospital

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate that someone is physically inside the hospital building.

Use 'I am in the hospital' when you want to convey that you are currently inside the hospital building receiving medical treatment or visiting someone.

Examples:

  • I am in the hospital visiting my friend.
  • She is in the hospital for a surgery.
  • He is in the hospital recovering from an illness.
  • They are in the hospital waiting for test results.
  • We are in the hospital emergency room.
  • Oct 20, 2021 ...I am in the hospital” implies that you have been admitted as a patient. “I am at the hospital” implies that you are a visitor or one who ...
  • May 16, 2016 ... I am in the hospital and I am at the hospital are both used to say the same thing: that you are somewhere. there isn't really a difference. I am ...
  • Sep 15, 2018 ...I am in the hospital” means I am hospitalised. “I am at the hospital” means I am visiting someone who has been hospitalized. https://tr ...
  • Sep 30, 2016 ... I am in the hospital right now. I am going through most of everything mentioned here and more. I have known something is not right for ...
  • How do I file my weekly certification? Why can't I receive benefits if I am in the hospital, or can't work for any reason, for a week or longer?
  • Oct 23, 2019 ... Will I be allowed to smoke while I am in the hospital? Smoking is not permitted in the building, but a secure, outside smoking area is available ...
  • 7 days ago ... [OG] I am in the hospital because I fainted. How do you think the obey me boys would react to MC in the hospital? Discussion. Upvote 48
  • Jan 28, 2015 ... If I have a probation appointment but I am in the hospital, can they violate me? He is on my butt big time having me come in twice a week ...
  • Aug 27, 2021 ... I am in the hospital and want to feel pretty. What can I do to make my natural nails look better? Explanation in comments since I can not post a caption.
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Alternatives:

  • I am at the hospital
  • I am currently in the hospital
  • I am inside the hospital
  • I am at the medical center
  • I am receiving treatment at the hospital

I am at the hospital

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate that someone is at the location of the hospital but not necessarily inside the building.

Use 'I am at the hospital' when you want to convey that you are at the hospital for a visit, appointment, or to pick someone up.

Examples:

  • I am at the hospital to pick up my prescription.
  • She is at the hospital for a doctor's appointment.
  • He is at the hospital to visit a friend.
  • They are at the hospital to drop off flowers.
  • We are at the hospital waiting in the lobby.
  • Oct 20, 2021 ...I am at the hospital” implies that you are a visitor or one who has been summoned to identify a patient. The sentence expresses your location, ...
  • Apr 16, 2023 ... I am at the hospital and I'm staying for 2 days because I have been diagnosed with influenza and I feel like watching Komi can't communicate but ...
  • May 16, 2016 ... Synonym for "I am in/at the hospital" I am in the hospital and I am at the hospital are both used to say the same thing: that you are ...
  • Mar 5, 2023 ... Selfie Sunday- Never work Sundays but here I am at the hospital. Gotta keep these old people functional. Living that healthy INFP life ...
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  • Sep 30, 2016 ... I have gone through the same I am at the hospital right now the doctors operated I was with the tubes etc… Right now results shown that I am ...
  • I am at the hospital now just going in,. Posted 8 years ago , 6 users are following. rose0000. And I wanted to thank each and every one of you wonderful ...
  • Jun 5, 2020 ... I am at the hospital now. I suffered a heart attack wednesday evening. I also got surgery wednesday evening. I am ok now. I will be released ...

Alternatives:

  • I am in the hospital
  • I am currently at the hospital
  • I am outside the hospital
  • I am near the hospital
  • I am going to the hospital

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