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In this collection of nineteen unforgettable essays, Dr. Selzer describes unsparingly the surgeon's art. Both moving and perversely funny, Mortal Lessons is an established classic that considers not only the workings and misworkings of the human body but also the meaning of life and death. With a Preface written by the Author especially for this edition.
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"An acclaimed medical expert and patient advocate offers an eye-opening look at many common and widely used medical interventions that have been shown to be far more harmful than helpful. Yet, surprisingly, despite clear evidence to the contrary, most doctors continue to recommend them. Modern medicine has significantly advanced in the last few decades as more informed practices, thorough research, and incredible breakthroughs have made it possible...
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"What a terrific book….[Weston] leaves you feeling that if push came to shove you'd want to be operated on by her."
-Nicholas Shakespeare, author of Bruce Chatwin: A Biography
The continuing popularity of doctor shows on TV-from Scrubs, House, and Grey's Anatomy to the television phenomenon ER-indicates a widespread fascination with all things medical. Direct Red, by practicing ear, nose, and throat surgical specialist Gabriel Weston, takes...
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This book can be studied by undergraduate students preparing for their MBBS exams in surgery, and by postgraduate surgeons in training preparing for the MD exam in general surgery and the MRCS exams. The aim of this book is to make the assessment of medical students fair, structured, and objective. It can also be used as a training and review book by the students to improve their skills in history taking, clinical examination, and communication. It...
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The landmark study of how medical errors are managed among surgeons and other hospital staff-now in an updated edition with a new preface and epilogue.
When it was first published, Forgive and Remember offered groundbreaking insight into the training and lives of young surgeons. It quickly emerged as the definitive sociological study on the subject. While medical errors are both inevitable and potentially devastating, Bosk found that they could be...
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A raw, heavily-researched guide for women facing breast cancer, mastectomy, and reconstruction written by a survivor.
"1 in 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, but this is not just another cancer book. Breast cancer survivor Kim Harms combines her own experience with extensive research and walks readers through the process of mastectomy and breast reconstruction, weighing the pros and cons, detailing the physical...
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¡Atención Odontólogos!¿Sabías que muchas enfermedades sistémicas pueden tener manifestaciones orales? Si quieres aprender más sobre cómo identificar y tratar estas afecciones en tus pacientes, entonces este libro es para ti. "Patologías sistémicas en el consultorio odontológico" es una guía completa para el odontólogo que busca entender cómo las enfermedades sistémicas pueden afectar la salud oral de sus pacientes. Con información...
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Glaucoma Signs And SymptomsOnly a percentage of the population knows that glaucoma can cause irreversible blindness.Unless we know the warning signals or experience the symptoms, we rarely miss changes in our eyes.A puff test detects very modest ocular pressure and eye hypertension during routine eye check-ups but it is not enough.We may need immediate eye treatment should we have:cloudy or blurry vision,headaches,nausea,or even a severe cataract...
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No le ha pasado que su paciente tiene algún tipo de patología?? no le menciona nada pero al momento de una cirugía le refiere los múltiples medicamentos bajo los cuales está bajo tratamiento, esto es mas común de lo que cree y la mayoría de las veces no reconocemos las interacciones, entre otras cosas, si son pacientes infantiles cuantas veces no ha ocurrido que no recuerdas como calcular las dosis...Por eso y mucho mas hemos diseñado este...
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Cancer: Bowel ScreeningA Simple Guide About How It Works To Help You Decide You know how hesitant you are to have a home Test kit done?So many people around the world are considering this.Yet, we throw up so many mental barriers to getting it done, including any repercussions.If you're thinking about taking a preliminary bowel screening test but aren't sure what to do next, this first book can assist.It should remove any early concerns about what...
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"An emotionally raw memoir about the crumbling of the American Dream and a daughter of refugees who searches for answers after her mother dies during plastic surgery. Susan Lieu has long been searching for answers. About her family's past and about her own future. Refugees from the Vietnam War, Susan's family escaped to California in the 1980s after five failed attempts. Upon arrival, Susan's mother was their savvy, charismatic North Star, setting...
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The story of how and why some women choose to use, while others refuse, cosmetic intervention. What is it like to be a woman growing older in a culture where you cannot go to the doctor, open a magazine, watch television, or surf the internet without encountering products and procedures that are designed to make you look younger? What do women have to say about their decision to embrace cosmetic anti-aging procedures? And, alternatively, how do women...
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"Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Demystified: Doctor's Secret Guide" is a comprehensive exploration of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA), offering readers a thorough understanding of this potentially life-threatening condition. Driven by a commitment to demystify medical complexities, the book delves into the definition of aneurysms, elucidates signs and symptoms, and explores the multifaceted risk factors involved. Dr. [Author's Name] expertly guides readers...
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Embark on a riveting journey with "The Appendicitis Mastery Bible: Your Blueprint For Complete Appendicitis Management." From the silent intruder to the calm before the storm, this comprehensive guide unveils the mysteries surrounding appendicitis. Delve into the anatomy of pain, surgical solutions, and the intricate road to recovery. Unleash the healing power within through lifestyle modifications, nutritional excellence, and the mind-body connection....
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The great travel writer Jan Morris was born James Morris. James Morris distinguished himself in the British military, became a successful and physically daring reporter, climbed mountains, crossed deserts, and established a reputation as a historian of the British empire. He was happily married, with several children. To all appearances, he was not only a man, but a man's man. Except that appearances, as James Morris had known from early childhood,...
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Bent But Not Broken is a heartfelt journey of a girl and her family as they navigate the healthcare system from diagnosis to surgery and beyond. Follow them as they use their own words in blog posts and through an emotional and gripping narrative that puts you right by their side. All the ups, downs, challenges, and successes of the experience changed their lives and taught them that compassion and love build strong communities, even stronger families,...
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Cindi Broaddus didn't realize that her life was about to be forever altered as she sat in the passenger seat of a car on a lonely highway, speeding toward the airport in the early morning hours of June 5, 2001. A single mother of three and a delighted new grandmother, she was thinking only of her well-earned vacation when a gallon jar of sulfuric acid, tossed from an overpass by an unknown assailant, came crashing through the windshield. In a heartbeat,...
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Greetings my new friend!
It is a pleasure to meet you and hopefully help you. If you are reading this, it means that either you yourself, or a loved one that you care for, needs help. Furthermore, you also need to know how to get that help and what your options are? Especially if you find yourself in a situation needing an organ transplant or ma-jor surgery like I was in. If this sounds like you or the person you are advocating for, please keep...
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Embark on a journey of empowerment and understanding with "Barrett's Esophagus Demystified: Doctor's Secret Guide." This comprehensive guide unravels the intricacies of Barrett's Esophagus, offering a profound exploration of its definition, prevalence, and causes. Delve into the symptoms, and demystify the condition through the lens of the biopsychosocial model. Navigate complications, separate myths from facts, and explore the diagnosis and medical...
20) Homemade Body Scrubs and Masks for Beginners: All-Natural Quick & Easy Recipes for Body & Facial
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Why Would You Want to Make Homemade Body Scrubs and Masks? Here's a look at just some of the reasons why: Using all natural organic oils is much healthier for your skin than the store bought versionsStore bought products are filled with so many additives that they can clog your skin leading to acne and blemishesThe recipes in this book contain nothing but the essential ingredients guaranteed to leave your skin looking and feeling amazingNot only...
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