Conflicted Care
An eye-opening and compelling ethnography about how doctors make decisions The oath that doctors take to "do no harm" suggests that patient welfare is at the center of what it means to be a successful medical professional. It is also understood, however, that hospitals are not only vessels for medical care-they are businesses, educational institutions, and complex bureaucracies with intricate codes of etiquette that dictate how each staff member should approach situations with patients. In Conflicted Care, Hyeyoung Oh Nelson provides an in-depth look at the decision-making processes of physicians at a large, prestigious academic medical center-that she calls Pacific Medical Center-and finds that more often than not patient wellbeing is only one of several factors governing day-to-day decisions. The steps physicians take reveal a kind of hidden curriculum of the medical world, one that is guided by status and hierarchy, bureaucracy, norms for consulting with third-parties, regulations for interactions with patients, and medical uncertainty. While at an institutional and individual level patient care continues to be integral to everything the physicians do, they are forced to reconcile that vow with these other, often-conflicting internal logics. Harm, Nelson argues, is thus built into the practice of medicine in the United States. This harm can take the form of unnecessary treatments and consultations or inadequate treatment for pain to motivate specialist intervention that would otherwise be resisted. These and other practices have the overall consequence of significantly driving up inpatient care costs, which then results in patients forgoing needed, ongoing treatment once they receive their medical bills. Drawing on a deep ethnography of physicians in the Internal Medicine Service unit, Nelson offers a sharp assessment of current policies aimed at alleviating medical costs and explains why they are ineffective. She concludes by offering novel policy and practice recommendations for health care practitioners, policy makers, and healthcare institutions.
Low Back Pain, What patients and primary care health care providers should know
What a remarkable book! The author, Dr. Rey, a neurologist with 50 years of practice and numerous scientific papers under his belt, shares with the reader a wealth of knowledge on one of the most common afflictions that plague mankind - low back pain. Comprehensive, easy to grasp, educational and highly informative, the book "touches all base," so to speak. As an insightful guide to decision-making, it is, for both health care provider and patient, a must read. A great read for the 85% of the people on the planet who at some point in their lives will experience...low back pain. -Alfredo I. Custodio, M.D. Physician-Surgeon-Writer, Florissant, Missouri Author of "You've Got Mail"
Public Behavioural Responses to Policy Making During the Pandemic
This book provides a comparative study of people's behaviour towards state through mask wearing between European-Northern America and Asian countries. Filled with invaluable insights through research in 13 countries, this book will appeal to readers in policy making and influencing public opinion from the Europe-Asia comparative study.
Mobile Health (Mhealth)
Global scale comparison of mHealth regulationChapter 1 Introduction of the concept of AI in the field of mHealth while discovering the trends in mHealth research field1.1 Introduction1.2 Definition of AI handled in this Book1.3 Literature Review1.4 Methods1.4.1 Bibliometric Analysis1.4.2 Data collection1.4.3 Data Analysis1.5 Results1.5.1 Number of Publications in the mHealth Field1.5.2 Number of Publications in Countries and Regions1.5.3 Partnering Networks of countries and Regions1.5.4 Top Journals in the mHealth Field1.5.5 Top Keywords and Networks of mHealth Publications1.5.6 Chronological Trends of mHealth Publication in Countries and Regions1.6 Discussion1.7 ConclusionChapter 2 Relationship of Innovation and Regulation on mHealth 2.1 Introduction2.1.1 Background of Mobile Health Development2.1.2 Innovation in mHealth2.1.3 The Objective of This Research2.1.4 Theoretical Framework2.2 Methods2.2.1 Research on Regulations2.3 Results2.3.1 Regulatory Transition in USA2.4 Discussion2.4.1 Interactive Regulator2.4.2 Medical Entrepreneur2.4.3 Current Challenges and Future Perspective2.5 Limitations2.6 ConclusionChapter 3 The Current Situation of Mobile Health in China from the Perspective of Policy, Application, and User Acceptance: A Multi-Method Systematic Analysis3.1 Introduction3.1.1 The Burden of Disease and the Current State of Healthcare in China3.1.2 Healthcare Reform in China3.1.3 Mobile Health3.1.4 Objective3.2 Method3.2.1 Data Collection3.2.2 Data analysis3.3 Results3.3.1 Summary Analysis of China's mHealth Policies3.3.2 Current Status of Mobile Health Applications in China3.3.3 The User Acceptance of Mobile Health in China3.4.2 Factors that Affect the Use of Mobile Health Technology3.4.3 Policy Recommendations3.5 LimitationsChapter 4 Digital Healthcare Development and mHealth in South Korea 4.1 Introduction4.2 Healthcare Industry with Aging Population Surrounding South Korea4.3 Healthcare-retaled Policies in the US and EU4.3.1 US Policy4.3.2 EU Policy4.4 Digital Healthcare Policy and Development in South Korea4.4.1 EMR as the Foundation of Healthcare - Introduction of EMR in South Korea4.4.2 Healthcare-related Policies in South Korea4.5 mHealth in South Korea4.6 Status of mHealth Business in South Korea4.6.1 mHealth through Public Private Partnership (PPP)4.7 Mobile Healthcare Service Provided by Public Health Centers4.7.1 Mobile Healthcare Service Provided by Public Healthcare Centres for High-Risk PeopleDiscussion of mHealth development with case studies4.7.2 Mobile Healthcare Service Provided by Public Health Centers for Senior4.7.3 Mobile Healthcare Service Provided by Public Health Centers for Youth4.8 COVID-19 and mHealth in South Korea4.8.1 Immigration Management4.8.2 Self-quarantine Monitoring Application4.8.3 Management of COVID-19 Positive Individuals4.9 South Korea mHealth Model Driving by Government4.10 ConclusionChapter 5 Regulations and the Status of Social Implementation of Services on mHealth in Japan5.1 Introduction5.2 Types of Exis
The Healthcare Value Chain
This volume analyzes group purchasing organizations (GPOs) and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in order to better understand the significant roles that these entities play in the healthcare supply chain. It examines who they contract with, on what terms, and who they represent and answer to while charting their historical development. The analysis reveals that the current roles of both players have historical roots that explain why they behave the way they do. Finally, the book reviews the evidence base on the performance results of these two players. This work fills a void in our understanding about two important and controversial players in the healthcare value chain. Both organizations are cloaked in secrecy -- partly by virtue of the private sector contracts they negotiate, partly by virtue of the lack of academic attention. Both play potentially important roles in controlling healthcare costs, albeit using contracting strategies and reimbursement mechanisms that arouse suspicion among stakeholders. This timely text explicates how these organizations arose and evolved to shed more light on how they really operate.
Fit and Healthy from 1 to 100 with Nutrition and Exercise
Nutrition and exercise are the cornerstones of our health. But why actually? What exactly do weight training and endurance sports do? And how do certain foods influence our metabolism? How does sore muscles actually develop?The author, a chemist and doctor, explains in an understandable way how the body works and the influence of nutrition and exercise on our health. At the same time, he scientifically presents the correlations based on current studies, including intervention and long-term studies. He clearly describes the interactions of nutrition and exercise on body weight, metabolism, fatty tissue and hormones, the cardiovascular system, bone structure and the immune system. Each topic is clearly described on one page. A non-fiction book for all those who are interested in doing something for their health and want to know why.The 5th edition has been completely updated, adapted to the current state of knowledge and expanded to include the following topics: herbs and spices, endurance sports and hormone disorders in women, sports and painkillers, sustainable nutrition and plenty of exercise to combat climate change. Plus: glossary for looking up medical terms and extensive literature references on studies on nutrition, exercise and health.
Voices of Healthcare
An inside look at the people, ideas, and passions creating the future of healingDrawing on the expertise and minds of patients, clinicians, scientists, creatives, and technologists, Voices of Healthcare: The Digital Acceleration gathers cutting-edge insights from leading digital-health players in revealing conversations about the human side of technology.Through thought-provoking discussions, Matt Cybulsky, PhD, invites us to discover digital healthcare delivery-no longer as observers, but as active participants. Voices of Healthcare explores the possibilities for a healthcare future focused on quality, accessibility, engagement, and personalized technology-a transformation in healthcare as we know it.Foreword by Punit Singh Soni CEO, Suki AI.
Teaching Perinatal Care
This multi-authored handbook-the first of its kind-focuses on methods and strategies for teaching perinatal care. Each chapter is inspired by presentations and workshops presented at the biennial National Forum on Teaching Competence in Family Medicine Maternity Care, which began in Toronto, Canada, in 2014. Full of insightful advice, step-by-step guides, and helpful visual models, Teaching Perinatal Care covers a wide range of subjects, including . . .Techniques for teaching during labour and birthMentorship in the context of perinatal careHow to engage the uninterested learnerTeaching across generational dividesStrategies for teaching virtuallyHow best to evaluate learnersIdeal for those involved in family medicine, obstetrics, and midwifery, this guide will prove to be a cornerstone resource in perinatal care education. Whether you are a seasoned educator or new to the discipline, teaching in a university hospital or in the community, this pioneering guidebook will provide you with a wealth of practical, hands-on techniques.
Healing The System
"Well worth the time to read and carefully consider the reality of the problems we face in healthcare. It contains some extremely practical and, indeed, pragmatic approaches to resolving or lessening the dysfunction." -Lorick Fox, MPAS, PA-C, AACC As a healthcare provider, do you feel frustrated and fatigued with an impersonal, administrative-heavy system where you don't feel your opinion matters? Do you feel powerless to effect change? You're not alone! Provider burnout is rampant due to bureaucratic overload, long work hours, and the lack of community, respect, and autonomy at work. But these issues can be addressed without significant expense or a major system overhaul. Dr. John McB. Hodgson's approach to healthcare change re-empowers healthcare providers to do what they love to do-care for patients, solve problems, and influence the delivery system. In Healing the System, Dr. Hodgson draws on his experience as a seasoned cardiologist to suggest easy-to-implement changes that healthcare providers and administrators can make to combat the increasingly dysfunctional environment typical of current practice. These simple changes can bring a sense of fulfillment, joy, and satisfaction back to the practice of medicine, and the entire system will be energized. Hodgson's solutions include getting back to missional purpose, rather than focusing solely on the numbers; empowering teams and community; encouraging equity in the place where providers practice; involving providers in administrative functions and decision making; and honoring one another, no matter the position or the department. The message in this book encourages physicians and other healthcare delivery professionals to create an environment and culture in which everyone can thrive.
The Digital Healthcare Revolution
The healthcare system is experiencing unprecedented challenges and opportunities that will revolutionize the sector. The rising demand for health services and the resources restrictions have put increased pressure on healthcare organizations to improve cost-efficiency and service offerings. The pandemic has further exacerbated the main pressure points of the healthcare sector. Currently, the shift towards patient centricity is gaining momentum, therefore there is a need to rethink how health systems can embrace this concept, in particular with digitization, service innovation and value co-creation. Focusing on digital healthcare, this book proposes a theoretical framework, along with managerial implications, on moving towards a patient-centric model. It explores the role of digitization and innovation in solving existing challenges in the sector, and includes the concept of 'One Digital Health', which refers to global health and transformation and recognizesthe importance of the connection between humans, animals, nature and the interrelation of different health systems. With clear implications to Sustainable Development Goal 3: 'Ensure healthy lives and promote wellbeing for all at all ages, ' the authors argue that innovative transformation in the sector can support the Agenda 2030.
Managing a Hospital
This book demonstrates how hospitals can be transformed into dynamic, patient-centered, and cost-effective organizations. It describes systems for providing safe, high-quality medical services and outlines the importance of data for health outcomes. In this regard, the book underscores the importance of decision-making and delegation, as well as the effective use of administrative staff, new technologies, and evidence-based medicine to benefit patients and boost efficiency. At the same time, it emphasizes the importance of applying metrics to improve cost-effectiveness. Although primarily intended as a hands-on book for clinical leaders, it also considers hospitals from a broader societal perspective, making it of interest to leaders at all organizational levels in hospitals and to policymakers alike.
Cultural Competency in Psychological Assessment
The Latinx population has experienced fast growth and is highly diverse, for example, in terms of immigration status, being born in the United States or other countries of origin, cultural variation, skin color, and language preference. Access to linguistically and culturally relevant services is crucial yet extremely limited. Assessment is an essential aspect of ethical mental health practice and has significant implications at the time it is conducted as well as in the future. Cultural Competency in Psychological Assessment: Working Effectively with Latinx Populations focuses on the practical application of culturally informed assessment approaches with Latinx persons in mental health settings. Drs. Mercado and Venta discuss the mental health needs of the Latinx population and provide guidance on the best practices to use when working with this cultural group, such as incorporating cultural humility and cultural awareness in psychological assessments and using cultural clinical interview techniques. Latinx cultural values, cultural conceptualization, and clinical implications for working with Latinx patients are discussed at length. Cultural Competency in Psychological Assessment also covers topics such as linguistic considerations, working with interpreters, dealing with prejudice and microaggressions, working with undocumented and immigrant clients including children, and recommendations for future research. This book is a resource of clinical utility for psychologists and other mental health practitioners working with the Latinx community as well as for graduate students in psychology and psychiatry residents.
Medicine as a Human Science
'In Medicine as a Human Science, Dr Norelle Lickiss explores the telos of medicine and the vocation of its practitioners. It is a small collection of essays, written in elegantly simple prose, but profound in its impact. Dr Lickiss's ecological conception of medical practice presents the doctor-patient relationship, based on mutual respect, as the central dynamic of the art and science of healing. Based on her long experience as a consultant in oncology and palliative medicine, this renowned physician shares what she has learned and sketches a vision of medicine much needed in the world today.' - Jack Coulehan MD, MPH'The teachings of Professor Lickiss are well reflected in this series of her philosophical essays, which Jean Curthoys has put together in one compendium. Ms Curthoys is to be congratulated for bringing these essays together. Some of them are old lectures which have not previously been published, but they will now remain an important resource for future generations.' - Neville F. Hacker AM
WORKBOOK for Core Competencies of Civility in Nursing & Healthcare
Incivility and other workplace aggressions have a significant impact on the lives of healthcare professionals, faculty, and students, as well as the patients and families in their care. Incivility in academic and practice environments can provoke uncertainty and self-doubt, weaken self-confidence, and cause detrimental and lasting effects on individuals, teams, and organizations. These behaviors can fracture relationships and result in life-threatening mistakes, preventable complications, harm, or even the death of a patient.In Core Competencies of Civility in Nursing & Healthcare, Cynthia Clark-a nurse-leader dedicated to organizational change and an unwavering advocate for civility and dignity for all-provides an abundance of practical solutions to create and sustain communities of civility, diversity, inclusion, and respect in academic and healthcare environments. Using a wealth of evidence-based interventions, hands-on tools, and scholarly resources, this book expands current thinking on the topic of civility to create and support healthy, productive work and learning environments for the benefit of all.
Nursing Home Administration
"This book is an excellent resource for students, educators, and long-term care administrators. This engaging eighth edition provides useful knowledge and up-to-date information to all those interested in long-term care management." --Doody's Review Service, 5 stars Now in its eighth edition, Nursing Home Administration remains the authoritative textbook detailing the nursing facility administrator role, what they do, how they think, and how they lead. By breaking down the art of administration into its basic, need-to-know tasks--forecasting, planning, organizing, staffing, directing, controlling quality, innovating, and marketing--this text provides the essential context for managing and leading nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities. Thoroughly updated to include the four domains of practice as put forth by the National Association of Long-Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB) for 2022 licensure examination and beyond, this textbook is complete with essential context for the domains and associated competencies to better prepare students for the required NAB examination. With revised sections addressing new federal regulations and laws affecting the field, best practices in residential care, and refreshed examples and cases, this text continues to set students up for success in working as a nursing facility administrator. Updated sections address changes within the residential care continuum, provide further information on patient-driven payment models and value-based care, and inform current practices for marketing and controlling quality within the long-term care facility. Chapter boxes reflect common pitfalls in practice while real-life case studies and critical thinking exercises, including a "What Do I Do Now?" section that concludes all chapters, encourage students to consider challenges they may experience in the field. In addition to updated domains of practice--care, services, and supports; operations; environmental and quality; and leadership and strategy--the book describes how core components fit together. New to the Eighth Edition: Includes the updated 2022 domains of practice as they relate to the licensing examination standards of the National Association of Long-Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB) Replete with information on new federal laws, requirements, and regulations including links to important resources such as the Minimum Data Set 3.0 Provides insight into the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has and will create for managing a long-term care facility Introduces Common Pitfalls in Practice sections and "What Do I Do Now?" boxes in each chapter, designed to spark critical thinking and discussion Updated figures, tables, and references throughout Key Features: Provides an in-depth discussion of nursing facility administration Utilizes current data of nursing facility administration and skilled nursing care within the context of the larger long-term care field Case studies throughout the textbook address real-world situations and experiences for administrators and managers in nursing facility administration and skilled nursing care Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers Qualified Instructors can gain access to the book's accompanying Instructor's Manual
Information and Communication Technology (Ict) Frameworks in Telehealth
Making Genetics and Genomics Policy in Britain
This important book traces the history of genetics and genomics policy in Britain. Detailing the scientific, political and economic factors that have informed policy and the development of new health services, the book highlights the particular importance of the field of Public Health Genomics.
The Paramedic Internship Guidebook
This book was designed to be used by both the paramedic intern and paramedic preceptor to help with consistency when it comes to patient assessments and running calls as a student. Think condensed-down paramedic book filled with important details. Reviewing this book as a student allows the student to become consistent and gives them clear, concise goals toward becoming a great paramedic. This book is not geared toward any one specific county, and it is still recommended that you all follow local protocols, guidelines, policies, and procedures.At the young age of twenty years old, I completed my paramedic internship with Mark Poyer at the San Francisco Fire Department. I noticed that my patient assessments became stronger and had better flow when I started to use this book. It is quick and easy to refer to while riding in the back of a moving ambulance. This book is great for anyone who is interested in improving their patient assessments, differential diagnosis, and skills. This is a must read for paramedic interns. Even for someone who is interested in a career in EMS to a seasoned paramedic, I highly recommend this book. Using this book will make you more confident and help you with remembering important questions to ask patients while you are under pressure and exposed to stress on calls. Thank you, Mark, for setting me up for success in my career and giving me a good experience. I am a successful paramedic today because of you. (Ryan W. Bockholt)There's always so much to think about during your internship, especially when you are running your first call. During my first briefing with my preceptor, I was set to run our very first call to see what level my assessments were at. I was extremely nervous; mostly because I wanted to do right by my patient and because I wanted to impress my preceptor. I was rusty with the type of questions I would ask during specific calls, but then I was introduced to this guidebook. It is the most creative and helpful thing I have read since paramedic school. I had it with me everywhere I went, even when I wasn't interning. I love how easy it is to read. Even at a moment's notice, I could quickly refer to it on the way to calls. Slowly but surely, my questioning started to become more on point and made me feel more confident in my assessments and differentials. To this day, I still carry it on me and review it before and after calls. I am now a full-time paramedic. Thanks, Mark! (Douglas Diaz)Mark Poyer's The Paramedic Internship Guidebook is a must have for any paramedic student! It will help you with all aspects of your assessment, working diagnoses, and field impressions. The most helpful section for me was the common home medications guide. I keep my guidebook with me wherever I go, and you should too! (Brian Gordon)" The Paramedic Internship Guidebook" by Mark Poyer is an excellent tool for paramedic students during their field internship, capstone evaluation and as review source for the NREMT cognitive exam. It provides a concise breakdown of the minimal entry level competencies for paramedic learners and can be a wonderful tool for establishing mutual expectations between the student and their preceptor.Kenneth Reed, BS, NR-ParamedicParamedic InstructorEMT/AEMT Program DirectorNortheast State Community CollegeAs a 40-year paramedic provider/EMS educator I highly recommend this field guide for all entry level practitioners, as well as seasoned experienced providers. A great resource for those preparing for their field clinical evaluation or studying for NREMT examinations. This guide is a must for rapid and accurate assessments. Robert Young Retired FIRE/EMS Educa
Pulmonary Function Measurement in Noninvasive Ventilatory Support
This book comprehensively addresses the use of pulmonary function measurement for the evaluation, screening and timing of noninvasive mechanical ventilation (NIMV) from hospital to home care. To do so, it describes three clinical stages of NIMV support: before NIV, to detect early markers and determine whether NIV is appropriate; during NIV, to evaluate NIV response; and in long-term NIV support. Additionally, it assesses a range of complementary health care organizations (pulmonary function labs, pneumology wards, semi-intensive care units and home mechanical ventilation programs), techniques (chest physiotherapy/airway secretions, etc.) and applications. In closing, the book offers practical recommendations on how noninvasive ventilation and lung function measurement can improve outcomes and quality of life, making it a valuable resource for all specialists, e.g. intensivists and pneumologists, as well as anesthesiologists and therapists.
Successful Leadership in Academic Medicine
Good leadership in medicine is crucial, but unfortunately, often woefully inadequate. Those chosen to lead often have limited experience in leadership themselves, or worse, are appointed because of achievements that have nothing to do with their ability to lead. Serving as a guide for those in, or considering, leadership positions in medicine, this book demonstrates how to play to one's strengths and effectively recognise and overcome weaknesses. Describing how to form a functional team, and align your goals with those of upper leadership, advice is applicable to all disciplines and hierarchy structures. The author, David Greer, is a renowned clinician and educator, and has held department chair positions in several prestigious institutions, positioning him perfectly to educate on the qualities of a successful leader. Readers will learn how to work within a team, manage unforeseen crises and to embrace mistakes as opportunities for growth.
FACILITATOR GUIDE for Core Competencies of Civility in Nursing & Healthcare
Incivility and other workplace aggressions have a significant impact on the lives of healthcare professionals, faculty, and students, as well as the patients and families in their care. Incivility in academic and practice environments can provoke uncertainty and self-doubt, weaken self-confidence, and cause detrimental and lasting effects on individuals, teams, and organizations. These behaviors can fracture relationships and result in life-threatening mistakes, preventable complications, harm, or even the death of a patient.In Core Competencies of Civility in Nursing & Healthcare, Cynthia Clark-a nurse-leader dedicated to organizational change and an unwavering advocate for civility and dignity for all-provides an abundance of practical solutions to create and sustain communities of civility, diversity, inclusion, and respect in academic and healthcare environments. Using a wealth of evidence-based interventions, hands-on tools, and scholarly resources, this book expands current thinking on the topic of civility to create and support healthy, productive work and learning environments for the benefit of all.
Ent Secrets
For more than 30 years, the highly regarded Secrets Series(R) has provided students and practitioners in all areas of health care with concise, focused, and engaging resources for quick reference and exam review. ENT Secrets, 5th Edition, offers practical, up-to-date coverage of the full range of essential topics in this dynamic field. This highly regarded resource features the Secrets' popular question-and-answer format that also includes lists, tables, pearls, memory aids, and an easy-to-read style - making inquiry, reference, and review quick, easy, and enjoyable.The proven Secrets Series(R) format gives you the most return for your time - succinct, easy to read, engaging, and highly effectiveCoverage includes the full range of topics in otolaryngology, from basic science to obstructive sleep apnea to the aging neck and faceNew chapters cover pharyngitis and laryngitis, evaluation of hearing, hearing loss and ototoxicity, and cochlear implantsFully revised and updated, including protocols and guidelines that are continuously evolving and that increasingly dictate best practicesTop 100 Secrets and Key Points boxes provide a fast overview of the secrets you must know for success in practice and on examsBulleted lists, mnemonics, practical tips from global leaders in the field - all providing a concise overview of important board-relevant contentPortable size makes it easy to carry with you for quick reference or review anywhere, anytimeEnhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices
The Practice of Psychiatry in General Hospitals
The Practice of Psychiatry in General Hospitals offers an insightful historical and practical analysis of the evolving role of psychiatry within mainstream medical institutions. Tracing the roots of mental health treatment from the era when psychological disorders were attributed to supernatural forces to the modern integration of psychiatric care in general hospitals, this book highlights the critical transformations in medical attitudes and infrastructure. It underscores the damaging consequences of isolating mental health from general medicine, particularly the long-standing practice of relegating psychiatric care to distant asylums rather than incorporating it into comprehensive hospital settings. This study provides a compelling argument for the inclusion of psychiatric units in general hospitals, emphasizing the benefits of accessible, interdisciplinary care. The author critiques lingering prejudices that continue to limit the full integration of mental health services, advocating for a model in which psychiatric wards function as seamlessly as surgical or obstetric units. The book explores the advantages of this approach, including improved diagnostics, enhanced training for medical professionals, and reduced stigma for patients receiving mental health treatment. Essential reading for healthcare professionals, administrators, and medical educators, The Practice of Psychiatry in General Hospitals presents a persuasive case for the full recognition of psychiatry as an essential medical discipline, reinforcing the need for a holistic, inclusive healthcare system. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1956.
Cancer Confidential
Each year, almost twenty million people worldwide receive the grim diagnosis of cancer, yet few are prepared for the difficult emotional journey ahead.Shortly after Dr. Charles Hayter graduated as a cancer specialist, his father was diagnosed with terminal cancer. As with many doctors, he found that his medical training did not prepare him for the anguish and turmoil he witnessed in himself, his patients, and their loved ones - anguish often worsened by the stigma and shame surrounding cancer and radiation. In Cancer Confidential, Dr. Hayter shares behind-the-scenes stories of people dealing with cancer and death - often through avoidance, denial, and conflict, but also as shining examples of quiet courage, resilience, and humour.The backdrop for the stories is the specialty of radiation oncology. One in three cancer patients will receive radiation therapy, yet it remains a mysterious and often maligned area of medicine.Told in a vivid, dramatic style, Cancer Confidential sheds light on this poorly understood field and reveals intimate stories of individuals and their families in difficult circumstances. It will lend insight, compassion, and support to anyone facing the diagnosis of cancer.
The Practice of Psychiatry in General Hospitals
The Practice of Psychiatry in General Hospitals offers an insightful historical and practical analysis of the evolving role of psychiatry within mainstream medical institutions. Tracing the roots of mental health treatment from the era when psychological disorders were attributed to supernatural forces to the modern integration of psychiatric care in general hospitals, this book highlights the critical transformations in medical attitudes and infrastructure. It underscores the damaging consequences of isolating mental health from general medicine, particularly the long-standing practice of relegating psychiatric care to distant asylums rather than incorporating it into comprehensive hospital settings. This study provides a compelling argument for the inclusion of psychiatric units in general hospitals, emphasizing the benefits of accessible, interdisciplinary care. The author critiques lingering prejudices that continue to limit the full integration of mental health services, advocating for a model in which psychiatric wards function as seamlessly as surgical or obstetric units. The book explores the advantages of this approach, including improved diagnostics, enhanced training for medical professionals, and reduced stigma for patients receiving mental health treatment. Essential reading for healthcare professionals, administrators, and medical educators, The Practice of Psychiatry in General Hospitals presents a persuasive case for the full recognition of psychiatry as an essential medical discipline, reinforcing the need for a holistic, inclusive healthcare system. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1956.
Digital Health Care in Taiwan
This open access book introduces the National Health Insurance (NHI) system of Taiwan with a particular emphasis on its application of digital technology to improve healthcare access and quality. The authors explicate how Taiwan integrates its strong Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry with 5G to construct an information system that facilitates medical information exchange, collects data for planning and research, refines medical claims review procedures and even assists in fighting COVID-19. Taiwan's NHI, launched in 1995, is a single-payer system funded primarily through payroll-based premiums. It covers all citizens and foreign residents with the same comprehensive benefits without the long waiting times seen in other single-payer systems. Though premium rate adjustment and various reforms were carried out in 2010, the NHI finds itself at a crossroads over its financial stability. With the advancement of technologies and an aging population, it faces challenges of expanding coverage to newly developed treatments and diagnosis methods and applying the latest innovations to deliver telemedicine and more patient-centered services. The NHI, like the national health systems of other countries, also needs to address the privacy concerns of the personal health data it collects and the issues regarding opening this data for research or commercial use. In this book, the 12 chapters cover the history, characteristics, current status, innovations and future reform plans of the NHI in the digital era. Topics explored include: Income Strategy Payment StructurePursuing Health EquityInfrastructure of the Medical Information SystemInnovative Applications of the Medical InformationApplications of Big Data and Artificial IntelligenceDigital Health Care in Taiwan is essential reading for academicresearchers and students in healthcare administration, health policy, health systems research, and health services delivery, as well as policymakers and public officials in relevant government departments. It also would appeal to academics, practitioners, and other professionals in public health, health sciences, social welfare, and health and biotechnology law.
Digital Health Care in Taiwan
This open access book introduces the National Health Insurance (NHI) system of Taiwan with a particular emphasis on its application of digital technology to improve healthcare access and quality. The authors explicate how Taiwan integrates its strong Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry with 5G to construct an information system that facilitates medical information exchange, collects data for planning and research, refines medical claims review procedures and even assists in fighting COVID-19. Taiwan's NHI, launched in 1995, is a single-payer system funded primarily through payroll-based premiums. It covers all citizens and foreign residents with the same comprehensive benefits without the long waiting times seen in other single-payer systems. Though premium rate adjustment and various reforms were carried out in 2010, the NHI finds itself at a crossroads over its financial stability. With the advancement of technologies and an aging population, it faces challenges of expanding coverage to newly developed treatments and diagnosis methods and applying the latest innovations to deliver telemedicine and more patient-centered services. The NHI, like the national health systems of other countries, also needs to address the privacy concerns of the personal health data it collects and the issues regarding opening this data for research or commercial use. In this book, the 12 chapters cover the history, characteristics, current status, innovations and future reform plans of the NHI in the digital era. Topics explored include: Income Strategy Payment StructurePursuing Health EquityInfrastructure of the Medical Information SystemInnovative Applications of the Medical InformationApplications of Big Data and Artificial IntelligenceDigital Health Care in Taiwan is essential reading for academicresearchers and students in healthcare administration, health policy, health systems research, and health services delivery, as well as policymakers and public officials in relevant government departments. It also would appeal to academics, practitioners, and other professionals in public health, health sciences, social welfare, and health and biotechnology law.
Everyday Chemicals
What is the likelihood that common chemicals such as bisphenol-A, which is found in plastic water bottles, are harming us? Should shoppers be concerned about pesticide residues on fruits and vegetables in the supermarket produce aisle? Are we risking adverse health effects when we use insect repellent that contains DEET or slather on sunscreen? Modern life requires us to navigate an endless sea of chemicals. How do we know whether we need to worry about them? This book is a layperson's guide to understanding chemical risk. The toxicologist Gerald A. LeBlanc offers a nontechnical overview of the key factors in evaluating whether exposure to chemicals in our daily lives could be harmful. He leads readers through the basic concepts of risk assessment using real-world examples. LeBlanc emphasizes that chemical hazard depends on the level of exposure and provides practical strategies for sensible decision making. The book features a series of accessible case studies describing how we all can reach rational conclusions about the danger of typical chemical exposures we experience every day. Giving nonexpert readers the tools to understand chemical risks, this book shows how critical thinking and science literacy can help us live with less fear and anxiety and make reasonable choices when confronted with potential hazards.
Talking Health
The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the need for health professionals to communicate more clearly about what public health is and why it matters. Public health in the United States has been underfunded, undervalued, and misunderstood largely because of the unclear and inconsistent way health leaders talk about it. Talking Health is intended to help public health and allied professionals communicate about public health more effectively - whether they need to reach policymakers, community partners, the media, or the public. Many people who are trained in medicine or public health have never had to "sell" ideas or policies to uninformed or skeptical partners, but the insights, tools, and resources included in this book can provide a first step toward better communications and stronger partnerships. This book is based on original research and insights by social scientists and seasoned communications professionals at the FrameWorks Institute and Hattaway Communications. It provides practical tools such as tested messaging and effective metaphors to help professionals avoid messages that backfire, answer challenging questions, reframe public health assumptions, and draw on the power of anecdotes while sharing important data. Drawing together leading experts across media and public health, Talking Health is a practical and powerful starting point for those ready to change how public health is viewed and valued in our nation.
Compendious Hospital Management
The book has been designed keeping in mind the needs of young professionals studying heath management. The topics underlined in this book are still new topics for students who've just finished an undergraduate degree in medical school; therefore, this attempts to shed a comprehensive light on the themes under health management While it gains some importance while one is studying Community and Family Medicine at one's postgraduate level, there is still a dearth of good books that explain the ideas of health management with conciseness and clarity.This book, in fact, can also be a ready reckoner for senior management professionals in all academic pursuits, and has been penned with the utmost enthusiasm and dynamism by author and mentor Dr Arti Reddy. A pioneer in the field of research, Dr Reddy remains ever ready to help beginners achieve their dreams and that is exactly what she hopes to channel through her work. This book was completed under her mentorship, as well as with the collaboration of a number of esteemed authors who contributed to it proactively, despite the tribulations of dealing with COVID in their hospitals in an individual capacity.It is also a book "for the times"; having been envisioned during the pandemic, a brief on how set ups are made, and how therapies evolve over time have also been incorporated. The authors of this book look forward to readers who don't merely want to pass exams but understand the nitty-gritty of the subject, as learning health management skills in a post pandemic world has become the need of the hour.
Autism in Kids
The book will be of interest not only to parents of children with autism, but also teachers, social workers and other specialists working with autistic individuals - they will benefit from learning about the parents' experiences, problems and inspirations, and will benefit from the tips and suggestions to try in the classroom, respite care, etc.Besides, those who want to know more about autism because they are interested in this condition or have friends who have a child with autism and want to understand and support them will also find many insights that shed light on what their friends experience in their everyday life. In good parenting for kids with autism, you will discover: What precisely autism is - what causes it.The signs and symptoms of autismWhat causes autismThe emotions of kids with autism and how to face them.How to manage external stimuli and avoid the triggers that.The early indications of autismAssistance is available to meet your child's unique needs and support their learning, development, and success in life. Options range from free government services to in-home behavioral treatment and school-based programs.It's essential to look for oneself when caring for a child with asd. Being emotionally resilient enables you to provide the greatest care possible for your child.
Covid-19 and Social Change in Spain
Originating in the popular Sociolog穩a en Cuarantena blog, this volume provides a detailed and multifaceted analysis of the social impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Spain.
So you want to be a CQC Registered Care Home Manager?
"In 2018/19, 6,502 beds were added to the UK elderly care sector but 6,459 beds were also removed despite the population of 85+ increasing by 8% in 5 years. Looking at the closed homes, two-thirds of closed English homes were rated 'inadequate' or 'requires improvement' by the Care Quality Commission." * More than ever, home managers need as much help as possible to keep their CQC ratings high and stay financially viable. In this, his third book on care home leadership, the author shifts his focus from culture and strategy to meet the needs of aspiring and new home managers. In this book, we cover much of what you need to know about landing that home manager's job - and, once you've secured it, how to perform your duties to meet the standards of both the Care Quality Commission and the needs of your residents. *Paraphrased from Knight Frank report, dated 05.07.19: 'Healthcare: Elderly care homes are closing at a time of surging demand'
How to Publish in Biological Sciences
This book is a guide specifically for Early Career Researchers on how to publish in the Biological Sciences. It will guide you through taking your thesis chapters to publication in peer-reviewed journals and disseminating your research more broadly.
MDSAP Vol.5 of 5 USA
This EASY to understand book is ideal for all (Employees & Employers) and other people who are new to MDSAP, ISO 13485, (International Standard) who want to get more out of an established Quality Management System (QMS). Particularly for employees who just need a basic understanding of what MDSAP is and how it applies to them. This Book was written so that anyone at any level of the organization can get to the heart of the standard's requirements and how they apply to the organization quickly and simply.
MDSAP Vol.2 of 5 Brazil
This EASY to understand book is ideal for all (Employees & Employers) and other people who are new to MDSAP, ISO 13485, (International Standard) who want to get more out of an established Quality Management System (QMS). Particularly for employees who just need a basic understanding of what MDSAP is and how it applies to them. This Book was written so that anyone at any level of the organization can get to the heart of the standard's requirements and how they apply to the organization quickly and simply.
MDSAP Vol.3 of 5 Canada
This EASY to understand book is ideal for all (Employees & Employers) and other people who are new to MDSAP, ISO 13485, (International Standard) who want to get more out of an established Quality Management System (QMS). Particularly for employees who just need a basic understanding of what MDSAP is and how it applies to them. This Book was written so that anyone at any level of the organization can get to the heart of the standard's requirements and how they apply to the organization quickly and simply.
MDSAP Vol.1 of 5 Australia
This EASY to understand book is ideal for all (Employees & Employers) and other people who are new to MDSAP, ISO 13485, (International Standard) who want to get more out of an established Quality Management System (QMS). Particularly for employees who just need a basic understanding of what MDSAP is and how it applies to them. This Book was written so that anyone at any level of the organization can get to the heart of the standard's requirements and how they apply to the organization quickly and simply.
MDSAP Vol.4 of 5 Japan
This EASY to understand book is ideal for all (Employees & Employers) and other people who are new to MDSAP, ISO 13485, (International Standard) who want to get more out of an established Quality Management System (QMS). Particularly for employees who just need a basic understanding of what MDSAP is and how it applies to them. This Book was written so that anyone at any level of the organization can get to the heart of the standard's requirements and how they apply to the organization quickly and simply.
Through The Eyes of a Survivor - TBI
Find out more about Traumatic Brain Injury through the eyes of a survivor. Find out what it feels like to be looking from the inside out. Some of what you will read about in this book is not available in any other books.Once exposed to TBI, the family and partner normally take on the unrewarding role of caregiver, never considering for a second that they don't have any formal training. Diving headfirst into a situation they know very little about, they may find themselves in the deep end, having bitten off more than they can chew.Informal caregiving is a relentless and demanding job with little to no reward. It is a role taken on out of love, unconditional love for the person they are caring for. The limits of many relationships get tested and pushed to their limits. Few can endure such an extreme challenge.I wrote this book to help enlighten the informal-caregiving family about what they can expect. You will find tips on making things easier for your loved ones and yourself. You will have a better understanding of why they behave the way they do.Learn about what each therapist does and why it's so important that they attend all those therapy sessions.Want to know if support groups are for you? Learn more about them and how they can help you all to let off some steam without resorting to the boxing ring. Confused by the language the doctors are speaking? Don't be. Our layperson's explanations of the Neuro terminology will help you understand their language. Those blank stares will be the past.
Freedom Formula for Physicians
When doctors saved his daughter's life when she was born nearly four months premature, Dave Denniston, CFA, instantly knew what his mission in life would be- fatherhood and helping doctors. He has spent every day since using his financial expertise to help physicians to realize their financial dreams. Inside, you will learn his proven system, the Freedom Formula for Physicians, which provides a five-step strategy for sound financial planning specifically tailored to the financial challenges of being a doctor. - Keep MORE of your hard-earned money while paying off school loans FASTER - Learn the hidden tax savings and strategies that could save you THOUSANDS of dollars - Reduce your taxable income in five ways WITHOUT taking a pay-cut - Learn the 10-minute test that you could apply EVERY YEAR to protect your portfolio from shocking losses & ensure you don't have to start over again - Protect your family without paying thousands of dollars to an attorney using these three FREE tips - Retire comfortably and STAY RETIRED Freedom Formula for Physicians is your guide to discovering where you are financially, aligning your priorities, and moving straight ahead to a longer, financially stress-free retirement. For regular videos updates and newsletters on a variety of financial subjects, go to www.daviddenniston.com/physicians or contact him at dave@daviddenniston.com
Phoenix Leadership
Today's healthcare leaders are facing challenges unlike ever before. New healthcare laws, reimbursement models and regulations unnerve even the most senior of leaders resulting in increasingly shorter tenures of those in leadership positions. The modern healthcare leader needs to be increasingly resilient but all relevant to their organizations and the industry. Phoenix Leadership: The Healthcare Executive's Strategy for Relevance and Resilience provides a brand new, innovative concept, that of the Phoenix Leader, with proven strategies and approaches to evolve your leadership approach to one that is flexible, powerful and effective. The attributes of the Phoenix Leader include: A strong sense of selfEffective interpersonal relationshipsAbility to build an empowered workforceInnovativeResilience This book introduces a brand-new paradigm created by Val Gokenbach for leadership in complex organizations and provides effective strategies that will guide leaders in the healthcare field. Val possesses a doctoral degree in Management and organizational leadership and has been a healthcare executive for over 40 years. She is also a leadership consultant, professor, executive coach and author on leadership topics. You, as a healthcare leader, will learn to reinvent yourself by putting her proven concepts into effect to become a Phoenix in your organization.
Data Integrity in Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices Regulation Operations
Data integrity is fundamental in a pharmaceutical and medical devices quality system. This book provides practical information to enable compliance with data integrity, while highlighting and efficiently integrating worldwide regulation into the subject. The ideas presented in this book are based on many years' experience in regulated industries in various computer systems development, maintenance, and quality functions. In addition to case studies, a practical approach will be presented to increase efficiency and to ensure that the design and testing of the data integrity controls are correctly achieved.
