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Book SynopsisThis book collects and analyses the available biographical data on 600 Jewish medical practitioners in the 9-16th century Muslim world. Both the biographies and the accompanying discussion shed light on both the medicine of the period and practitioners' professional, daily and personal lives; Jewish communities; and inter-religious affairs.

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Book SynopsisThe first in a new Swedish crime series featuring Tekla Berg, a fearless doctor with a remarkable photographic memory"Watch your blood pressure! A tense and clever thriller" Lilja SigurðardóttirWith 85% per cent burns to his body and a 115% risk of dying, it's a miracle the patientis still alive.He only made it this far thanks to Tekla Berg, an emergency physician whose unorthodox methods and photographic memory are often the difference between life and death.Convinced that the fire was a terrorist attack - and that the patient was involved - the police are determined to question him. Almost as determined as those who would silence him at any cost. And while Tekla battles to keep him breathing, she can't shake the thought that something about him is strangely familiar . . .Tekla has always hidden her remarkable mind from her hospital colleagues, resorting to amphetamines to take the edge off the endless whirl of lucid memories. But now she'll need to call on all her wits as she's drawn into a mystery involving corrupt police, the godfather of the Uzbek mafia, and her beloved but wayward brother.Translated from the Swedish by George GouldingTrade ReviewA taut and blistering thriller with the most memorable protagonist ever. Christian Unge is in total control of his environment. It deserves to be huge. -- Imran MahmoodMulti-layered and gritty with a strong emotional undercurrent - this is one to savour. -- Susi HollidayChristian Unge describes the hospital environment better than anyone else in Sweden. Tekla is a scalpel-sharp character who delivers a massive shot of adrenalin. Unmissable. -- Jens LapidusWatch your blood pressure! A tense and clever thriller. -- Lilja SigurðardóttirElectrifying. * Crime Monthy. *A gripping crime novel . . . fast-moving and packed with convincing detail and memorable characters . . . Tekla is a terrific character. -- Natasha Cooper * Literary Review *As gripping as it could be. Stressed-out, sleep-deprived and pill-popping Dr Tekla Berg is as unusual a centra character as you will find . . . An authentic and seriously exciting debut. -- Myles McWeeney * Irish Independent. *

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Book SynopsisIn Munjed Al Muderis's bestselling memoir Walking Free, he described his experience as a refugee fleeing Saddam Hussein's Iraq, his terrifying sea journey to Australia and the brutal mandatory detention he faced in the remote north of Western Australia. The book also detailed his early work as a pioneering orthopaedic surgeon at the cutting edge of world medicine. In Going Back, Munjed shares the extraordinary journey that his life-changing new surgical technique has taken him on. Through osseointegration, he implants titanium rods into the human skeleton and attaches robotic limbs, allowing patients genuine, effective and permanent mobility. Munjed has performed this operation on hundreds of Australian civilians, wounded British soldiers who've lost legs in Iraq and Afghanistan, and a survivor of the Christchurch earthquake in New Zealand. But nothing has been as extraordinary as his return to Iraq after eighteen years, at the invitation of the Iraqi government, to operate on soldiers, police and civilian amputees wounded in the horrific war against ISIS. These stories are both heartbreaking and full of hope, and are told from the unique perspective of a refugee returning to the place of his birth as a celebrated international surgeon.

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Book Synopsis'Remarkable and full of grace. It broke my heart' Sarah Perry'Guglani is the real deal' Michel Faber'Profound . . . Poetic . . . Humane' Gabriel Weston'Shows rare skill . . . Power and fear and morality' Sarah Moss, author of The Tidal ZoneHistories is a hypnotic portrait of life in one hospital, over one week. In the corridors and consulting rooms, by the bedside, through the open curtain, we witness charged encounters within the emotional and physical world of medicine. Old insecurities surface as junior doctors try to save a man from dying; an enraged chaplain picks a fight with a consultant; a porter waxes lyrical on his invisibility. These are only some of the stories that so seamlessly connect, collide and create an unforgettable panorama of being. Sam Guglani's vivid prose has the raw intensity of poetry that pulls the reader in on every page.Trade ReviewRemarkable and full of grace. It broke my heart. * Sarah Perry *"Many times man lives and dies / Between his two eternities:" says Yeats, but for the physician, the cycle becomes infinitely more complicated: for if, as Donne declares, "every man's death diminishes me" then, as Sam Guglani points out, with elegance, compassion, sadness and, occasionally, justifiable anger, the cost of taking, recording, interpreting and bearing witness to so many 'histories' - of life, of diminishment, of death - should compel, not only the medical profession, but also the world at large, to ask the most basic questions about the rift between the duty of care and the accepted norms of medical practice. * John Burnside *Guglani's compassion for the souls and bodies inhabiting his hospital makes this book much bigger than it appears. But Histories is not just heart - Guglani is the real deal. Some will describe him as a doctor-turned-writer. On the evidence of this remarkable debut, I would say he's a writer who also happens to be a doctor. * Michel Faber *Economical, emotionally involving, insightful and rather beautiful . . . A luminous argument for truly seeing and listening to others and to ourselves; it is a serious tilt at working out what matters, honed in places where people are tested by such questions every day. -- Aide Edemariam * Guardian *Guglani's novel is profound. His writing is poetic, his observations about the current state of medicine searing. But most importantly, this book is humane * Gabriel Weston, surgeon and author of Direct Red *This kaleidoscopic novella shows rare skill in its structure and balance. There are no heroes in Sam Guglani's hospital, only human beings from porters to consultants negotiating their own power and fear and morality * Sarah Moss, author of The Tidal Zone *Histories is clear-eyed, unflinching, and tender, written in hypnotic, flowing prose designed to break your heart, mend it, then break it all over again. A huge accomplishment by Guglani, whose timely, hopeful debut feels like it's always been here. A deep-rooted, sky-reaching oak of a book. * Rory Gleeson, author of Rockadoon Shore *This book lingered with me, I couldn't shake it. Quiet, breathless, beautiful, important. Read it, tell everyone else to read it, read it again. * Daisy Johnson, author of Fen *It's the first book I've read that seems to capture the real feel of a hospital, with all its human chaos among both patients and doctors, the sense of ideals lost and painfully recovered, the search for meaning in illness and a constant striving to be brave. Only a practising doctor could have written so boldly and authentically. * Ann Wroe, author of Six Facets of Light *Told with such subtlety that the reader is often ambushed by realisation as to the stories being told. Sam Guglani combines the insights and empathy of a doctor, a poetic vision, and an extraordinary capacity to ventriloquise the consciousness of others. An important voice has arrived, telling new and sometimes difficult truths about love and conflict, caring and not caring, sickness and health. * Raymond Tallis, author of The Mystery of Being Human *This is a slender book but it has colossal emotional weight. It does nothing less than reveal the complex human ecology of an NHS hospital. And it does it with devastating and searching compassion. * Richard Holloway, author of A Memoir of Faith and Doubt *With gentle acuity, Histories traces the connections that make up the life of a hospital, revealing it not as organisation but organism, with a shifting borderline between the sick and the well, those helping and those needing help. Sam Guglani has a poet's ability to halt you with a phrase, and a sharp eye for those moments when professional distance can't save us from our raw and tender shared humanity. * Philip Gross, T. S. Eliot Prize Winning author of The Water Table *Sam Guglani anatomises the inner workings of a teaching hospital with surgical precision and literary brio. This deeply humane depiction of life in the consulting rooms and on the wards marks an auspicious debut. * Michael Arditti, author of Easter *For and in the prose, and for and in the people, care is the thing here. There's a tenuity to Sam's writing that makes us face that, and it's the book's strength. * Cynan Jones *Histories is a gloriously written, spare and truthful work that is as generous as it is tough. For those of us with too much experience of being patients it offers great comfort - yes, our medical teams are exactly as human as we have long suspected. Guglani's book suggests they know this of us too. This is where connection begins. * Stella Duffy, author of London Lies Beneath *This original, thoughtful and insightful novel by oncologist Sam Guglani gives us a first-hand account of life at the heart of the NHS -- Sharmaine Lovegrove * Elle *Histories offers a rare and poetic insight into the medical world from an unusual doctor/writer talent * Salley Vickers *Histories focuses on the humanity, or sometimes the awful lack of it, at the heart of a hospital . . . his characters feel authentic and multifaceted as they chart the chaos. Their narratives offer stunning descriptions of the human condition and our fear in the face of mortality . . . Vibrant and captivating -- Sarah Gilmartin * Irish Times *It's the wisest book I've read in a long time and the writing is so beautiful - there were many times I had to stop reading, just to catch my breath. Reading Histories was not only a total joy, but a complete privilege. * Joanna Cannon, author of The Trouble with Goats and Sheep *There is something meditative about Guglani's spare, poetic prose. And unsettling too. It stays with you long after the book is finished . . . It's the poeticism of his prose that renders this novel so poignant and evocative . . . As moving as it is illuminating -- Clare Black * Scotsman *Scalpel-sharp . . . A highly compulsive panorama of hospital life as a cauldron of guilt and suppressed desire -- Anthony Cummins * Metro *He focuses on the humanity of his characters, portrayed without judgment or criticism, which leaves the reader sympathising with even the most pompous individuals. Told in sparse, poetic prose, Histories is thought-provoking, unsettling and deeply affecting. -- Hannah Beckerman * Observer *

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Book SynopsisBurnout is common among doctors in the West, so one might assume that a medical career in Malawi, one of the poorest countries in the world, would place far greater strain on the idealism that drives many doctors. This book reveals the way these young doctors engage the contradictions of their circumstances.Trade Review"Drawing on an impressive amount of original, empirical research and written in an engaging style, A Heart for the Work is an extremely interesting look at medical training in Malawi. Wendland argues that trainee doctors, facing an enormous gap between the ideals of their training and the conditions of medical practice, forge their own set of practical ethics and their own professional culture." - Megan Vaughan, University of Cambridge"

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Book SynopsisBurnout is common among doctors in the West, so one might assume that a medical career in Malawi, one of the poorest countries in the world, would place far greater strain on the idealism that drives many doctors. This book reveals the way these young doctors engage the contradictions of their circumstances.Trade Review"Drawing on an impressive amount of original, empirical research and written in an engaging style, A Heart for the Work is an extremely interesting look at medical training in Malawi. Wendland argues that trainee doctors, facing an enormous gap between the ideals of their training and the conditions of medical practice, forge their own set of practical ethics and their own professional culture." - Megan Vaughan, University of Cambridge"

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Book SynopsisNew technologies are transforming healthcare work, changing how patients interact with healthcare providers. This book is a call for healthcare providers, educators, and organisations to lead with compassion through times of rapid technological change.Trade Review"More than two dozen authors have contributed to Without Compassion, There Is No Healthcare. They explore and champion the importance of compassion from many angles, including artificial intelligence, virtual care, patient engagement, equity, relationships, burnout, leadership, education, and systemic compassion. Our biggest challenge is to decode the foundational elements of health care that will remain true, now and after the pandemic, even if AI takes over specific tasks of delivering that work. This book is a must read." Canadian Journal of Physician Leadership“… the contributors to Without Compassion, There Is No Healthcare make an expansive case that one commitment guiding the design and use of technology in health care must be compassion. Much work remains to contextualize the various meanings of and possibilities for the affectively rich topic of compassion. For those invested in this project and interested in the human dimensions of technology and health, [this book] provides a strong call for deepening these engagements.” H-Sci-Med-Tech

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Book SynopsisDr Phil Gold recounts a bygone era of the life of Jewish immigrants to Montreal on the Main, his marriage to the love of his life, studying with Sir Arnold Burgen, and the discovery of CEA, carcinoembryonic antigen. By turns heartrending, funny, and wise, Gold’s Rounds will be cherished by medical professionals and general readers.Trade Review“If, as a student, you were adventurous enough to wander outside the confines of the McGill Ghetto, you likely ended up in the Plateau, dominated by St-Laurent Boulevard, aka The Main. For those who may be curious as to what life in the now trendy Montreal neighbourhood was like before your university days, Gold’s Rounds, a memoir by Dr. Phil Gold, offers a peek back in time.” The McGill News

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Book SynopsisDoctors’ Orders offers a groundbreaking examination of the construction and consequences of status distinctions between physicians. Tania M. Jenkins spent years observing and interviewing American, international, and osteopathic medical residents in two hospitals to reveal the unspoken mechanisms that lead to hierarchies among supposed equals.Trade ReviewDoctors' Orders adds essential insights to our understanding of both status and elites. This empirically rich comparative study shows how the medical profession conceptualizes itself as rewarding talent, all the while structurally organizing itself to reproduce inequalities. These are important insights for understanding the medical profession, and they extend well beyond, to a general understanding of how stratification works in America. -- Shamus Khan, coauthor of Sexual Citizens: A Landmark Study of Sex, Power, and Assault on Campus and Privilege: The Making of an Adolescent Elite at St. Paul's SchoolAn important reminder that inequality exists everywhere, even within the medical profession. A major contribution to our understanding status hierarchies within medicine and their impact on patient care. -- Charles L. Bosk, author of Forgive and Remember: Managing Medical FailureDoctors' Orders is an insightful examination of the forces that drive status inequality in medicine. I recommend it for anyone interested in how the U.S. medical residency system really works. -- Sandeep Jauhar, author of Intern: A Doctor’s InitiationDoctors' Orders reveals stark divides in the experiences of medical school students and graduates in the United States based on degree type and nationality. Jenkins' fascinating ethnographic study shows how concerns about status at the individual and institutional levels pervade the selection and training of doctors and reproduce inequalities within the medical profession. The findings, however, transcend medicine, illuminating how taken-for-granted assumptions about the link between educational prestige and individual merit shape career outcomes among US professionals. The book is a must-read for scholars interested in medical sociology and the sociology of professions as well as practitioners. -- Lauren A. Rivera, author of Pedigree: How Elite Students Get Elite JobsDoctors’ Orders sheds light on an area of medical sociology that is important but not terribly well understood. Jenkins's book is well written, insightful, and compelling. Its contribution will endure. -- Jason Schnittker, author of The Diagnostic System: Why the Classification of Psychiatric Disorders Is Necessary, Difficult, and Never SettledWith verve and an ethnographic sensibility, Jenkins explores how the medical profession informally sorts its members into elites and an underclass. Rather than merit, structural and institutional factors determine sharply diverging career paths. In this gripping but disturbing book, medical socialization meets social inequities along class, race, and nativist lines. An absolute must read. -- Stefan Timmermans, author of Postmortem: How Medical Examiners Explain Suspicious DeathsA clearly written, accessible, and powerful book based on rigorous research...that should change the way sociologists view the medical profession, professional training, and the reproduction of social inequalities within professions in the United States. * Social Forces *Such penetrating analysis makes Doctors’ Orders an instant classic and forcefully announces Jenkins’s place at the vanguard of a new generation of scholars who apply sociological insights to the study of medical education. * American Journal of Sociology *A must-read for those interested in medical education, the social organization of hospitals, and the reproduction of status hierarchies in the professions. * Symbolic Interaction *Table of ContentsPrefaceAcknowledgmentsList of Terms and AcronymsIntroduction1. Meet the Residents2. The Match List3. A Day on the Wards4. Grooming5. Graduation6. The Navy SEALs and the National GuardConclusions and ImplicationsAppendix: On Being a “Second-Year Intern”NotesWorks CitedIndex

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Book SynopsisPeter Wortsman offers a selection of profiles of Columbia-educated doctors who have made a fundamental difference in the lives of others. The physicians profiled in this book represent the complete spectrum of MDs.Trade ReviewIn these profiles of some of America’s most notable, influential, and fascinating MDs, Peter Wortsman merges social history, theory of the professions, and an intimate local cultural anthropology of Columbia University’s medical center. Our Columbian history provides a microcosm of the history of medicine writ large, showing the obligatory interweaving of clinical practice and basic science breakthroughs. The Caring Heirs of Doctor Samuel Bard will be an inestimable resource for all interested in medicine and its interface with society, as well as a source of inspiration to medical students and applicants to medical school. -- Rita Charon, MD, PhD, Professor and Chair of Medical Humanities and Ethics and Executive Director of Columbia Narrative MedicineTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsTaking Doctors’ Histories, a Preface1. A New Dean Digs in at Boston University School of Medicine, by Karen Antman ʼ742. A Champion of Health Equality at the Helm of the NYC Department of Health, by Mary T. Bassett ʼ793. New Jersey’s Health Care Crusader, by Stanley S. Bergen, Jr. ʼ554. A Nobel Laureate’s Lifelong Commitment to Curiosity, by Baruch Blumberg ʼ515. Babies’ Best Friend, by T. Berry Brazelton ʼ43D6. Musings of a University President Emeritus, by Keith Brodie ʼ657. Promoting Respect for “Our Future Selves,” by Robert N. Butler ʼ538. A Neurosurgeon at the Helm of the AMA, by Peter Carmel MSD ʼ709. A Vitreoretinal Visionary, by Stanley Chang ʼ7410. Protecting Imperiled Populations, by Davida Coady ʼ6511. How Three P&S Alumni Bucked the Odds and Made It Big in Biotech, by Ron Cohen ʼ81, Paul Maddon MD ʼ88 MD PhD, and George Yancopoulos MD ʼ86, PhD ʼ8712. An American Odyssey, by Robert Coles ʼ5413. Medicine by the Book, by Robin B. Cook ʼ6614. A Shared Life in Medicine, Canadian Style, by Richard ʼ55 and Sylvia Cruess ʼ5515. Surgeon-Scientist Takes Knowledge to the Cutting Edge, by Patricia Donahoe ʼ6416. Tuning-up the Engine of Public Health in the Motor City, by Abdul El-Sayed ʼ1417. The Un-Retiring Dean of American Rheumatologists, by Ephraim P. Engleman ʼ3718. From Student to Surgeon to University Trustee—a Columbia Journey, by Kenneth Forde ʼ5919. From Endocrinology to Admissions, a Life in Medicine, by Andrew G. Frantz ʼ5520. Practicing the “Art of the Possible,” by The Outgoing Director of the CDC Reflects on His Time at the Helm, by Thomas R. Frieden MD/MPH ʼ8621. Medicine by Bench, Bedside, and Book, by Jerome Groopman ʼ7622. A Pioneer in Adolescent Medicine Committed to Health and Well-being for All, by Karen Hein ʼ7023. At Home in High Places, by Charles S. Houston ʼ3924. An All-Star on the Team Against TB, by Michael Iseman ʼ6525. Championing Intellectual Rigor and Risk at the American University of Beirut, by Fadlo R. Khuri ʼ8926. Making Health Care Happen, a Committed Primary Care Practitioner in the Deep South, by Karen Kinsell ʼ9327. Urologist, Historian, Collector, Sleuth, by John K. Lattimer ʼ3828. Yes, There Is Balm in Gilead, by Margaret Morgan Lawrence ʼ4029. A Doctor in the House—the White House, That Is, by Burton J. Lee, III ʼ5630. Receptive to Receptors, by Robert J. Lefkowitz ʼ6631. Adventures in Virology, by Jay Levy ʼ6532. A Digital Pioneer at the National Library of Medicine, by Donald A.B. Lindberg ʼ5833. Out of Anguish into Africa, by Martha M. MacGuffie ʼ4934. Battling Invisibility—a Primary Care Clinician and Spokesperson for the Care of Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals, and Transgender People, by Harvey J. Makadon ʼ7735. At the Cancer Command, by Paul Marks ʼ4936. A Pivotal Player at P&S and Presbyterian Hospital Throws in the White Coat37. A Surgeon in Space, by F. Story Musgrave ʼ6438. A Military Neurologist on the Front Against Chemical Attack, by Col. Jonathan Newmark, MC, USAR ʼ7839. It Takes Heart, by Suzanne Oparil ʼ6540. An Educator Not Afraid to Stick His Neck Out, by Calvin H. Plimpton MSD ʼ51 41. Notes of a Pioneering Neurosurgeon, by J. Lawrence Pool MD ʼ32, MSD ʼ4042. First Woman of Medicine, by Helen Ranney ʼ4743. Medicine by Blue Pencil, by Arnold Relman ʼ4644. A Doctor to the World, by Allan Rosenfield ʼ5945. Kidneys are Color-blind, by Velma Scantlebury ʼ8146. The Hands-On Surgeon-in-Chief of the Hospital for Special Surgery, by Thomas P. Sculco ʼ6947. The Assistant Secretary for Health is a Doctor First and Foremost, by Eve Slater ʼ7148. Rebel Doctor with a Cause, by Benjamin Spock ʼ2949. A Veteran NIH Investigator Takes on Complementary and Alternative Medicine, by Stephen E. Straus ʼ7250. A Pioneering African American Perinatologist Looks Back with Pride, by Yvonne Thornton MD ʼ73, MPH ʼ9651. Merck’s MD at the Top, by P. Roy Vagelos ʼ5452. Nobel Laureate at the NIH, by Harold Varmus ʼ6653. for Women’s Health, by Lila Wallis ʼ5154. A Matter of Heart, by Clyde Y. C. Wu ʼ5655. The Scientific Wunderkind of Biotech Makes Proteins Do the Right Thing, by George D. Yancopoulos PhD ʼ86, MD’87Author’s BioPhoto Credits

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Book SynopsisAll you need to know about becoming a doctor in the UK This book contains all the help you need to become a doctor. From applying to medical school through to choosing your specialty, you can find out: How to choose a medical school How to get into medical school How to survive as a medical student All about electives What life is like as a doctor As well as easy to follow information on choosing, getting into - and surviving - medical school, junior doctors in different specialties provide unique insight with firsthand accounts of what the job is like in real life, to help you plan and decide your future career path. Included in this fully updated third edition is the latest information on admission tests, an admission table with practical details about each medical school (as well as greater coverage of graduate medical schools), making this now even more comprehensive for everyone planning a career in mTable of Contents1 A Challenging Career. 2 The Application Procedure. 3 Admission Tests. 4 The Year Out. 5 Choosing a Medical School. 6 Applying to Oxbridge. 7 The Interview Process. 8 Over 21s. 9 Life at Medical School. 10 The Medical Course – Early Years. 11 The Medical Course – Later Years. 12 The Intercalated Degree. 13 The Elective. 14 Finances. 15 House Dog to Top Dog. 16 Working Patterns and Wages. 17 Life as a Doctor. 18 Career Options. 19 Training as a General Practitioner. 20 Training in the Medical Field (becoming a Physician). 21 Training in the Surgical Field. 22 Working Abroad.

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Book SynopsisEase the pressure of the GP Vocational Training Scheme Stage 2 exams, and ensure your progress to Stage 3, with this complete preparation guide Featuring all question types from the exam, including SBAs, EMQs and Professional Dilemmas, and covering a range of medical and surgical specialties, this invaluable guide not only tests appropriate application of clinical knowledge, but encourages doctors to think logically and ethically - vital in recognising appropriate behaviour in professional dilemmas. The opening section provides handy advice on how to prepare for the exam and explains what the question setters are looking for - the key to success in Stage 2. Based on the contributors' own experience of typical problems and dilemmas, and including thorough explanations for each answer, this book is not just an exam crammer, but a valuable learning tool.Table of ContentsContributors, vii The Complete GPVTS Stage 2 Preparation Guide, viii How to Use This Book, xi Exam Technique, xiii Part 1 Clinical Problem Solving Questions: SBAs and EMQs, 1 1 Cardiology, 3 Questions, 3 Answers, 9 2 Dermatology, 14 Questions, 14 Answers, 19 3 Ear, Nose and Throat, 23 Questions, 23 Answers, 29 4 Endocrinology and Metabolic Disease, 34 Questions, 34 Answers, 40 5 Gastroenterology and Nutrition, 45 Questions, 45 Answers, 52 6 Genetics, 59 Questions, 59 Answers, 65 7 Haematology, 70 Questions, 70 Answers, 75 8 Immunology, 79 Questions, 79 Answers, 85 9 Infectious Diseases, 89 Questions, 89 Answers, 94 10 Musculoskeletal Disorders, 99 Questions, 99 Answers, 106 11 Neurology, 112 Questions, 112 Answers, 118 12 Ophthalmology, 122 Questions, 122 Answers, 127 13 Paediatrics, 132 Questions, 132 Answers, 138 14 Psychiatry, 142 Questions, 142 Answers, 148 15 Renal Medicine, 152 Questions, 152 Answers, 159 16 Reproductive Health, 164 Questions, 164 Answers, 169 17 Respiratory Medicine, 173 Questions, 173 Answers, 181 18 Urology, 187 Questions, 187 Answers, 194 Part 2 Professional Dilemmas, 199 19 Ranking Questions, 201 Answers, 209 20 Multiple Best Answer Questions, 217 Answers, 222 Index, 225

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Book SynopsisThere is a growing trend in private practice to diversify, develop new areas of specialization, and expand the scope of work or income.Table of ContentsPreface xi Acknowledgments xiii About the Editor xv About the Contributors xix Section I Setting Up, Managing, and Marketing Your Practice 1. Differences in Business Structures and Protections in Human Service Private Practice: Which Suits Your Practice Best? 3Jonathan D. Nye 2. Making Ends Meet: Financial Management in Private Practice 13David W. Ballard 3. Managed Care Contracting: Strategies for Negotiating and Maintaining Relationships 33Bridget Morehouse 4. Ethical and Legal Aspects of Private Practice 52Scott Hammer and Kenneth H. Kessler 5. How Writing a Column for Your Local Newspaper Can Enhance Your Private Practice 69Linda Sapadin 6. How Self-Publishing Can Enhance Your Private Practice 83Linda Sapadin and John E. Mayer 7. Working With the Media 95Pauline Wallin 8. The Power of Community Networking 107Melhim W. Restum and Joe Bavonese 9. The Benefits of Joining Professional Organizations 150Lisa R. Grossman 10. From Vision to Mission: Building a Practice That Is Personally Satisfying and Professionally Successful 164Heather M. Hale Section II Building, Marketing, and Practicing In the Digital Age 11. Web Sites and Internet Marketing 179Joe Bavonese 12. Building Your Online Presence as an Expert 196Pauline Wallin 13. Ethics and Social Networking Sites 214Laura A. Taylor 14. The Google Factor: Ethical Considerations for Therapists Practicing in the Digital Age 230Ofer Zur 15. Technological Tools for Therapists: A List of Helpful Software and Web Sites 239William E. Benet and Chris E. Stout Section III The Dream Niche Practice: Successful Stories of Specialization 16. Starting and Growing Concierge Psychotherapy and Psychiatric Practices 253William R. Lynch 17. Developing a Practice Outside of Managed Care 266Steven Walfish 18. Using Feedback-Informed Treatment (FIT) to Build a Premium-Service, Private-Pay Practice 279Jason A. Seidel 19. The One-Stop Shop: Collaboration Beyond Psychology 292Brian K. Sullivan 20. Psychologists in Dispute Resolution: Being Part of a Revolution! 304Amy L. Robinson 21. Why Wait?: Building a Stellar Practice in Weight Management 317Brad Saks 22. Becoming an Educational Consultant 335Heather M. Hale 23. Building a Successful Education Business 348Jack Krasuski 24. Blending Treatment Innovation and Economic Success for Working With Troubled Emerging Adults: The Yellowbrick Model 364Jesse Viner, Laura Viner, and Chris E. Stout 25. Transitioning to Executive Coaching 376Jeffrey E. Auerbach 26. A Psychologist’s Career in Sports Administration 394John E. Mayer 27. Working in Sport Psychology 412Kate F. Hays Section IV Final Thoughts 28. “You’re Fired! Hooray!” Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Fall Back in Love With Working in Psychology 429Michael Aisenberg 29. Why All the Enlightenment, Empowerment, and Edification Embedded in This Book May Mean Nothing to You 441Linda Sapadin Index 445

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Book SynopsisProfessionalism is a complex and highly disputed idea of crucial importance in a range of fields, not least health and social care. It can inspire people by reminding them of workplace ideals and the value of occupational expertise.Trade Review"This short book focuses largely on the application of professionalism to social work, but much of it equally applicable to nursing... [Cribb and Gewirtz] cover in-depth the theoretical dimensions of the topic - with an extensive bibliography of classic and recent publications - and provide examples drawn from practice, including health visiting and paediatric oncology nursing, to illustrate their arguments."Nursing Standard"Don’t let the fact this is a good read mislead you into thinking this book is lightweight. It isn’t. It deals with important arguments that concern us all - about the place of the professions in modern society and whether we can trust the professionalism of individuals when we need them. Accessible and beautifully written the best book on the topic since the ‘70s." Jocelyn Cornwell, founder and Chief Executive of The Point of Care Foundation "At a time when the public has grown skeptical of the practice and wisdom of professionals - from education, to law, to medicine - Alan Cribb and Sharon Gewirtz offer much-need perspicacity on professionalism in health and social care. They take up and deconstruct critical and complex topics with stunning clarity of thought and superbly accessible writing. This is a must read for all those who call themselves professionals and want to understand the nuanced challenges professionals face, not only in forming their own social identities but also in executing their work in competent, ethical, and humane ways that serve the public good." John P. Allegrante, Columbia UniversityTable of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements Chapter 1 Heroes and anti-heroes Chapter 2 Varieties of professionalism Chapter 3 Impossible dreams Chapter 4 Licensed to care Chapter 5 Integrity at work Chapter 6 Supporting professionalism Chapter 7 Professional identities Notes

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Book SynopsisThroughout history, physicians have played a vital role in medical discovery. These physician-scientists devote the majority of their professional effort to seeking new knowledge about health and disease through research and represent the entire continuum of biomedical investigation. They bring a unique perspective to their work and often base their scientific questions on the experience of caring for patients. Physician-scientists also effectively communicate between researchers in the pure sciences and practicing health care providers. Yet there has been growing concern in recent decades that, due to complex changes, physician-scientists are vanishing from the scene.In this book, leading physician-scientists and academic physicians examine the problem from a variety of perspectives: historical, demographic, scientific, cultural, sociological, and economic. They make valuable recommendations thatif heededshould preserve and revitalize the community of physician-scientists asTrade Review"In The Vanishing Physician-Scientist?, Dr. Andrew I. Schafer makes the case that truly effective translational research can go from bench to bedside and back again in dynamic fashion; he describes a view of the future in which physician-scientists will be members of research teams. This book does an excellent job of placing physician-scientists in historical context and highlighting the fact that the problem of the endangered physician-scientist is not a new one. The Vanishing Physician-Scientist? outlines a long-term problem that is likely to get worse, and, most important, provides a number of possible solutions.Given the current constraints—on NIH-funded research and an understandable retrenchment for funding by industry and foundations—its descriptions of strategies that have been successful in the past and are likely to be successful in the future are more valuable than ever."—Glenn Bubley, MD, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital and Harvard Medical School

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Book SynopsisLantos uses these literary examples to further illustrate the ambiguities, misunderstandings, responsibilities, and evasions that plague our decisions regarding life and death, medical care and medical education, and ultimately the cost and value of preserving the lives of the most vulnerable among us.Trade ReviewThis book is a good read for anyone working in modern health care and involved or interested in any way with the difficult and frustratingly ambiguous decisions that must be made daily while caring for the critically ill. -- Jonathan M. Whitfield, M.D. Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings This outstanding book is one of the most important on medical ethics in the past ten years... It is authored by a physician who views issues of the day firsthand in a thoughtful, realistic, and consistent style. The result is elegant and highly readable. Lantos examines ethical problems of neonatal intensive care through his depositional testimony regarding a child who unaccountably survived after treatment was stopped; the result was severe neurological deficit. This device allows Lantos to make cogent but never doctrinaire comments on our judicial system and the progress of technology at the expense of humanity... A must read for physicians, health authorities, and all who in desiring justice imbued with moral acceptance recognize that medical certitude is beyond our powers. Choice Lantos presents an eye-opening and thought-provoking discussion in a unique style... Lantos is honest and voices some of the questions that many, if not all, physicians and medical ethicists have probably thought about... A must-read for all physicians, [and] especially important for those interested in pediatrics, neonatology, geriatrics, or any aspect of medicine that involves life-vs.-death decisions. New Physician The Lazarus Case is recommended for anyone who is involved in patient care and clinical decision making, and will be an effective resource for teaching bioethics to undergraduate, nursing, and medical students. National Catholic Bioethics Quarterly 2005 The very readable text offers a compelling perspective, both personal and professional, on a tragic situation that illuminates how difficult it is to determine whether any treatment decision is right or wrong, despite the law's best efforts to render such verdicts. -- Felicia G. Cohn Religious Studies Review 2003 Compelling. Lantos's narrative style makes for pleasurable reading; once you start a given chapter it is difficult to put his book down. He is at his best when sharing his personal experiences in the clinical realm and insights from relevant nonmedical literature. I am confident it will generate important discussions within our group that will benefit each of us and the infants and families we care for. Journal of the American Medical Association Lantos has taken an important practical problem and applied our understanding of moral and ethical theory to the issue of the appropriateness of care. An important message here is that in the context of this particular case, there are no right or wrong answers to questions posed. New England Journal of Medicine A literate, thoughtful, and provocative work... An excellent way for experts and novices in bioethics, health professionals, and the lay public to be exposed to the complexities of ethical dilemmas in medicine. Medical Humanities Review Many books have been written about the ethical dilemmas surrounding premature births, but this title, written in a style that should appeal to general readers, stands out as a solid introduction to these issues. Recommended for public and academic libraries. Library JournalTable of ContentsContents: The Lazarus Case: Life and Death Issues in Neonatal Intensive Care Chapter 1 Somebody Will Pay Chapter 2 Passing Out In The NICU Chapter 3 Learning about Death and Dying Chapter 4 Standards of Care Chapter 5 Prognostication and Futility Chapter 6 Consent, Communication, Shared Decision Making Chapter 7 Getting Paid Chapter 8 Home Births Chapter 9 Mistakes in Context Chapter 10 Closing Argument

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Book SynopsisFrom athletic trainer to speech pathologist and every healthcare profession in between, this book explores their histories, employment opportunities, licensure requirements, earnings potential, and career paths. Professional healthcare providers share their personal stories; introduce you to their work; and describe what a typical day is like.Table of Contents I. The State of the Healthcare Environment 1. Is a Career in Health Professions Right for you? (Patricia Royal, EdD) 2. The Healthcare Environment (Patricia Royal, EdD) 3. Types of Health-Care Facilities (Patricia Royal, EdD) 4. Paying for Services (Patricia Royal, EdD) II. The Divisions of Healthcare 5. Introduction to the Primary Health Care Professions (Patricia Royal, EdD) 6. History of Allied Health Professions (Patricia Royal, EdD) 7. Interprofessional Approach for Patient Care (Patricia Royal, EdD) III. Primary Care Professions 8. Medicine (Thomas G. Irons, MD) 9. Nursing (Annette Greer, PhD, MSN) 10. Pharmacy (Doyle Cummings, Pharm.D, FCP, FCCP) IV. Allied Health Professions 11. Athletic Training (Katie Walsh Flannigan, EdD) 12. Audiology (Ayaskanta Rout, PhD) 13. Clinical Laboratory Science (Joan Glacken, EdD, Julie Zemplinski, MSH, & Tony Burkett, MS) 14. Dental Professions (Kelley Lybrand, DDS) 15. Dietetics (Michelle Hesse (Battista), PhD, RD; Tonya Orchard, PhD, RDN, LD; & Julie Kennel, PhD, RDN, LD) 16. Emergency Medical Services (Keith Monosky, PhD) 17. Health Information Management (Patricia Royal, EdD) 18. Health Services Management (Patricia Royal, EdD) 19. Medical Assisting (Laura Melendez, BS & Patricia Royal, EdD) 20. Occupational Therapy (Gregory Wintz, PhD, OTR/L) 21. Physical Therapy (Deanna Dye, PT, PhD) 22. Physician Assisting (Amanda Moloney-Johns, MPAS, PA-C) 23. Radiography (Amy Freshley-Lebkuecher, MS & Rex Ameigh, MSLM) 24. Radiation Therapy (Jennifer L. Harper, MD) 25. Recreational Therapy (Mary Ann Keogh Hoss, PhD & Missy Armstrong, MS) 26. Rehabilitation Counseling (Linda Holloway, PhD, CRC) 27. Respiratory Care/Cardiopulmonary (Jennifer Keely, MEd, RRT-AACS & Kathryn Rollins, Med, RRT-NPS) 28. Social Work (Patricia Royal, EdD, MSW) 29. Speech/Language Pathology (Elaine Shuey, PhD) V. The Professional Work Environment 30. Professionalism and Ethics in Health Care (Patricia Royal, EdD) 31. Professionals Working Together (Patricia Royal, EdD) Appendix: Other Health-Related Professions

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Book SynopsisWritten for both historians and general readers, this book stands as a dramatic, character-driven account of physicians’ courage and resilience in the face of evil. It serves as a window into life under a fascist regime and the travails of doctors who negotiated the terrifying moral labyrinth that was the German occupation of France.

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Book SynopsisWith computerized health information receiving unprecedented government support, a group of health policy scholars analyze the intricate legal, social, and professional implications of the new technology. These essays explore how Health Information Technology (HIT) may alter relationships between physicians and patients, physicians and other providers, and physicians and their home institutions. Patient use of web-based information may undermine the traditional information monopoly that physicians have long enjoyed. New IT systems may increase physicians'' legal liability and heighten expectations about transparency. Case studies on kidney transplants and maternity practices reveal the unanticipated effects, positive and negative, of patient uses of the new technology. An independent HIT profession may emerge, bringing another organized interest into the medical arena. Taken together, these investigations cast new light on the challenges and opportunities presented by HIT.Trade Review"Rothman and Blumenthal's compelling book, Medical Professionalism in the New Information Age, fills a current gap in the literature on the possible implications of information technology for practicing physicians, health care organizations, and the profession more generally, thereby advancing both policy analysis and clinical practice." -- Melissa Goldstein * George Washington University Medical Center *"The value of this collection is that it raises some intriguing issues which will be of interest to social scientists who study health and the internet, law and the professions, patient-doctor relations, communication, health policy and inequalities." * Sociology of Health and Illness *"This book provides an effective review regarding the development of the current issues in quality regulation, use of 'big data,' and report cards for those involved in or pursuing further training in public health." * Family Medicine *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Abbreviations Introduction by David J. Rothman and David Blumenthal Chapter 1. Expecting the Unexpected: Health Information Technology and Medical Professionalism by David Blumenthal Chapter 2. Quality Regulation in the Information Age: Challenges for Medical Professionalism by Kristin Madison and Mark Hall Chapter 3. The "Information Rx" by Nancy Tomes Chapter 4. When New is Old: Professional Medical Liability in the Information Age by Sara Rosenbaum and Michael W. Painter Chapter 5. Patient Data: Professionalism, Property, and Policy by Marc A. Rodwin Chapter 6. Impact of Information Technology on Organ Donation: Private Values in a Public World by Sheila M. Rothman, Natassia M. Rozario, and David J. Rothman Chapter 7. Changing the Rules: The Impact of Information Technology on Contemporary Maternity Practice by Eugene Declercq Chapter 8. A Profession of IT's Own: The Rise of Health Information Professionals in American Health Care by Mark C. Suchman and Matthew Dimick Notes About the Contributors Index

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Book SynopsisHealthcare Simulation at a Glance presents an accessible overview of everything you need to know about simulation in clinical practice and healthcare education. From embedding simulation in programmes, to technical and non-technical features of simulation in a variety of contexts, to how simulation can be used in assessment and the provision of feedback to healthcare professionals, this practical guide is the perfect resource for developing the skills and knowledge required as both a student and an educator. Healthcare Simulation at a Glance: Introduces the concepts and theories underpinning simulation practiceProvides an understanding of the key terms and processes involvedIncludes a range of examples and tips for easy application in practice Healthcare Simulation at a Glanceis ideal for both those new to using simulation in education, as well as experienced academics.Trade Review"This is a very readable book in a format that is reader friendly. The contributing authors are international practitioners from anaesthesia, emergency medicine, health care education and simulation practice. The book is intended for a wide readership to include all healthcare practitioners and technical and support staff.... It is a snap shot of complex topics surrounding simulated education and practice; readers will gain knowledge and understanding of key concepts, language and terms."—Journal of Perioperative PracticeTable of ContentsList of contributors vii Preface ix Acknowledgements x Part 1 Overview and broad concepts 1 1 Simulation 2 2 What is simulation education 4 3 Fidelity 6 4 Research in healthcare simulation 8 5 The evidence base for simulation education 10 Part 2 Simulation and education 13 6 Learning theories and simulation education: 1 14 7 Learning theories and simulation education: 2 16 8 Teaching with simulation 18 9 Embedding simulation in a programme 20 10 Developing scenarios 22 11 Lesson planning 24 Part 3 Simulation in practice 27 12 The simulation centre 28 13 Technical skills simulators 30 14 Manikins 32 15 Audio and video recording 34 16 Learning technologies and simulation 36 17 Distributed simulation 38 18 Engagement and simulation science 40 19 In situ and mobile simulation 42 20 Human factors 44 21 Non-technical skills 46 22 Team working 48 23 Crisis management 50 24 Simulated and standardised patients 52 Part 4 Assessment, feedback and remediation 55 25 Principles of assessment 56 26 Learner-centred assessment 58 27 Learning and assessing professionalism using simulation 60 28 The debrief 62 29 Recruitment and selection 64 30 Feedback 66 31 Ethics and simulation 68 32 Mentoring and supervision 70 33 Simulation and remediation 72 Part 5 Developing your practice 75 34 Developing your practice 76 References 78 Index 83

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Book SynopsisEffective Supervisory Relationships: Best Evidence and Practice is the first book to explore in detail the Supervisory Relationship, which research has consistently found to be the most critical component of any supervisory process. Helen Beinart and Sue Clohessy two experts in the field draw on world-wide studies that cover all major therapeutic approaches to the Supervisory Relationship, and include detailed coverage of cultural competence and issues of effective multicultural supervision. The result is a comprehensive resource that offers cutting-edge, internationally relevant information in order to inform study, training, continuing professional development and practice.Trade Review"This book is well written by experts in the field. It contains information about the supervision process that is critical in order for new practitioners to be fully trained and veteran clinicians to be more effective in their work" Doodys. Sept 2017Table of ContentsAbout the Authors vii Preface ix Acknowledgments xiii Part I Effective Supervisory Relationships: Best Evidence 1 1 Introduction 3 2 Overview of Models of Supervision and the Supervisory Relationship 13 3 Influences on the Supervisory Relationship 31 4 Outcomes and Measurement 43 5 Ethical and Culturally Sensitive Practice 57 Part II Effective Supervisory Relationships: Best Practice 71 6 Good Beginnings 73 7 Giving and Receiving Feedback 91 8 Preventing and Managing Difficulties in the Supervisory Relationship 109 9 Reflective Practice 123 10 The Supervisory Relationship in Other Supervision Formats 143 11 Summary and Conclusions 157 Endnote 167 Appendix 1 The Supervisory Relationship Questionnaire (SRQ) 171 Appendix 2 The Short Supervisory Relationship Questionnaire (S-SRQ) 177 Appendix 3 The Supervisory Relationship Measure (SRM) 179 References 185 Index 205

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Book SynopsisEffective Supervisory Relationships: Best Evidence and Practice is the first book to explore in detail the Supervisory Relationship, which research has consistently found to be the most critical component of any supervisory process. Helen Beinart and Sue Clohessy two experts in the field draw on world-wide studies that cover all major therapeutic approaches to the Supervisory Relationship, and include detailed coverage of cultural competence and issues of effective multicultural supervision. The result is a comprehensive resource that offers cutting-edge, internationally relevant information in order to inform study, training, continuing professional development and practice.Table of ContentsAbout the Authors vii Preface ix Acknowledgments xiii Part I Effective Supervisory Relationships: Best Evidence 1 1 Introduction 3 2 Overview of Models of Supervision and the Supervisory Relationship 13 3 Influences on the Supervisory Relationship 31 4 Outcomes and Measurement 43 5 Ethical and Culturally Sensitive Practice 57 Part II Effective Supervisory Relationships: Best Practice 71 6 Good Beginnings 73 7 Giving and Receiving Feedback 91 8 Preventing and Managing Difficulties in the Supervisory Relationship 109 9 Reflective Practice 123 10 The Supervisory Relationship in Other Supervision Formats 143 11 Summary and Conclusions 157 Endnote 167 Appendix 1 The Supervisory Relationship Questionnaire (SRQ) 171 Appendix 2 The Short Supervisory Relationship Questionnaire (S]SRQ) 177 Appendix 3 The Supervisory Relationship Measure (SRM) 179 References 185 Index 205

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Book SynopsisThe ability to reflect on practice is a fundamental component of effective medical practice. In a sector increasingly focused on professionalism and patient-centred care, Developing Reflective Practice is a timely publication providing practical guidance on how to acquire the reflective skills necessary to become a successful clinician. This new title draws from a wide range of theoretical and practical multidisciplinary perspectives to assist students, practitioners and educators in embedding reflection in everyday activities. It also offers structures and ideas for more purposeful and meaningful formal reflections and professional development. Developing Reflective Practice: Focuses on the developing practitioner and their lifelong learning and the development of professional identity through reflection Provides practical how-to information for students, practitioners and educators, including realistic case examples and practice-baTable of ContentsAcknowledgements xi About the Authors xiii Part I What is Reflection? 1 1 Perspectives on Reflection 3 Reflective Learning: Making a Difference – Andrew Grant 3 Start Early, Make it Routine – Judy McKimm 5 Some Challenges for Reflective Practice – Fiona Murphy 7 About the Book: Structure and Content Overview 8 2 What is Reflection and Why Do We Do It? 11 Why are Learners Required to Reflect? 11 The Place of Reflection in Professional Development 13 John Dewey’s Contribution 15 What can be Achieved by Reflection? 15 Getting the Most Out of Reflection 16 Summary 18 3 Theoretical Underpinnings of Reflection 19 Kolb 20 Freire 20 Applying and Integrating Learning Through Reflection 21 Knowledge – a Constantly-Changing Network 21 Deep and Surface Approaches to Learning 22 Reflection In Action, Reflection On Action – Donald Schon 23 The Uncertain World of Practice 24 Emotional Content of Learning 24 Summary 25 4 Frameworks for Reflection 27 Introduction 27 Frameworks for Reflection 28 Kolb: Learning from Experience 28 Borton’s Framework 29 Rolfe’s Framework for Reflexive Practice 30 Gibbs: Learning by Doing 31 Summary 35 Part II Learning Reflection 37 5 Reflecting in Practice 39 Capturing and Describing the Experience 39 ‘Less than a Minute’ Techniques 40 Voice Recordings 40 The Reflective Selfie 40 Emoticons 40 Word Whips 41 One to Five Minute Techniques 41 The ‘Three a Day’ Technique 41 The Credit Card Technique 41 Time Limited 42 Analysing the Experience 43 Description: What Happened? 43 Feelings: What Were You Thinking and Feeling? 44 Evaluation: What Was Good and Bad About the Experience? 45 Analysis: How Can I Make Sense of This Experience? 45 Conclusion 47 Action Plan 48 Summary 49 6 Writing Reflectively 51 What is Reflective Writing? 51 Different Types of Reflective Writing 51 Creative Writing 52 Analytical–Academic Reflective Writing 55 Journal Writing 55 Learning Outcomes 57 Dialogical Writing 57 Critical Incident Analysis 58 Reflective Essay 59 A Description of the Experience 60 Interpretation and Analysis 60 An Outcome 60 Portfolio Writing 61 Some Issues with Reflective Writing 61 Summary 62 7 Reflective Activities 63 Types of Reflective Learning Activity 63 Problem‐Based Learning 63 Case‐Based Learning 65 Supporting Reflective Learning 65 Supervision 65 Appraisal 66 Coaching and Mentoring 66 Coaching 68 Mentoring 70 Summary 70 8 Reflection, Critical Thinking and Action Research 71 Connecting Reflection and Knowledge Generation 71 Connecting Reflection, Knowledge and Research through Critical Thinking 72 1. Identifying and Challenging Assumptions 74 Our Autobiography 74 Our Patients’ and Clients’ Eyes 75 Our Colleagues’ Experiences 75 Theoretical Literature 75 2. Recognizing the Importance of Context 76 Constructing 76 Deconstructing 76 Confronting 76 Reconstructing 77 3. Exploring and Imagining Alternatives 77 4. Reflective Scepticism 78 Action Research: Connecting Reflection, Knowledge and Critical Thinking 78 Examples of Action Research 81 Summary 82 Part III Facilitating Reflection 83 9 Teaching and Supporting Reflection 85 Aims, Goals and Purpose 86 Supporting Learners to Get Started as Reflective Learners 87 Selecting the Right Method of Reflective Learning 88 Using Learning Technologies to Enable Reflection 93 Peer Learning 94 Reflection as Part of Developing Professional Identity 95 Evaluating Reflective Learning and Teaching 97 Summary 98 10 Assessing Reflection 99 What are You Looking For in Reflective Assessment? 100 Marking Reflective Work – a Cause of Potential Conflict 100 Effects of Making Reflective Learning Compulsory 101 Strategies to Discourage Students from Writing What They Think the Tutor Wants to Read or Will Gain Them Good Marks 102 Creating a Robust, Defensible Assessment for Your Students’ Reflective Work 104 Ensuring Robust, Valid, Reliable Assessment 105 Summary 107 Part IV Developing as a Reflective Practitioner 109 11 The Role of Reflection in Developing Professional Identity 111 How Does Reflective Practice Form Professional Identity? 112 How Can Reflection Be Challenging to Professional Identity? 113 Self Theories, PIF and Reflective Practice 114 How Can Guided Reflection Be Challenging Without Being Threatening? 116 Summary 117 12 Reflection, Revalidation and Appraisal 119 Adult Learning – Andragogy 119 1. The Need to Know 120 2. The Learners’ Self-Concept 120 3. The Role of the Learners’ Experiences 121 4. Readiness to Learn 121 5. Orientations to Learning 121 6. Motivation 121 Maximizing Learning Return on Effort 122 A Curriculum Based on Your Experience 123 Learning that is Intrinsically Rewarding 125 Keeping a Record for CPD, Appraisal and Revalidation 126 Demonstrating Learning and Development over Time 127 Summary 128 References and Resources 129 References 129 Further Resources 135 Index 137

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Book SynopsisInvaluable workbook to help GPs and practice staff meet the requirements of continuing professional development (cpd) General practitioners, like all other health professionals, need to keep up-to-date with the latest developments in medicine and education. They also need to respond to changing technology and changes in the delivery of care. The environment in which GPs work is extremely dynamic but this book helps to keep GPs up-to-date with these advancements and with their professional skills. The Chief Medical Officer in the UK has recommended that the key to professional development is a Practice Professional Development Plan (PPDP) which, in turn, helps set objectives for individual GPs, the Personal Development Plan. This workbook takes the mystery out of professional development by explaining how to use existing information to analyse strengths and weaknesses, priorities and needs, and to develop a plan that will improve working lifeTrade ReviewReviews of 1st Edition: "I personally think this is an excellent publication encouraging us to look at professional development, dispelling fears and effectively guiding the reader through the process...I would give it 9 out of 10." Glenn Richards, GP Trainers Course Book Reviews "I like this book because it offers a simple solution to a future problem. I like it because it does not involve Balint, Pendleton or Neighbour. It has no mention of consultation analysis, the hidden agenda, the patient's ideas, concerns or expectations. I commend this book to you all." Michael Wright, GP Trainers Course Book Reviews "I was struck by the relevance of this book at this time of rapid change in primary care. 'It looks as though someone's done all the donkey work for us,' said our practice manager." Henry Tegner, Doctor magazine in May 2002Table of ContentsPART 1: GETTING STARTED. How to use this workbook . The practice . The patient. The primary health care team . . PART 2: WHERE DO WE START. The practice professional development plan . Developing the primary health care team. Skill mix of the primary health care team. Appraisal. Audit and research. The practice professional development plan (PPDP). PART 3: PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN . Framework for personal development plans (PDP). Methods of identifying educational needs. Meeting educational and developmental needs . . Personal development plan. Appendix 1: Confidentiality declaration. Appendix 2: Websites. References and further reading. Index

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Book SynopsisThis book focuses on the causes, symptoms, and management of psychological problems experienced by doctors at all stages in their careers. It discusses the major factors causing stress and depression in doctors frankly and directly. The tone is upbeat, with useful advice on how to overcome the problems.Trade Review"I would recommend this book to the readership of the Journal, because it deals with important issues that face those in our profession in a reasonably comprehensive way." (Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences, 1 July 2011) "This book is a splendid receipe for survival, crammed with highly-detailed solutions in a practical, light-hearted presentation." (RoSPA Occupational Safety & Health Journal, 1 July 2011) "This self-help book small in size, certainly considering that it should be manageable for a busy doctor. The presentation is perceived to some extent influenced school book, with sandwiches lists of complaints or actions. . . but it points to both organizational and individual factors that are important to be aware of and that in many cases can be dealt with to get a better workday." (Journal of the Norwegian Medical Association, 18 November 2010)Table of ContentsIntroduction. Part 1: The job and you. 1 It's just a difficult job. 2 Why me? Part 2: Waving, not drowning. 3 You and your partner: for life? 4 Choosing a specialty. 5 Dealing with stress. 6 Down in the dumps. 7 Difficult people? 8 Feeling angry. 9 A little too much. 10 Demands, demands, demands! 11 Can you afford emotions? 12 To err is human. 13 Managing the stress and problems of others. Index.

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Book SynopsisSheku, Sherry M. WrenTrade ReviewFrom the development of guidelines for providing surgical care for Ebola-positive patients in the US to providing obstetric care to women in Sierra Leone, the presented details in this book offer a firsthand account of providers’ care during this outbreak. From these experiences, health care providers across the globe learned valuable lessons on how to treat and care for people in EVD stricken areas, including those testing positive for EVD. The writing style is personal and straightforward, presenting accounts of the devastation of the EVD outbreak. This book is a must-read for all persons with an interest in EVD and international health care during an emerging crisis. Recomended.—ChoiceTable of ContentsContributorsSeries Editor's ForewordForeword, by David B. Hoyt, MD, FACSPrefaceTimelinePart I: The View From the United StatesChapter 1.Filling the Void: Drafting Guidelines for Surgery and EbolaChapter 2. The United States' Domestic Response to Ebola: Experience of the Nebraska Biocontainment UnitPart II: The View From Sierra LeoneChapter 3. Closing the Médecins Sans Frontières Maternity Hospital in Sierra LeoneChapter 4. Treating Ebola and Non-Ebola Patients at Connaught Hospital in Freetown, Sierra LeoneChapter 5. Anesthesia and Ebola: A Loss of TouchChapter 6. How Ebola Affected a Clinical Officer Training Program in Sierra Leone and the Decline of Surgical CarePart III: Technical Considerations and a Way ForwardChapter 7. Maternity Care during the West African Ebola OutbreakChapter 8. Surgery during a Time of EbolaChapter 9. Operating in Personal Protective EquipmentChapter 10. A Surgeon as Outbreak Investigator: Ebola in LiberiaConclusionIndex

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Book SynopsisThis is not a fad diet book. This is the most comprehensive, scientifically based program to lose weight and keep it off, with practical details about diet and nutrition, movement and motivation, medications, supplements, surgery, and more. In Weight Loss for Life, two experts from the Johns Hopkins Healthful Eating, Activity & Weight Program provide you with all of the information you need on your weight loss journey. They bring together leading experts in behavioral health, nutrition, exercise, and nursing to help you develop a plan that works best for youand that's not focused on just restricting calories or certain foods. Anyone struggling with unwanted weight gain or obesity will find this program to be helpful, compassionate, and clear. A central feature of the program is a Personal Plan of Action to help you set up reachable goals, plan your meals, and make time for movement. All the recommendations are customizable based on your personal health and needs. You'll enjoy the intTable of ContentsForewordAcknowledgmentsThe Johns Hopkins Healthful Eating, Activity & Weight ProgramChapter 1. We're Glad You're HereChapter 2. Getting ReadyChapter 3. Beginning Your Self-AssessmentChapter 4. Unlocking the Eight Keys to Your SuccessChapter 5. Strategic Stress ManagementChapter 6. Designing Your Dietary PlanChapter 7. Food Shopping, Meal Planning, and Monitoring PrinciplesChapter 8. Designing Your Daily Movement and Weekly Exercise PlanChapter 9. Keeping It OffChapter 10: Medical Solutions: Beyond Mindset and Behavior ChangeResourcesPersonal Plan of Action TemplateFood and Activity LogMovement and Activity AssessmentThe Energy Balance Equation AssessmentSMART FrameworkWeight Loss JournalReferencesIndex

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsList of Figures and TablesList of ContributorsAcknowledgmentsIntroductionPart I. A Team ApproachChapter 1. Early Days with Molly E. Collins, MDChapter 2. Working with Patients' Families with Arden O'Donnell, MPH, MSW, LICSW, APHSW-CChapter 3. Spiritual Care in Palliative Care with Rev. Katie Pakos Rimer, MDiv, EdD, BCCChapter 4. Sexuality, Intimacy, and Cancer with Amanda Moment, MSW, LICSWChapter 5. Advancing Disease with Molly E. Collins, MDPart II. Pain Control, Symptom Management, and Psychological ConsiderationsChapter 6. Assessing the Patient in PainChapter 7. Pharmacologic Management of Cancer PainChapter 8. Nonpharmacologic Strategies in Palliative CareChapter 9. Psychological Considerations with Hermioni L. Amonoo, MD, MPPChapter 10. Managing Other Distressing ProblemsPart III. End of Life and BereavementChapter 11. Approaching the End: Concerns of Patients and Their Families at the End of LifeChapter 12. The Last DaysChapter 13. Bereavement with Bethany-Rose Daubman, MDIndex

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Book SynopsisThe most comprehensive guide available on hereditary cancers, from understanding risk, prevention, and genetic counseling and testing to treatment, quality of life, and more. Up to 10 percent of cancers are caused by inherited mutations in specific genes. Finding out that you or your loved ones may be at increased risk of developing cancer because of a genetic mutation raises a lot of questions: Is cancer inevitable? Is there anything I should do differently in my life? Will my children also be at higher risk of cancer? Should I have preemptive treatments or surgery? This comprehensive guide provides answers to these questions and more. Written by three passionate patient advocates, this book is a compilation of the trusted information and support provided for more than two decades by Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE), the de facto voice of the hereditary cancer community. Combining the latest scientific research with national guidelines, expert advice, and compelling patieTable of ContentsList of TablesForeword, by Matthew Boland Yurgelun, MDIntroductionPart I. Understanding Cancer and Inherited Risk1. The Link between Genetics and CancerThe Basics of GeneticsGene Wear and Tear and Repair How Cancers Develop and Grow Most Cancers Aren't Caused by Inherited Mutations2. What's Swimming in Your Gene Pool?Hidden Risk in the Family TreePlotting Your Genetic Pedigree3. Signs of Hereditary CancerThe Value of Genetic Counseling Making Decisions about Testing Insurance CoveragePrivacy and Protection4. What Your Test Results Tell YouPositive, Negative, Maybe Making Sense of StatisticsYou Have a Mutation; Now What?Part II. Inherited Gene Mutations and the Cancers They Cause5. Introducing BRCA1 and BRCA2Who Inherits a BRCA Mutation?Signs of a BRCA MutationLevels of Risk6. Lynch Syndrome: Five Genes, One Hereditary SyndromeSigns of Lynch Syndrome in FamiliesLevels of Risk7. Other Genes That Are Linked to Inherited Cancer RiskLess Known, Less Studied Genes8. Breast Cancer BasicsSigns and SymptomsWhat Affects Breast Cancer Risk?Types of Breast Cancer9. Gynecologic CancersOvarian, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal CancersEndometrial Cancers10. Gastrointestinal CancersColorectal CancerSmall Bowel CancerPancreatic CancerStomach CancerAnal Cancer11. Genitourinary CancersProstate CancerBladder, Ureter, and Renal Pelvis Cancers12. MelanomaMelanoma of the SkinOcular MelanomaPart III. Strategies for Risk Reduction and Early Detection13. Risk Management GuidelinesGuidelines for BRCA1 or BRCA2 Gene MutationsGuidelines for Lynch Syndrome Gene MutationsGuidelines for Mutations in Other Genes14. Early Detection Strategies for High-Risk PeopleThe Vocabulary of ScreeningSurveillance for Breast CancerSurveillance for Gynecologic CancersSurveillance for Gastrointestinal CancersSurveillance for Prostate and Other Genitourinary Cancers Surveillance for MelanomaScreening for Other Hereditary Cancers15. Medications That Reduce Cancer RiskRisk-Reducing Medications for Breast CancerRisk-Reducing Medications for Gynecologic CancersRisk-Reducing Medications for Colorectal Cancers16. Surgeries That Reduce Breast Cancer RiskMastectomy ProceduresBreast Reconstruction ChoicesSide Effects, Risks, and Recovery17. Surgeries That Reduce the Risk of Gynecologic CancersSalpingo-Oophorectomy to Reduce the Risk of Ovarian CancerHysterectomy to Reduce the Risk of Endometrial Cancer18. Surgeries That Reduce the Risk of Gastrointestinal CancersTotal and Segmental Colectomy to Reduce the Risk of Colon CancerTotal Gastrectomy to Reduce the Risk of Stomach Cancer19. Factors That Affect Cancer RiskNutrition, Weight, and Physical Activity Alcohol: An Unwise ChoiceSmoking and Tobacco ProductsOther Lifestyle and Behavioral Risk FactorsPart IV. Treatment Choices for Hereditary Cancers20. Identifying Tumor Characteristics That Inform Treatment ChoicesStaging and Grading CancerTargeted Approaches to TreatmentDNA Damage Repair Genes21. Treating Breast CancerCancer Type, Subtype, and StageBiomarker TestingGenetic TestingOptions for TreatmentFollow-Up Care22. Treating Gynecologic CancersOptions for Ovarian, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal CancersOptions for Endometrial Cancer23. Treating Gastrointestinal CancersOptions for Colorectal CancerOptions for Pancreatic CancerOptions for Gastric Cancer24. Treating Genitourinary CancersOptions for Prostate CancerOptions for Bladder, Renal Pelvis, and Ureter Cancers25. Treating Melanoma Options for Melanoma in the SkinOptions for Ocular MelanomaPart V. Living with Inherited High Risk26. Regaining Sexual Health and IntimacyBody ImageCoping with PainReduced Sexual DesireErectile DysfunctionRebuilding Intimacy27. Effects of Prevention and Treatment on FertilityPreserving Fertility in WomenPreserving Fertility in MenOther Parenting Alternatives28. Managing MenopauseSymptoms of Early MenopauseReplacement HormonesLong-Term Side Effects29. Side Effects and Other Quality-of-Life IssuesSummarizing Side Effects by TreatmentManaging Immediate Side EffectsLong-Term Effects of Prevention and TreatmentPrevivorship, Survivorship, and Follow-Up CareEnd-of-Life Issues30. Making Difficult Decisions Start at the Beginning: Should You Be Tested?Decisions about Your Cancer RiskDecisions about TreatmentPrevention and Treatment Clinical TrialsDecision-Making in 15 Steps31. You Are Not AloneCreate a Support SystemFind Emotional StrengthPursue Financial ResourcesLook to the HorizonAcknowledgmentsGlossaryNotesResourcesIndex

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Book SynopsisYour indispensable guide to taking charge of the second half of your life. From Dr. Rosanne M. Leipzig, a top doctor with more than 35 years of experience caring for older people, Honest Aging is an indispensable guide to the second half of life, describing what to expect physically, psychologically, functionally, and emotionally as you age. Leipzig, an expert in evidence-based geriatrics, highlights how 80-year-olds differ from 60-year-olds and why knowing this is important for your health. With candor, humor, and empathy, this book will provide you with the knowledge and practical advice to optimize aging. The book helps you recognize age-related changes in your body and mind and understand what's typical with aging and what's not; offers guidance for common health concerns, including problems with memory, energy, mood, sleep, incontinence, mobility and falls, hearing and vision, aches and pains, gastrointestinal problems, weight, and sex; shares advice on how to make decisions aTable of ContentsPrefacePart I: Aging 101Chapter 1. It's Only Aging, Get a Grip! Chapter 2. What's Normal Aging? Or, 80 Isn't 60 Chapter 3. Better Living through Chemistry? Chapter 4. More or Less: What's Right for You When It Comes to Health Care Chapter 5. An Ounce of Prevention Part II: What Really Matters As You Grow OlderChapter 6. Mind MattersChapter 7. Energy CyclesChapter 8. Ups and DownsChapter 9. Balancing ActsChapter 10. Sleep CyclesChapter 11. Urine TroubleChapter 12. All Eyes and EarsChapter 13. Aches and Pains Chapter 14. Gut FeelingsChapter 15. Weighing InChapter 16. Sex TalkPart III: Difficult DecisionsChapter 17. Making Difficult DecisionsChapter 18. To Move or Not to Move Chapter 19. Do I Need to Stop Driving?Chapter 20. Who Will Speak for Me?Appendixes1. Personal Emergency Response Systems2. Assistive Devices3. Getting Ready to Meet with Your DoctorIndex

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Book SynopsisAn illuminating guide for those newly diagnosed with prostate cancer as well as their partners and caregiversone filled with extensive details about diagnosis, treatments, and tips for thriving. The second leading cause of cancer death for men, prostate cancer affects more than a quarter of a million individuals in the United States each year. Most men with prostate cancer will go through the journey from diagnosis through treatment and beyond with a partner and family members by their side. But there are few resources available that address the needs of both those with cancer and their loved ones who want to help. Written in accessible language and backed by the latest scientific research, Prostate Cancer covers symptoms, diagnosis, and testing; the full range of treatment options available; practical tools partners can use to assist their loved one; advice on managing the side effects of treatment, including incontinence and sexual problems; tips to help cope with the emotional cTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsIntroduction1. A Partner Tells Her Story2. The Prostate Gland: What, Where, and Why3. An Introduction to Cancer4. The Symptoms of Prostate Cancer5. Diagnosing Prostate Cancer6. The PSA Test: What It Is and What It Tells7. How a Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Can Affect You8. How a Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Can Affect Your Partner9. Treating Localized Prostate Cancer10. Treating Advanced Prostate Cancer11. Clinical Trials and Alternative Treatments12. Prostate Cancer Surgery; Before, During, and After13. The Side Effects and After-Effects of Treatments14. Sharing Information about His Cancer15. The Benefits of Diet and Exercise16. The Role of Supplements17. The Power of Prayer18. The Helpfulness of Mindfulness19. Managing the Expenses of Prostate Cancer20. Planning for DyingConclusionAppendixGlossaryAbout the AuthorsIndex

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Book SynopsisAre you about to start the Foundation Programme? Do you know what to expect and how to thrive? The Hands-on Guide for Junior Doctors, Fourth Edition, is the ultimate, practical guide for junior doctors and medical students. It helps you tackle the emotional, intellectual and physical demands of being a new doctor and allays common insecurities to help you make the most of your time in clinical practice. This book tells you how to prepare for the daily rigours of hospital life, and will help you meet the required standard. It provides advice on getting started in placements, and helps you develop confidence, with tips on what to do as a junior member of the hospital team, and how to deal with common calls and emergencies. There is also an invaluable chapter on how to perform the practical procedures you'll be assessed on. With the Foundation Programme such a demanding process, both physically and emotionally, this book also provides the kind of infTrade Review"Intended for new doctors or those finishing the last year of medical school, this handbook provides a practical introduction to handling common medical scenarios, as well as discussion of the daily work life of a doctor." (Book News, 1 August 2011) "The Hands-on Guide for Junior Doctors is a one stop guide for a new, and perhaps nervous graduate from medical school who is about to start their first job in August. It’s a manual that tells you exactly what to expect and what to do at your job. After graduating from medical school, our brains may be brimming with medical knowledge, facts and figures. However, this does not in any way prepare us for the practical aspects of the job. This title literally takes you on a journey of every possible situation and scenario that you may encounter as a JD. It identifies the problem and chalks out a detailed management plan that JD can use and implement at their jobs. Another great element of the book is the section “common calls”. It lists and goes through all the medical issues that JDs usually get called for. There is a very resourceful and systematic approach described to tackle each problem. So, while at medical school we are taught what are the things we need to do for chest pain, this book literally tell you step by step what to do. The title is just like a car manual! I think the layout and content is excellent. It’s a quick and easy read. It covers all the main topics. The table of contents is very thorough and makes any topic easy to find. I am not sure of any other book in the market that achieves what this title very beautifully captures. I would recommend the book to every new graduate starting their first job! The book is an insider information guide that can take many months to learn. With the help of this book, the information and resources are at your finger tips before you even start! Southampton medical student graduating in 2012Table of ContentsIntroduction. How to use this book. Acknowledgements. Dedication. Abbreviations. 1 Starting up. 2 Getting organized or ‘The Folder’. 3 Paperwork and electronic medical records. 4 Accident and emergency. 5 Becoming a better doctor. 6 Cardiac arrests and crash calls. 7 Common calls. 8 Death and dying. 9 Drugs. 10 Handle with care. 11 Approach to the medical patient. 12 Pain. 13 Practical procedures. 14 Radiology. 15 Surgery. 16 General practice. 17 Self-care. Appendices: Useful tests, numbers and other information. Index. Further resources.

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Book SynopsisHow will the ecological and economic crises of the 21st century transform health systems and human wellbeing?Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Introduction to Health in the Anthropocene: Living Well on a Finite Planet Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo Part 1, Population Health in the Anthropocene: Addressing Wicked Problems in the Transition to an Alternative Social-Ecological System Guided by Ecological Constraints Introduction Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo Individual or Community as a Frame of Reference for Health in Modernity and in the Anthropocene Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo "Regional Overload" as an Indicator of Profound Risk: A Plea for the Public Health Community to Awaken Colin Butler, University　of Canberra Medicine and Healthcare in the Anthropocene: Who Pays and Why? Jennifer Cole, University of London Anthropocene Health Economics: Preparing for the Journey or the Destination? Martin Hensher, University of Tasmania What About My Pineapples?: The Wicked Implications of Nonlinearity, Embedded Systems, and Transformative Social Goals Kaitlin Kish, McGill University Imagining Health Systems 150 years from Now: Best and Worst-case Scenarios for the Future of Human Health Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo A Changing Role for Public Health in the Anthropocene: The Contribution of Scenario Thinking for Reimagining the Future Blake Poland, University of Toronto, Margot Parkes, University of British Columbia, Trevor Hancock, University of Victoria, George McKibbon, University of Guelph, Andrea Chircop, Dalhousie University Part 2, Emerging social innovations for health and wellbeing: Prefiguring viable health systems for the Anthropocene Introduction Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo The Role of Grassroots Social Movements as Agents of Change for Societal Transformation: The Example of the Transition Movement Blake Poland, University of TorontO, and the Transition Emerging Study Research Team (Chris Buse, Randy Haluza-Delay, Chris Ling, Lenore Newman, Andreì-Anne Parent, Cheryl Teelucksingh, Rebecca Hasdell, K Hayes) "Food as Thy Medicine:" How Ecovillages Foster Population and Planetary Health through Regenerative Food Systems Lisa Mychajluk, University of Toronto - OISE Care Farming: Making a Meaningful Connection between Agriculture, Health Care and Society Marjolein Elings, Wageningen University & Research Grieving Nature – Grieving in Nature: The Place of Parks and Natural Places in Palliative and Grief Care Sonya L. Jakubec, Mount Royal University, Dan Carruthers Den Hoed, Mount Royal University, Heather Ray, Mount Royal University, Ashok Krishnamurthy, Mount Royal University Nature as Partner: Rethinking Intersectoral Action for Health in the Anthropocene Era, Mary Jane Yates, University of Alberta The Soil Sponge: Collaborating with the Work of Other Species to Improve Public Health, Climate Change, and Resilience Didi Pershouse Making Medicine Work in the Anthropocene: Tenets of a Meta-medicine for Complex Adaptive Systems in Precarious Times Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and William Sutherland, University of Waterloo Part 3, Alternative ontologies: Laying the groundwork for living well within the earth’s biophysical limits Introduction, Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo Our Affluence Is Killing Us: What Degrowth Offers Health and Wellbeing Jean-Louis Aillon, Frantz Fanon Center Nurturing Ecological Consciousness Mark Hathaway, University of Waterloo, Donald Cole, University of Toronto, and Blake Poland, University of Toronto Bodies of the Anthropocene: Health, Ontology, Ecology Alexander Foster, King’s College London The Exploration of Socio-Ecological Approaches and Indicators in the Anthropocene Ann Del Bianco, York University, David Mallery, York University, Kamal Paudel, York University, Martin J. Bunch, York University Coming Back to Our True Nature: What is the inner work that supports Transition? Blake Poland, University of Toronto Death Denial in the Anthropocene Sheldon Solomon, Skidmore College To Become Ancestors of a Living Future Barbara Jane Davy, University of Waterloo Conclusion, Pursuing Health in the Anthropocene: A Synthesis of Current and Future Research Priorities Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo List of Contributors

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Book SynopsisAdding to a growing body of knowledge about how the social-ecological dynamics of the Anthropocene affect human health, this collection presents strategies that both address core challenges, including climate change, stagnating economic growth, and rising socio-political instability, and offers novel frameworks for living well on a finite planet. Rather than directing readers to more sustainable ways to structure health systems, Health in the Anthropocene navigates the transition toward social-ecological systems that can support long-term human and environmental health, which requires broad shifts in thought and action, not only in formal health-related fields, but in our economic models, agriculture and food systems, ontologies, and ethics. Arguing that population health will largely be decided at the intersection of experimental social innovations and appropriate technologies, this volume calls readers to turn their attention toward social movements, practicesTable of ContentsAcknowledgements Introduction to Health in the Anthropocene: Living Well on a Finite Planet Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo Part 1, Population Health in the Anthropocene: Addressing Wicked Problems in the Transition to an Alternative Social-Ecological System Guided by Ecological Constraints Introduction Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo Individual or Community as a Frame of Reference for Health in Modernity and in the Anthropocene Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo "Regional Overload" as an Indicator of Profound Risk: A Plea for the Public Health Community to Awaken Colin Butler, University　of Canberra Medicine and Healthcare in the Anthropocene: Who Pays and Why? Jennifer Cole, University of London Anthropocene Health Economics: Preparing for the Journey or the Destination? Martin Hensher, University of Tasmania What About My Pineapples?: The Wicked Implications of Nonlinearity, Embedded Systems, and Transformative Social Goals Kaitlin Kish, McGill University Imagining Health Systems 150 years from Now: Best and Worst-case Scenarios for the Future of Human Health Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo A Changing Role for Public Health in the Anthropocene: The Contribution of Scenario Thinking for Reimagining the Future Blake Poland, University of Toronto, Margot Parkes, University of British Columbia, Trevor Hancock, University of Victoria, George McKibbon, University of Guelph, Andrea Chircop, Dalhousie University Part 2, Emerging social innovations for health and wellbeing: Prefiguring viable health systems for the Anthropocene Introduction Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo The Role of Grassroots Social Movements as Agents of Change for Societal Transformation: The Example of the Transition Movement Blake Poland, University of TorontO, and the Transition Emerging Study Research Team (Chris Buse, Randy Haluza-Delay, Chris Ling, Lenore Newman, Andreì-Anne Parent, Cheryl Teelucksingh, Rebecca Hasdell, K Hayes) "Food as Thy Medicine:" How Ecovillages Foster Population and Planetary Health through Regenerative Food Systems Lisa Mychajluk, University of Toronto - OISE Care Farming: Making a Meaningful Connection between Agriculture, Health Care and Society Marjolein Elings, Wageningen University & Research Grieving Nature – Grieving in Nature: The Place of Parks and Natural Places in Palliative and Grief Care Sonya L. Jakubec, Mount Royal University, Dan Carruthers Den Hoed, Mount Royal University, Heather Ray, Mount Royal University, Ashok Krishnamurthy, Mount Royal University Nature as Partner: Rethinking Intersectoral Action for Health in the Anthropocene Era, Mary Jane Yates, University of Alberta The Soil Sponge: Collaborating with the Work of Other Species to Improve Public Health, Climate Change, and Resilience Didi Pershouse Making Medicine Work in the Anthropocene: Tenets of a Meta-medicine for Complex Adaptive Systems in Precarious Times Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and William Sutherland, University of Waterloo Part 3, Alternative ontologies: Laying the groundwork for living well within the earth’s biophysical limits Introduction, Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo Our Affluence Is Killing Us: What Degrowth Offers Health and Wellbeing Jean-Louis Aillon, Frantz Fanon Center Nurturing Ecological Consciousness Mark Hathaway, University of Waterloo, Donald Cole, University of Toronto, and Blake Poland, University of Toronto Bodies of the Anthropocene: Health, Ontology, Ecology Alexander Foster, King’s College London The Exploration of Socio-Ecological Approaches and Indicators in the Anthropocene Ann Del Bianco, York University, David Mallery, York University, Kamal Paudel, York University, Martin J. Bunch, York University Coming Back to Our True Nature: What is the inner work that supports Transition? Blake Poland, University of Toronto Death Denial in the Anthropocene Sheldon Solomon, Skidmore College To Become Ancestors of a Living Future Barbara Jane Davy, University of Waterloo Conclusion, Pursuing Health in the Anthropocene: A Synthesis of Current and Future Research Priorities Katharine Zywert, University of Waterloo and Stephen Quilley, University of Waterloo List of Contributors

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Book SynopsisAlberta: A Health System Profile provides the first detailed description of Alberta’s health care system and the underpinning political and social forces that have shaped it. Drawing on significant wealth from government revenues generated through the energy sector, Alberta has been able to develop an extensive public health and health care infrastructure. Alberta has used its financial resources to attract health professionals by offering the highest levels of financial compensation in Canada. However, although it spends more per capita than other Canadian jurisdictions, Alberta’s health care system costs and health outcomes are mediocre compared to those of many other Canadian jurisdictions. This unexpected outcome is the consequence of the unique interplay of economic and political forces within Alberta’s political economy. Through an examination of Alberta’s political and economic history, and using research on the structures anTable of ContentsList of Figures, Tables, and Boxes Series Editor’s Foreword Preface and Acknowledgements List of Acronyms Chapter 1: Introduction and Overview 1.1 Geography and Demography 1.2 Political Context 1.3 Alberta’s Economy 1.4 Health Status 1.5 Conclusion Chapter 2: Organization and Regulation 2.1 Overview of the health system 2.1.1 Early History 2.1.2 Health System Restructuring 1993-2007 2.2 Organization of the Provincial Health System 2.2.1 Alberta Health 2.2.2 Alberta Health Services 2.2.3 Contractors 2.3 Health System Planning 2.4 Coverage and Benefits 2.4.1 Eligibility for Benefits 2.5 Regulation 2.5.1 Providers 2.5.2 Hospitals 2.5.3 Continuing Care 2.5.4 Public Health 2.5.5 Diagnostic Imaging 2.5.6 Prescription Drugs 2.5.7 Patient Health Information 2.6 Patients 2.7 Health Research 2.8 Summary Chapter 3: Health Expenditures and Financing 3.1 Health System Financing Flows 3.2 Health Expenditures and Trends 3.2.1 Payment Methods 3.2.2 Private and Out-of-Pocket Spending 3.3 Public Revenues 3.3.1 Provincial Own-Source Revenues 3.3.2 Federal Transfers 3.4 Summary Chapter 4: Physical Infrastructure 4.1 Hospitals and other treatment Facilities 4.1.1 Size and Geography 4.1.2 Ownership 4.1.3 Specialization 4.1.4 Structural condition 4.2 Long Term (Continuing Care) facilities 4.2.1 Size and Geography 4.2.2 Ownership 4.2.3 Specialization 4.2.4 Age and Design 4.3 Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory (DIAL) services 4.3.1 Laboratory Services 4.3.2 Diagnostic Imaging 4.4 Public Health Facilities and Community Health Centres 4.5 Information and Communications Technology Infrastructure 4.5.1 Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) 4.5.2 Telehealth 4.6 Health Research Infrastructure 4.7 Summary Chapter 5: Health Workforce 5.1 Main Workforce Challenges 5.2 Physicians 5.3 Regulated Nurses 5.4 Other Health Care Providers 5.4.1 Complimentary Health Care Providers 5.4.2 Pharmaceutical Workforce 5.4.3 Emergency Medical Workforce 5.4.4 Diagnostic Workforce 5.4.5 Rehabilitation Workforce 5.4.6 Dental Workforce 5.4.7 Eye Care Workforce 5.4.8 Public Health Workforce 5.5 Health Human Resource Planning and Collective Bargaining 5.5.1 HHR Planning 5.5.2 Collective Bargaining 5.6 Conclusion Chapter 6: Services and Programs Provided in Alberta’s Health System 6.1 Public Health Services 6.1.1 Public Health Nursing and Communicable Disease Control 6.1.2 Environment Health Services 6.1.3 Health Promotion 6.2 Primary Care 6.3 Acute (secondary, tertiary) care including emergency services 6.3.1 Emergency Services 6.4 Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory Services 6.5 Long-term and Continuing Care services 6.5.1 Long-term care (LTC) 6.5.2 Home and Community Care 6.6 Prescription drugs 6.7 Occupation Health Services and Rehabilitation Care 6.7.1 Occupational Health and Safety 6.7.2 Rehabilitation Care 6.8 Mental Health Care and Addictions Services 6.9 Dental Health Care Services 6.10 Complementary and Alternative Medicines and Care 6.11 Targeted Services for Indigenous and/or Minority Groups 6.12 Palliative (end-of-life) care 6.12.1 Palliative Care 6.12.2 Medical Assistance in Dying 6.13 Summary Chapter 7: Recent Health Reforms 7.1 Alberta Health Services 7.2 Strategic Clinical Networks 7.3 Primary Care 7.4 Wait Times 7.5 Patient Safety 7.6 Patient Advocacy 7.7 Health Research 7.8 Conclusion Chapter 8: Assessing Alberta’s Health Care System 8.1 Stated Objectives of the Health System 8.2 Financial Protection and Equity 8.3 Health System and Service Outcomes 8.3.1 Access to Care 8.3.2 Wait Times 8.3.3 Patient Safety 8.4 User Experience and Satisfaction 8.4.1 Access 8.4.2 Satisfaction 8.4.3 Continuity of Care 8.5 Efficiency (technical and allocative) 8.5.1 Financial Costs 8.5.2 Utilization 8.5.3 Public Health 8.5.4 Integration 8.5.5 Resource Allocation 8.5.6 Mortality 8.6 Accountability 8.7 Information, Performance Measurement and Quality Assurance 8.8 Conclusion Chapter 9: Conclusion 9.1 The Economy and People 9.2 Health Care Costs 9.3 Health System Governance 9.4 Health Workforce 9.5 Professionalism 9.6 Infrastructure and Services 9.7 Performance Measurement 9.8 Performance Outcomes 9.9 Final Thoughts Afterwards References Index

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Book SynopsisWe think we know what healers do: they build on patients’ irrational beliefs and treat them in a ‘symbolic’ way. If they get results, it’s thanks to their capacity to listen, rather than any influence on a clinical level. At the same time, we also think we know what modern medicine is: a highly technical and rational process, but one that scarcely listens to patients at all. In this book, ethnopsychiatrist Tobie Nathan and philosopher Isabelle Stengers argue that this commonly posed opposition between traditional and modern medicine is misleading. They show instead that healers are interesting precisely because they don’t listen to patients, using techniques of ‘divination’ rather than ‘diagnosis’. Healers construct genuine therapeutic strategies by identifying the origins of symptoms in external forces, outside of the mind of the sufferer. Modern medicine, for its part, is characterized by empiricism rather than rationality. What appears to be the pursuit of rationality is ultimately only a means to dismiss and exclude other forms of treatment. Blurring the distinctions between traditional and modern practices and drawing on perspectives from across the globe, this ethnopsychiatric manifesto encourages us to think in radically new ways about illness, challenging accepted notions on the relationship between sufferer and symptom.Trade Review"The translation of this collaboration between two leading European thinkers about psychopathology and therapeutic process gives us access to a challenging way of thinking about the relation between health and the holy, medicine and the sacred, science and religion, rationality and irrationality, psychotherapy and psychopharmacology - all in a way that will be of immediate value for those concerned with psychiatric anthropology, cultural psychiatry and global mental health."—Thomas Csordas, University of California San DiegoTable of ContentsEditor's Note 1. Towards a Scientific PsychopathologyTobie Nathan I. The Benefits of Folk Therapy Scientific Therapy and Folk Therapy Solitude Diagnostics or Divination Statistical Categories vs. Real Cultural Groups The Construction of Truth Risky Psychopathology A Clinical Illustration Continuation of the Consultation II. Medicines in Non-Western Cultures Prolegomena on Thought and Belief The Idea of the Symbol The White Man’s Medicines Thought is in Objects Concepts of the Savage Mind Active Objects In Conclusion 2. The Doctor and the CharlatanIsabelle Stengers Recovering for the Wrong Reasons The Power of Experimentation Who defines the causes? A Practical Challenge 3. Users: Lobbies or Political Creativity?Isabelle Stengers Is another kind of medicine possible? Disease mongering A machine Condemnation? Hands Off! 4. Doctors, Healers, Therapists, the Sick, Patients, Subjects, UsersTobie Nathan Therapist The Sick Patients Subjects Users Pharmaka Notes

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Book SynopsisLearning how to behave and engage professionally can be one of the most challenging parts of embarking on a career in the medical field. But using the 'power of stories' can teach, heal, and enlighten, encourage the development of empathy, and help healthcare providers appreciate who their patients are, not just what disease they have. The humanities offer knowledge and skills that may move students toward becoming better physicians. The incorporation of the humanities into the traditional medical education curriculum can truly make a difference.In this expansive anthology, Susan Stagno and Michael Blackie assemble an insightful group of contributors to discuss the ways in which medical professionals can powerfully engage with their students through a variety of literary texts. Examples as diverse as Charles Bukowski, Leo Tolstoy, William Carlos Williams, Sherwood Anderson, Mary Shelley, Stephen King, the comic strip Pearls Before Swine, and the sayings of Buddha will provide both teachers and students a rich cache of stories for discussion and inspiration.

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Book SynopsisPersonal essays relating key issues and insights from women in medicine What We Bring to the Practice of Medicine brings together a collection of short essays from women physicians working in diverse fields of medicine around the world. Through compassion, humor, and resiliency, their stories reveal the truth of what life is like for a variety of women in medicine.While men and women physicians face different challenges and bring different historical experiences to the examination table, the history of medicine has been primarily told by men. Doctors Kimberly Greene-Liebowitz and Dana Corriel compile the pieces in this collection to highlight the many topics of concern for women physicians––some of which may be unknown to medical field outsiders. Topics include the physician-patient relationship, mastery of clinical practice, barriers to career advancement and success, and the challenge of balancing a demanding professional life with domestic responsibilities, an issue brought to the fore by the COVID-19 pandemic.What We Bring to the Practice of Medicine showcases the experiences of women physicians at every stage of their careers as well—from the beginning of medical school to the brink of retirement. These 40 essays are an expansive, unprecedented examination of what drives clinical and personal decisions and demonstrate how a physician's character is intricately intertwined with their approach to caregiving and the practice of medicine.Trade Review"A necessary and urgent collection of immense wisdom and humor, vulnerability and strength, and, most of all, the voices of extraordinary women."—Jay Baruch, MD, author of Tornado of Life: A Doctor's Journey through Constraints and Creativity in the ER "If it's possible for the pages of a book to actually live and breathe in your hands, this is it. These pages move and have a pulse of their own. The prose is exceptional; the stories are absolutely captivating. Each page is a gem in its own right. I will never look at my female colleagues the same way again; I don't think I appreciated the extra level of heroism required of women in medicine. I'm a better person for having read What We Bring to the Practice of Medicine."—Louis M. Profeta, MD, author of The Patient in Room Nine Says He's God "Raw, genuine accounts of . . . medical professionals. These are personal narratives by female physicians juggling professional and personal roles, struggling with grief and exceptionally long hours, sacrificing, and facing fear. Each vignette provides a new angle, a new struggle, a new reward."—Kathleen O'Shea, author of So Much More Than a Headache: Understanding Migraine through Literature

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Book SynopsisThe fourth edition of this popular resource features step-by-step skill instruction and practice-focused exercises covering maternal and fetal evaluation and immediate newborn care. Developed by a distinguished editorial board, the Perinatal Continuing Education Program (PCEP) is a comprehensive, self-paced education program in 4 volumes. This book features 8 units covering information and skills for obstetric evaluation and neonatal resuscitation (consistent with AAP guidelines) as well as units to provide the necessary information for initial stabilization of a newborn. The neonatal resuscitation unit has been updated to reflect the new NRP®, 8th Edition, guidelines. TOPICS INCLUDE Is the Mother Sick? Is the Fetus Sick? Fetal Age, Growth, and Maturity Fetal Well-being Is the Baby Sick? Recognizing and Preventing Problems in the Newborns Pulse Oximetry Resuscitating the Newborn Gestational Age- and Size-Associated Risk Factors Thermal Environment Hypoglycemia Blood Glucose Screenings And more… Table of Contents Unit 1: Is the Mother Sick? Is the Fetus Sick? Skill Unit: Determining Fetal Presentation With Leopold Maneuvers Unit 2: Fetal Age, Growth, and Maturity Unit 3: Fetal Well-being Skill Unit: Electronic Fetal Monitoring Unit 4: Is the Baby Sick? Recognizing and Preventing Problems in the Newborn Skill Unit: Electronic Cardiorespiratory Monitoring Skill Unit: Pulse Oximetry Unit 5: Resuscitating the Newborn Skill Unit: Suctioning Skill Unit: Management of Oxygen in the Delivery Setting Skill Unit: Free-Flow Oxygen and Positive-Pressure Ventilation Skill Unit: Endotracheal Intubation Skill Unit: Chest Compressions Skill Unit: Emergency Medications Skill Unit: Apgar Score Unit 6: Gestational Age and Size and Associated Risk Factors Skill Unit: Estimating Gestational Age by Examination of a Newborn Unit 7: Thermal Environment Skill Unit: Radiant Warmers Skill Unit: Incubators and Neutral Thermal Environment Unit 8: Hypoglycemia Skill Unit: Blood Glucose Screenings Pretest Answer Key Glossary Index

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Book SynopsisCut through the fog and set your compass for success! The Business of Plastic Surgery: Navigating a Successful Career, 2nd Edition is essential reading for every plastic surgeon. Chart your own course through the arc of a rewarding career. In this comprehensive guide, learn practical strategies to excel in private, group, and academic practice. Master business skills from digital marketing to evaluating new technologies. Discover how to fight physician burnout and strike a work–life balance for a truly satisfying future. Topics rarely covered include thoughtful perspectives on underrepresentation by race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and gender. An all-star list of contributors offers secrets in navigating stormy seas. This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com.Table of ContentsPart I Career Direction 1 Beginnings 2 The Job Search 3 Academic Career 4 Solo Practice 5 Group Practice 6 Transitions Part II Marketing and Monitoring 7 How to Get the Media's Attention 8 The Wonderful World of Marketing 9 Optimizing Your Practice 10 Upping Your Game with Systems 11 Saving Money Part III Internet University 12 Website Optimization 13 How to Make and Post Effective Videos 14 All about Reviews 15 Digital Marketing and Advertising Part IV Enhancing Both Practice and Career 16 Building and Managing Your Own Surgical Suite 17 Publishing for the Profession and for the Public 18 Technology, Trends, and Traps 19 A Successful Medspa 20 Medical Inventions: From Idea to Funding Part V Watching Your Back 21 Contracts 22 The Wheel of Misfortune: Managing Medical Liability in Plastic Surgery 23 Building and Protecting Your Wealth: In Three Acts 24 Taking Control of Your Life 25 The Changing Face of Plastic Surgery

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Book SynopsisThe one-stop, comprehensive resource for students considering a career in medicine In recent years, applying to and getting accepted to medical schools in the U.S. has become increasingly difficult. In 2020–2021, only 38% of the 53,370 students who applied to U.S. medical schools were accepted. For the most prestigious medical schools, the acceptance rate was just 1.4–2%. Pre-Medicine: The Complete Guide for Aspiring Doctors by Joel Thomas, Phillip Wagner, Ray Funahashi, and Nitin Agarwal is a comprehensive roadmap that guides aspiring physicians through the rigorous process of preparing for and getting into medical school in the U.S. By bringing together multiple authors with different life experiences and perspectives, this unique book has broad appeal to students from diverse backgrounds. The text is organized by five sections: The Pre-Med Primer, Succeeding as a Pre-Medical Student, Applying to Medical School, Medical School and Career Insights, and an Appendix. This invaluable resource tackles challenging topics and addresses uncomfortable questions that necessitate engagement with multiple opposing viewpoints and careful data analysis. The first and foremost goal of this book is to provide essential information to individuals that need it to succeed in their pre-med and medical school journey. Key Features Authors graduated from the U.S. News Top 20 medical schools and/or trained at a Doximity Top 20 residency program Demystifies the lengthy and confusing medical school application process, providing practical advice and evidence-based strategies for successfully tackling each step, starting in high school Provides readers with a realistic and honest picture of the daily challenges and rewards that aspiring physicians face—from pre-med to residency This is a must-have resource for anyone who is considering a career in medicine. The no-holds-barred insights shared in this book will greatly optimize the chance of medical school applicants gaining admission to their top choice.Table of ContentsSection I: The Pre-Med Primer 1. The 30,000-Foot View 2. What Medical Schools Look For 3. The Pre-Med Principles 4. The Types of Pre-Medical Students and Paths to Medical School 5. Building Your Narrative 6. Common Pre-Med Diseases and How to Treat Them Section II: Succeeding as a Pre-Medical Student 7. Guaranteed Admission Programs and Early Assurance Programs 8. Schools, Majors, and More 9. Timing, Class Structure, and Personal Schedules 10. Obtaining a Solid GPA 11. Extracurriculars 12. Clinical Experiences 13. Shadowing 14. Volunteering 15. Research 16. Gap Years, Employment, Graduate Degrees, and Post-Baccalaureate Fellowships 17. Crushing the MCAT 18. Self-Care and Wellness 19. Finding Mentors Section III: Applying to Medical School 20. The Big Picture 21. Before You Begin: Application Strength Analysis 22. Before You Begin: Application Cycle Prophylaxis 23. Letters of Recommendation 24. DO, MD, and International Schools 25. Dual-Degree Programs: MD/PhD, MPH, MBA, JD, and Others 26. Medical School Rankings 27. Making Your List: What Schools Do I Apply To? 28. Primary Application: AMCAS, AACOMAS, TMDSAS 29. Transcript Review 30. Activities and Meaningful Experiences 31. Personal Statement 32. Altus Suite: CASPer, Snapshot, and Duet 33. Secondary Application 34. Interviews 35. Interview Trail Travel and Attire 36. Wait-List and Update Letters 37. Financial Aid 38. Acceptance and Decisions: What Really Matters When Choosing the One School 39. Before and After Matriculation 40. Plan B and Reapplication Section IV: Medical School and Career Insights 41. Real Talk on a Medical Career 42. Real Talk on the Medical School Experience 43. Real Talk on Succeeding in Medical School 44. A Peek at the Residency Application Process 45. A Day in the Life in Medicine 46. Nonclinical Careers 47. Stories of Inspiration Section V: Appendix Appendix A: Resources Appendix B: Medical Specialties and Subspecialties

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Book SynopsisIn Hippocrasy, two world-leading doctors – rheumatologist and epidemiologist Rachelle Buchbinder and orthopaedic surgeon Ian Harris – reveal the true state of modern medicine and how doctors are letting their patients down. They argue that the benefits of treatments are often wildly overstated and the harms understated. That overtreatment and overdiagnosis are rife. And the medical system is not fit for purpose: designed to deliver health care not health.This powerful exposé blows the lid off everything from rampant overdiagnosis and overtreatment (revealing the tests, drugs and treatment that provide no benefit for the patient), to the role of Big Pharma and the inherent problem of a medical system based on treating rather than preventing illness. The book also provides tips to empower patients and solutions to help restructure how medicine is delivered so doctors can live up to their Hippocratic Oath.Trade Review'One of the hardest things for a doctor to do ... is nothing. This superb book explains how in medicine and surgery less is often not just more, it’s closer to the oath we’re all supposed to practise by.' — Norman Swan, award-winning producer and broadcaster of the Health Report and Coronacast 'This eye-opening and enthralling book on the medical and moral hazards which beset the health profession is a must-read for patients and practitioners alike. From ‘tooth-fairy science’ to medical disasters to the inflated business world of medicine, Hippocrasy is a profoundly thought-provoking and compelling work that challenges our perception of the practice of modern medicine.' — Kate McClymont AM, award-winning investigative journalist for the Sydney Morning Herald/The Age 'Doctors are educated to do good. Yet, as the commercial imperatives of the medical industrial complex tighten their grip, doctors are becoming more and more worried that they are inflicting harm rather than creating benefit. This book is for them and, perhaps even more importantly, for their patients. The road to hell is paved with good intentions: read Hippocrasy and turn back.' — Iona Heath CBE, former President, The Royal College of General Practitioners 'This brilliant book offers clear and compelling evidence that we’re all at risk from too much medicine. Using the best of science, these two respected doctors blow the whistle on harmful healthcare. Buchbinder and Harris reveal how overdiagnosis, overtreatment and the medicalisation of normal life are major threats to human health. But this brilliant book also brings hope that we can wind back the harm and waste of unnecessary tests and treatments, and focus more on the great benefits medicine has to offer.' — Ray Moynihan, author of Too Much Medicine? and Selling Sickness, Assistant Professor, Bond University 'About half of us in advantaged countries are now patients or ‘providers’, or both, and a third of clinical interventions are futile at best. Seeking health is daunting and we could benefit from a guide. Rachelle Buchbinder and Ian Harris have provided such with this volume.' — Nortin M Hadler, author of The Last Well Person, The Citizen Patient and Worried Sick, Emeritus Professor of Medicine and Microbiology/Immunology, University of North Carolina' Throughout medical history, doctors have routinely ignored the fundamental Hippocratic injunction: ‘First, do no harm’. Most of their treatments produced lots of harms, with little or no benefit. This wonderful book punctures the hyped claims of modern medicine, showing that it is not nearly as scientific, safe, effective, and honest as it should be. Reading Hippocrasy is essential for doctors (to help make them become more cautious); but even more essential for patients (to help them become more self-protective).' — Allen Frances, author of Saving Normal, Professor and Chairman Emeritus of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine 'A timely book from two leading doctors. They present evidence that despite medicine’s lip-service to evidence-based medicine, many unnecessary, wasteful and harmful investigations and treatments abound.' — Trish Greenhalgh OBE, Professor of Primary Care Research, University of Oxford

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Book SynopsisIf you’re a student hoping to apply to medical school, you might be anxious or stressed about how best to prepare. What classes should you take? What kinds of research, clinical, and volunteer opportunities should you be pursuing? What grades and MCAT scores do you need? How can you stand out among thousands of applicants? Premed Prep answers all these questions and more, with detailed case studies and insider tips that can help premed students authentically prepare and enjoy the journey from the very beginning. Sunny Nakae draws from her many years of experience as a medical school admissions dean to offer wise and compassionate advice that can help premed students of all backgrounds. She also has specific tips for students who are first-generation, minority, non-traditional, and undocumented. Both forthright and supportive, Nakae’s advice is offered in a keep-it-real style that gives premed students a unique window into how admissions committees view and assess them. Premed Prep covers how to approach preparation with a focus on exploration and growth, and how to stop obsessing over med school application checklists. This book will do more than help you get a seat in medical school; it will start you on the process of becoming a successful future physician.Trade Review"Sunny Nakae draws on her years of experience as a medical school admissions officer, balancing wise advice with a personal perspective to help guide readers through this stressful process. With a positive, encouraging tone and an emphasis on self-care, Premed Prep is a fun, helpful resource for any student looking to apply to medical school." -- Glenn Cummings * Associate Dean and Director of Health Professions Advising at Bryn Mawr College *Table of ContentsContents Preface Part I: Getting a Solid Start 1 Premed Basics: Be Quick, But Don’t Hurry 2 Advice for First Generation Students 3 Advice for Minoritized Students 4 Advice for Undocumented Students Part II: The Premed Journey 5 Exploration & Affirmation 6 Dump the Checklist Mindset 7 The Secret to a Competitive Edge Part III: Advice for Application Season 8 The Inside Scoop on Strategy and Maximizing Mission Fit 9 Understand the Graduate/Professional School Context 10 Professionalism and People Skills in a Digital Era Part IV: Support Team Advice 11 Advice for Parents and Friends 12 Advice for Advisers Part V: Gap Years and Reapplying 13 Maximizing a Gap 14 Advice for Reapplicants 15 Finish Lines and Deadlines Appendix: An Overview of the Journey to Becoming a Physician Index

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Book SynopsisThis textbookcontains acomprehensive collection of exercises in medical physics with numerous illustrations – ideally suited for teaching and learning. Introductory sections summarize contents and learning targets of each chapter.

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Book SynopsisMedical education is a life-long process, and it is important for beginning medical students to gain a solid understanding of the basics within the first year of medical school. Introductory Guide to Medical Training: From Basic Sciences to Medical Specialties is a concise yet thorough overview of the medical field that will prepare first-year students for their educational journey and provide laypersons with a glimpse into the particularities of the medical specialties. The book begins with the fundamentals and culture of medicine, tips and tricks for learning and retaining medical knowledge, and a summary of how the medical field has evolved through time. The second half of the book features sections on several major specialties, including: anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, neurology, pediatrics, men's and women's health, forensic pathology, and surgery, among many others. Highlights: Full-color, high-quality charts, graphs, and tables that showcase global statistics and supplement the material presented in the text Short, succinct biographies of major figures who have helped shape modern medicine A list of commonly used abbreviations encountered in medicine This book is the perfect exploratory text for laypersons and all those considering or pursuing a medical degree, and it will ensure that they are well prepared for the challenges that lie ahead of them.Table of ContentsSection I What Does It Mean to Study Medicine? 1 Getting Started 2 General Terms Section II What Must the Student Learn? 3 Description of Medical Specialties Section III Appendix Bibliography Abbreviations Short Biographies

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Book SynopsisHow Doctors Think defines the nature and importance of clinical judgment. Although physicians make use of science, this book argues that medicine is not itself a science but rather an interpretive practice that relies on clinical reasoning. A physician looks at the patient''s history along with the presenting physical signs and symptoms and juxtaposes these with clinical experience and empirical studies to construct a tentative account of the illness.How Doctors Think is divided into four parts. Part one introduces the concept of medicine as a practice rather than a science; part two discusses the idea of causation; part three delves into the process of forming clinical judgment; and part four considers clinical judgment within the uncertain nature of medicine itself. In How Doctors Think, Montgomery contends that assuming medicine is strictly a science can have adverse side effects, and suggests reducing these by recognizing the vital role of clinical judgment. This is a book that wiTable of ContentsPART I. MEDICINE AS A PRACTICE ; 1. Medicine and the Limits of Knowledge ; 2. The Misdescription of Medicine ; PART II. CLINICAL JUDGMENT AND THE IDEA OF CAUSE ; 3. Clinical Judgment and the Interpretation of the Case ; 4. "What Brings You Here Today?": The Idea of Cause in Medical Practice ; 5. The Simplification of Clinical Cause ; 6. Clinical Judgment and the Problem of Particularizing ; PART III. THE FORMATION OF CLINICAL JUDGMENT ; 7. Aphorisms, Maxims, and Old Saws: Some Rules of Clinical Reasoning ; 8. "Don't Think Zebras": A Theory of Clinical Knowing ; 9. Knowing One's Place: The Evaluation of Clinical Judgment ; PART IV. CLINICAL JUDGMENT AND THE NATURE OF MEDICINE ; 10. The Self in Medicine: The Use and Misuse of the Science Claim ; 11. A Medicine of Neighbors ; 12. Uncertainty and the Ethics of Practice

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