How to Build a Million Dollar Cash Practice
Dr. Dalal Akoury is a respected physician specializing in regenerative medicine, with a focus on holistic wellness, integrative caner care, and anti-aging therapies. She is the founder of AWARE med Health And Wellness Resource Center, where she applies her extensive experience and expertise in combining traditional and alternative medical approaches to healing. Dr. Akoury is reowned for her advocacy of a multi-dimensional health care model centered on the understanding of cellular nutrition and detoxification.
How to Build a Million Dollar Cash Practice
Dr. Dalal Akoury is a respected physician specializing in regenerative medicine, with a focus on holistic wellness, integrative caner care, and anti-aging therapies. She is the founder of AWARE med Health And Wellness Resource Center, where she applies her extensive experience and expertise in combining traditional and alternative medical approaches to healing. Dr. Akoury is reowned for her advocacy of a multi-dimensional health care model centered on the understanding of cellular nutrition and detoxification.
Ambulatory Medicine
This guide began as a manual for family medicine residents. Over time it evolved into a fairly complete coverage of most of the outpatient issues seen in their training. In response to their urging, I set out on the journey to convert the manual into the manuscript for this book. The book is intended for primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. It serves three purposes: (1) as a quick reference for primary care providers to use in the clinic when seeing patients, (2) as a textbook, and (3) as a study guide for Board examinations. It covers a great number of topics briefly to allow quick reading. To allow fast access, the chapters are arranged in alphabetical order beginning with Chapter 1: Allergy and ending with Chapter 27: Women's Health. Topics within chapters also are arranged in alphabetical order, again to allow quick access.
Patient Safety - Stories for a digital world
Building on the award-winning book Fix IT: See and Solve the Problems of Digital Healthcare, this quick-read booklet makes the stories of the promises and risks of digital healthcare engaging and accessible to all healthcare and related staff - nurses, doctors, investigators, regulators, digital developers, managers, and politicians. Share this booklet with colleagues.This booklet includes important recommendations on what to do if you are blamed for a safety incident related to digital technologies.
Journeys of Women Leaders Pushing Boundaries in Asia and Healthcare
This book brings together a collective of Women Leaders in Healthcare to share their real-life leadership journey in the Asian continent, from a personal angle (heart) and grounded on science (data). They are connected by a strong passion to help improve patient lives and advance women's leadership in this dynamic, emerging region of Asia, still swaying between tradition and modernity. This is not an academic book but a compendium of inspirational stories meant to provide authentic and pragmatic guidance for women who want to advance their careers in healthcare in Asia, to reduce gender inequality and give a new meaning to the leadership of tomorrow, truly inclusive and diverse.Beyond gender, aspiring leaders can find inspiration from this compendium to succeed in the Asia context, from Japan to India, South East Asia and the Middle East. Although the challenges shared were experienced by the women-authors from diverse backgrounds and leadership, women and men alike can relate to many of the topics covered in the book. The resulting reflections can help the readers more efficiently climb the corporate ladder and become better leaders, to shape a more equitable future. This book provides insights for organizations in their diversity, equity and inclusion endeavors, to develop policies that foster talents in Asia and provide better support to women in leadership positions. It is also a useful read for students and researchers of leadership and gender studies.
Relationship Between Healthcare Delivery, Public Policy, and Public and Community Health
Relationship Between Healthcare Delivery, Public Policy, and Public and Community Health provides an examination of public health policy and its implications for public and community health services. This content focuses on an exploration of the policy development process, including the legislative process. Public and private health politics are complex and affect services, professional practice, and the healthcare workforce. The policy development process requires engagement from many stakeholders, individual healthcare providers and organizations, and must include input from health professional education, communities and government organizations, insurers, those involved in health policy and health research, and consumers. As with all facets of healthcare services, policy development must consider diversity, equity, and inclusion; the social determinants of health; disparities; population health; and vulnerable populations. Individual topics addressed in the guide include the impact of COVID-19 on populational health management and public policy, health literacy, the implementation of public policies, policy funding, and more. Relationship Between Healthcare Delivery, Public Policy, and Public and Community Health is part of the Cognella Series on Public and Community Health Nursing, a collection of concise, informative guides that explore critical topical areas, their nursing application, and their relationship to nursing practice.
Doctor-Patient Communication Skills
With the use of common, practical real-life analogies, the author is able to use clinical vignettes to breakdown often complex medical issues into concepts that are easy for patients/families to understand. Dr. Bush is an interventional/clinical cardiologist that has practiced at The Cleveland Clinic (Weston) since 1990. His practice consists of performing invasive/interventional procedures, clinical cardiology, and in mentoring the next generation of cardiologists. He currently has a "5 star" rating with every major internet healthcare grading service, and previous accolades have included: Clinician of the Year, Award for Excellence in Doctor Communication, Master Clinician Award, and listed in Castle Connolly Top Doctors for the past 25+ years. This book is written for health care providers, with a major focus on medical students, residents, fellows, and early career physicians. With little emphasis on doctor-patient communication skills during formal training, these essential skills have to be developed on the job. Although many of the clinical examples relate to cardiology patients, the thought process can be applied not only to other areas in medicine, but to other professions as well. The author was motivated by the feedback received over the years from the countless trainees that he has mentored, but more importantly, by the many patients whose life he has impacted. The reader will find this information not only enjoyable, but will leave with a rejuvenated passion towards patient care. Success in this area will translate into improved patient compliance, improved physician satisfaction, reduced liability, and most importantly, improved patient outcomes.
Handbook of Physician Mental Health
This definitive textbook on Practitioner Health mixes academic rigour with practitioner and patient experiences. The book covers all aspects of care relevant to any regulated health professional, focusing on the care of doctors and nurses with mental illness. The book builds on themes introduced in the award-winning publication Beneath the White Coat: Doctors, Their Minds and Mental Health from the same author. It provides an invaluable 'how to manage' companion to supplement and enhance the broader issues relating to doctors and mental illness addressed in that first book.Drawing together 15 years of expertise in caring for more than 30,000 doctors with mental illness, the book is relevant to any health professional working in clinical practice and will be essential reading for those who regulate, appraise, train and support health practitioners across various disciplines.
Journal of Best Practices in Health Professions Diversity, Fall 2022
The Journal of Best Practices in Health Professions Diversity: Research, Education and Policy is an open access journal published by Winston-Salem State University with support from the National Association of Medical Minority Educators. Visit www.uncpress.org for open access links and more information. Articles in Volume 15, Number 2 (Fall 2022) are: - "He Called All the Male Students Doctor and Me by My First Name" Exploring Clinical Clerkship Learning Environments- Mayo Clinic CARES - An Innovative Pathway Program Demonstrating the Power of Mentorship- Work/Family Conflict among African-American Nurses Attending College- Standard Rhetoric: Medical Students Examine whether LCME Standards Provide Guidance for Statements Opposing Racism- Exploring Ethics as a Foundation for Higher Education Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives: A Scoping Review and Recommendations from Ricoeur's "Petite 矇thique"- Evaluating the Impact of Engagement in Diversity Recruitment Initiatives on Students' Progression
Health Promotion
Health Promotion: The Basics introduces the fundamental theories and key concepts within this important area of health and social care, and translates these into practice. The chapters are structured around the WHO's Ottawa Charter (1986) and looks at health promotion on an individual and a societal level.
Thinking about Thinking
Why do some clinicians make better decisions than others? Do all clinicians become better decision-makers over time?Is decision-making in healthcare an independent and trainable skill? This book is about the practice of medicine and the decision-making of the people we entrust with our care. While treatments, technologies and professional roles have evolved over the years, the essential act of decision-making has remained constant.Through personal experience, research and feedback from colleagues across healthcare, the authors examine how metacognition - or thinking about thinking - can provide a toolkit with which to improve the decision-making of all healthcare professionals.The rise of digital tools and AI-based clinical support systems makes this a critical time to grasp how human decision-makers operate and how to best harness the increasing volume of healthcare data available.This is a thought-provoking read for professionals and curious minds alike, packed with ideas and practical advice about how to improve decision-making in healthcare and deliver better outcomes for patients.
Thinking about Thinking
Why do some clinicians make better decisions than others? Do all clinicians become better decision-makers over time?Is decision-making in healthcare an independent and trainable skill? This book is about the practice of medicine and the decision-making of the people we entrust with our care. While treatments, technologies and professional roles have evolved over the years, the essential act of decision-making has remained constant.Through personal experience, research and feedback from colleagues across healthcare, the authors examine how metacognition - or thinking about thinking - can provide a toolkit with which to improve the decision-making of all healthcare professionals.The rise of digital tools and AI-based clinical support systems makes this a critical time to grasp how human decision-makers operate and how to best harness the increasing volume of healthcare data available.This is a thought-provoking read for professionals and curious minds alike, packed with ideas and practical advice about how to improve decision-making in healthcare and deliver better outcomes for patients.
The MENA Region and COVID-19
Focusing on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, which comprises some of the world's richest countries next to some of the poorest, this book offers excellent insights into the discriminatory consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.With a geographic focus on the MENA region, the multidisciplinary case studies collected in this edited volume reveal that the coronavirus's impact patterns are a question of two variables: governance performance and socioeconomic potency. Given the global, unprecedented, complex, and systemic nature of COVID-19 - and its long-term implications for societies, governments, international organisations, citizens and corporations - this volume entails a relevance to regions undergoing similar dynamics. Analyses in the book, therefore, have implications for the comparative study of the pandemic and its impact on societies around the globe. Understanding related dynamics and implications, and making use of lessons learned, are a pathway to deal with future similar crises. Questions covered in the volume are relevant to geopolitics, social implications and the relations between political leaders and citizens as beings embedded in various strategies of communication. The volume will appeal to scholars of international politics, political science, risk or crisis governance, economics and sociology, human rights and security, political communication and public health.The Open Access version of this book, available at http: //www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution- Non Commercial- No Derivatives 4.0 licence.
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.
Life Science Careers
This book is written for the many Life Science PhD students who may pursue careers outside of academic research. Even though the biggest portion of students will ultimately pursue other paths, university education trains them mostly for the academic track. Students often miss information, resources, contacts, or opportunities to explore other options. In response, the editors assembled a diverse group of authors from all fields related to Life Science research. The chapters offer a peek behind the curtain of each industry and offer guidance on how to move towards such roles. Through a high level of uniformity, students will get a plethora of career stories, each providing job opportunities, job descriptions, resources, and useful contact information. The purpose of this volume is to illustrate the many excellent opportunities that are available to life science PhDs, which will still allow them to make significant contributions to science.
Late Fragment
This book is a study of the last stages of human life and the thoughts, fears, hopes, and actions of those humans living in it. It is intended to guide us through the challenges of today's longer lives to ensure relevance, purpose, and joy.
Your Tube
Your Tube is a beacon of empowerment for anyone who relies on a feeding tube for nutrition and hydration. The book adopts a reader-friendly approach by demystifying nutrition jargon and presenting personalisation of tube feeding nutrition in an accessible manner. Throughout the book, you will find valuable insights, practical tips and guidance to empower you on your journey toward tubie wellbeing. Your Tube encourages you to take control of your health, ask specific questions of your care team and nurture your body, mind and spirit. It serves as a roadmap for a transformative path toward a more vibrant life with a feeding tube, with you firmly in the driver's seat. Your Tube is a comprehensive resource for anyone seeking to navigate the world of tube feeding with knowledge, confidence and intention.
Annual Report of the Superintendent and Board of Managers of the State Epileptic Colony at Abilene, Texas.
This annual report from the State Epileptic Colony at Abilene, Texas, offers a comprehensive overview of the work and accomplishments of this important institution in the early 20th century. Featuring detailed statistics, personal anecdotes, and insights into the challenges facing epileptics and their caregivers at the time, this report is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of healthcare.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Medical Colleges of the United States and of Foreign Countries 1914
Get a comprehensive overview of medical education across the United States and around the world with this detailed guide from the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals. This book provides valuable insights into the curricula, faculty, and facilities of hundreds of medical schools, and is an essential resource for anyone considering a career in medicine.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Elevating Your Patient Experience from Ordinary to Exceptional
Create an exceptional experience for your patients, and those patients will happily pay you for it.Patient satisfaction is no longer relevant. Patient experience, however, is relevant now more than ever.Patients today are proactive and armed with knowledge. Because they have better customer experiences elsewhere, they have come to expect, if not demand, a new way of interacting with you-their doctors and healthcare providers.In our Experience Economy, people will always pay more for a superior experience: Starbucks turned the traditional "grab a cup of Joe and go" service into a lounge concept where people may linger, eat treats, listen to pleasant music, and enjoy free Wi-Fi.Amazon has primed their customers with immediate benefits of the Buy Now button. Apple has demonstrated how thoughtful and integrated design offers an enjoyable, cohesive experience.Disney, Sandals, Club Med, and Ritz Carlton give their customers such an amazing experience that they actually want to take home memories.Providing an exceptional patient experience, then, is pioneering work for all doctors and providers, whether you're chained to the public health system (like I was), in concierge medicine, or in private practice.This book will show: how your intention and presentation affect whether your patient has a pleasant experience under your care, how your revenue will grow as you pay closer attention to what works and doesn't work in your space, and how your experience is just as relevant as your patients'.By setting and exceeding patient expectations, not only will you be happier, so will your patients. All by you focusing on: Creating a more pleasing working environment for you and your staffProviding for your patients' unseen needs and preferencesElevating patient experience from start to finish, from onboarding to lasting memoriesIf you're running around without enough time to meet the demands of your growing list of patients, and without the mental, physical, and financial resources to do so, then you know something has to change.Creating an exceptional and elevated patient experience is not one more thing to add to your to-do list. It's embedded in everything that you do.Let me show you how.
Outline for History Taking and Physical Examination
This essential guide for medical students and practitioners offers a clear and concise framework for taking patient histories and conducting physical examinations. Developed by the renowned faculty of the University of Toronto's medical school, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to improve their diagnostic skills.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Council on Medical Education of The American Association
This informative guide offers a detailed examination of medical education in the United States in the early 20th century. The authors explore the history of medical education, the role of accreditation in medical schools, and the latest developments in medical training programs. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine and medical education in America.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Elevating Your Patient Experience from Ordinary to Exceptional
Create an exceptional experience for your patients, and those patients will happily pay you for it.Patient satisfaction is no longer relevant. Patient experience, however, is relevant now more than ever.Patients today are proactive and armed with knowledge. Because they have better customer experiences elsewhere, they have come to expect, if not demand, a new way of interacting with you-their doctors and healthcare providers.In our Experience Economy, people will always pay more for a superior experience: Starbucks turned the traditional "grab a cup of Joe and go" service into a lounge concept where people may linger, eat treats, listen to pleasant music, and enjoy free Wi-Fi.Amazon has primed their customers with immediate benefits of the Buy Now button. Apple has demonstrated how thoughtful and integrated design offers an enjoyable, cohesive experience.Disney, Sandals, Club Med, and Ritz Carlton give their customers such an amazing experience that they actually want to take home memories.Providing an exceptional patient experience, then, is pioneering work for all doctors and providers, whether you're chained to the public health system (like I was), in concierge medicine, or in private practice.This book will show: how your intention and presentation affect whether your patient has a pleasant experience under your care, how your revenue will grow as you pay closer attention to what works and doesn't work in your space, and how your experience is just as relevant as your patients'.By setting and exceeding patient expectations, not only will you be happier, so will your patients. All by you focusing on: Creating a more pleasing working environment for you and your staffProviding for your patients' unseen needs and preferencesElevating patient experience from start to finish, from onboarding to lasting memoriesIf you're running around without enough time to meet the demands of your growing list of patients, and without the mental, physical, and financial resources to do so, then you know something has to change.Creating an exceptional and elevated patient experience is not one more thing to add to your to-do list. It's embedded in everything that you do.Let me show you how.
United States Sanitary Commission Bulletin; Volume 1
Established during the American Civil War, the United States Sanitary Commission was a pioneering public health organization that played a key role in reducing the mortality rate of Union soldiers. This bulletin contains reports and articles by the commission's staff and volunteers, providing a fascinating glimpse into the development of modern public health practices.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Annual Report of the New York County Visiting Committee for Bellevue and Other Public Hospitals; Volume 24
This report documents the experiences and observations of the visiting committee for Bellevue and other public hospitals in New York County. Readers will gain a deeper insight into the state of public hospitals and health care in this region.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Clinical Lectures on the Practice of Medicine. To Which is Prefixed a Criticism by Professor Trousseau. Reprinted From the 2d ed. (Edited by the Late Dr. Neligan.); Volume 1
This book is a collection of clinical lectures on the practice of medicine, edited by Dr. Robert James Graves. It includes a criticism by Professor Trousseau, reprinted from the 2nd edition of the lectures, as well as additional commentary by Dr. Neligan. This book is perfect for medical students, doctors, and anyone interested in the history of medicine.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The New Harvard Medical School
The New Harvard Medical School is a comprehensive guide to the world-renowned institution that has been at the forefront of medical education and research for over 200 years. With profiles of faculty, students, and alumni, as well as a detailed history of the school, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of medicine.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Catalogue of Microscopes and Accessories
For scientists, researchers, and medical professionals, having access to the right tools and equipment is essential. This comprehensive catalogue offers a wide range of high-quality microscopes, microtomes, and laboratory supplies, as well as instruments for clinical diagnosis. Whether you're working in a hospital, a research laboratory, or a university, Charles Lentz & Sons has the equipment you need to succeed.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Annual Report of the New York County Visiting Committee for Bellevue and Other Public Hospitals, Volumes 27-31
The State Charities Aid Association was a pioneering organization that worked to improve the conditions of public hospitals in New York City. This volume contains the annual reports of the New York County Visiting Committee for Bellevue and Other Public Hospitals, which was established by the association to oversee the care of patients in these institutions. The reports provide a detailed account of the committee's activities, as well as information on the hospitals' finances, staff, and patients. The volume is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of public health and hospital reform.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Student's Guide to Clinical Medicine and Case-Taking
This comprehensive guide provides medical students with the skills needed to navigate clinical medicine and perform effective patient case-taking. Dr. Francis Warner draws on his extensive experience as a clinician to provide practical advice and real-world examples to help students develop their diagnostic and communication skills.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Medical Works of Francisco Lopez De Villalbos, the Celebrated Court Physician of Spain
This groundbreaking translation brings to English-speaking readers the medical writings of Francisco L籀pez de Villalobos, the court physician to King Philip II of Spain. Villalobos was a pioneer in the use of both traditional and new medical techniques, and his work sheds light on the practice of medicine in 16th and 17th century Europe. Translator George Gaskoin provides invaluable commentary and introductory material, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the intersection of science and culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Westminster Hospital Reports; Volume 3
The Westminster Hospital is one of the most important institutions of its kind in the UK, providing high-quality care to patients from all walks of life. This book, which collects together a series of reports about the hospital, offers a unique insight into its workings and the challenges it faces. Written by the professionals who work there, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in health care delivery in the UK today.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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.
Annual Report, Volumes 1-20
This report provides a detailed account of the operations of the New York State Hospital from 1871 to 1891. The report includes statistical data, such as the number of patients admitted, discharged, and treated over the years. The detailed analysis of the hospital's medical and administrative activities makes this volume a valuable resource for researchers, historians, and medical practitioners. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Curbilder, Mit Bezug Auf Cholera
First published in 1866, 'Curbilder mit Bezug auf Cholera' is a seminal work exploring the use of visualization techniques in medical education. Author Bogislav Konrad Kr羹gerhansen provides detailed illustrations of the symptoms of cholera and other diseases, accompanied by thorough explanations of the underlying anatomy and physiology. This book remains a valuable resource for medical students and practitioners alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Cornell University Medical Bulletin, Volume 11, Issue 1
The Cornell University Medical Bulletin was a periodical published by the medical school of Cornell University. This issue, from volume 11, covers various topics related to medicine and healthcare in the early 20th century, including tuberculosis, diabetes, and dentistry.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Medical Interpreter
This publication provides an overview of best practices and standards for medical interpretation, a growing field that addresses the communication barriers between patients and healthcare providers who speak different languages. Ideal for language professionals, healthcare administrators and practitioners, and anyone interested in promoting cultural competency in healthcare.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Harvard Medical Alumni Bulletin, Volumes 1-5
This collection of Harvard Medical Alumni Bulletins includes the first five volumes of the publication, covering the years 1926-1930. Filled with updates on alumni achievements, academic research, and medical news, these bulletins provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of medicine in the early 20th century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
A Catalogue From 1834 To 1872 Of The Professors, Other Instructors, And Alumni
This catalogue provides a detailed account of the faculty, alumni, and history of the Tulane University School of Medicine. It includes an analysis of the medical curriculum and highlights the contributions of the institution to the field of medicine.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Sanitary Condition Of Great Yarmouth
A groundbreaking study of public health practices in Great Yarmouth, this book by Charles Alexander Lockhart Robertson provides valuable insights into the challenges of maintaining public health in a rapidly growing urban environment. With its detailed analysis of sanitation and disease prevention measures, this book remains relevant today for public health professionals and urban planners.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Major Symptoms of Hysteria
In this seminal work from the early 20th century, French psychologist Pierre Janet provides a comprehensive and groundbreaking account of hysteria and its symptoms. Drawing on years of clinical research, Janet develops a theory of hysteria that addresses the physiological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to the disorder. His lectures capture his insights in a clear and accessible style, and continue to inform contemporary approaches to psychological disorder.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Technology-Enhanced Healthcare Education
The new challenges in healthcare education require new methodological approaches and transparent integration of technology enhanced learning approaches. Technology-Enhanced Healthcare Education promotes the best practices and lessons learnt from COVID-19 and highlights the importance and impact of using information systems to increase levels of health literacy. The chapter authors cover processes such as augmented or virtual reality to allow for distraction and decreased anxiety of the patient and services such as telemedicine and tele-consultation in the follow-up of non-acute patients. These are just a few ways in which health professionals can utilise information systems and transformative technology to increase the quality of health care, levels of health literacy and, thus, increase the health outcomes of their patients. Technology-Enhanced Healthcare Education is an innovative volume for health specialists, educators, higher education medical experts, medical school students and health management professionals. It is key reading for those looking to learn more about the latest developments on active and transformative learning within health education and medical technology (MedTech).
Building Strategic Skills for Better Health
While academic programs prepare public health graduates for the technical challenges of practice, many professionals new to the field also need training in the cross-cutting strategic skills required for successful leadership and management of health agencies. Successful practitioners blend subject matter expertise with administrative and leadership acumen to ensure that improvements in public health reach the communities they serve. Building Strategic Skills for Better Health: A Primer for Public Health Professionals offers a dynamic guide for implementing and developing leadership, management, and advocacy skills to transform public health work across disease-focused services toward integrated population health initiatives. Authored by key leaders in public health, this professional primer defines the nine essential strategic skills for effective public health practice across public health specialties: - Systems and Strategic Thinking- Change Management- Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion- Effective Communication- Resource Management- Data-Based Decision-Making- Policy Engagement- Community Engagement- Cross-Sectoral Partnerships Building Strategic Skills for Better Health equips professionals at all levels with the workforce-readiness tools and knowledge needed to thrive in today's public health agencies.
Every Story Counts
Discover the profound significance of storytelling and narrative in the medical field with, Every Story Counts: Exploring Contemporary Practice Through Narrative Medicine, by Arthur Lazarus, MD, MBA, CPE. A renowned physician and business professional, Lazarus delves into the challenges faced by doctors in an ever-evolving social, cultural, and political landscape. The book is divided into six sections: Section 1: Physician IssuesSection 2: Professional DevelopmentSection 3: Education and TrainingSection 4: Health PolicySection 5: Patient CareSection 6: Practice Management Through this compelling work, medical professionals are empowered to navigate the complexities of modern practice by embracing self-reflection and adhering to a moral compass grounded in integrity, forgiveness, and compassion. The book caters primarily to American physicians and physicians-in-training, offering them invaluable insights. Additionally, healthcare leaders, administrators, regulators, policymakers, allied health professionals, medical educators, historians, economists, and international readers interested in understanding the American healthcare system and its shortcomings will find this book informative. Lazarus sheds light on prevalent issues such as career stagnation, burnout, moral injury, and unfulfilled professional potential. Drawing from personal experiences and encounters with various health systems, he provides a realistic evaluation of contemporary medical practice. Moreover, he highlights the significance of physician leaders and their impact on nonphysician colleagues, emphasizes the importance of physician advocacy, and condemns aggression and incivility in medicine. The book explores physicians' experiences, contrasting their struggles with maladaptive behaviors that lead to depression, suicide, PTSD, imposter syndrome, and substance use disorders. It emphasizes the healing power of resilience, relaxation, introspection, mentorship, and the practice of narrative medicine writing. Additionally, it discusses nonclinical career alternatives and the transition from medicine to management, while also addressing emerging trends in governance and artificial intelligence. For physicians, this book serves as a source of empowerment, self-actualization, self-awareness, and affirmation through shared experiences. It provides career insights spanning both practice and industry, offering moving and impactful stories that resonate from the bedside to the boardroom. Regardless of age or career stage, readers will find practical advice applicable to their training and practice.
Social Work in General Practice
In the early 1970s general practitioners were well aware that they were being asked to deal not only with physical illness in their patients but also with the stresses relating to social and emotional problems. Increasingly often they were working together with health visitors and social workers in attempting to respond more effectively to these demands.Originally published in 1972, this study describes the attachment of a social worker to a group general medical practice in London, indicating why, for all social groups, the general practice is an appropriate point at which psychosocial problems may be identified and treated. The authors describe the nature and range of patients' problems that come to light in the consulting room; how patients present their problems to the social worker; and the kind of help the social worker is able to offer. They explore the extent to which the general practice setting provides opportunities for preventive therapy and further describe how social work in general practice can most effectively be related to existing social services in the community, particularly to the reorganised personal social services. Their findings are supported throughout by illuminating case studies. The book also discusses the integration of the social worker into the general practice team, the problems that have to be solved and the mutual enlightenment that results.This emerges as an extremely encouraging and instructive experiment, which will immediately interest social service departments and social workers, doctors and nurses, both students and those in practice. The wide spectrum of social problems encountered and dealt with by the social worker in a general practice make it a particularly stimulating account.
Organising for Social Change
Originally published in 1976, the aim of this book was to understand the contribution of community work to meeting some of the problems to be found in many of Britain's inner city neighbourhoods. It describes the community work process and the tasks, roles and skills of the professional community worker as he interacts with neighbourhood groups and service agencies. The author also indicates some of the strengths of collective action and its likely benefits and costs to those who participate. The book includes an examination of how to effect changes in the delivery of services from statutory and voluntary agencies, as well as an assessment of the community project of which the author was a staff member. The book is a contribution to the theory of community work and practice, and it is based upon the experience of those who worked in, and used, the Southwark Community Project, established by the National Institute for Social Work. It was written for practitioners, teachers and students of community work, as well as for other closely involved in community affairs such as teachers, playground workers, planners and social workers.
Towards Death with Dignity
The explosion of literature on the once taboo topic of death and dying in the late 1970s had tended to pass the professional social worker by. Originally published in 1981, it was to fill this important gap that Towards Death with Dignity was written. Not since Kubler-Ross's now classic On Death and Dying has a book in the field of terminal care been informed by so much first-hand experience, and so much case material, allowing the caregiver to learn from the dying person himself how best to help him towards a dignified death.Sylvia Poss's sensitive elucidation of what the dying person must do for himself in order to master his terminal crisis was welcomed as a major contribution to psychosocial knowledge at the time. Having outlined the dying person's side of the crisis, she turns to the perspective of those who hope to help him towards death - other patients, nurses, doctors, paramedical staff and social workers, chaplains, volunteers, employers, relatives and friends.Towards Death with Dignity focuses on three of social work's major methods: social casework, community work and teaching. Not only does Sylvia Poss outline what may need to be done by the caregiver, but she also illustrates how; she further outlines how to prepare for social work in the terminal care field and suggests an effective method for teaching terminal care skills. Her book also provided, for the first time, a synthesis of other recent work in the field, to help social workers through what had become a plethora of specialist psychosocial and medical literature.Towards Death with Dignity was thus a useful, practical guide, both for laymen and for the many professionals involved in this aspect of the health care field. It will also be valuable for those who are involved personally in moving towards their own death, or are being called upon to be involved in some way in the death of a relative, neighbour or friend.
The Future Circle of Healthcare
The past decade has brought to the fore the critical need to constantly envision and consider various scenarios where ongoing trends and sudden changes could together alter the provision of healthcare and the direction of medical research. This book brings together scholars whose areas of expertise represent different themes that are essential to understanding how healthcare might change and evolve over the next decade. What lessons can one take away from current and past developments? The themes explored by the book rest on four pillars. The first is the rapid pace and ubiquity of technological advances in areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, additive manufacturing and wearable electronics. The second pillar concerns healthy aging, longevity and the management of chronic diseases. The third is the imperative to remain cognizant of the ethical dimensions of medical decisions, adapting bioethics to ongoing changes in healthcare provision. Finally, the fourth pillar relates to how uncertainty in different domains of medical knowledge can be mitigated and translated into clinical practice. For example, how should uncertainty with the results of clinical trials for a new treatment be dealt with? What cost-benefit analyses would be most appropriate for the situation? Chapter authors identify respective challenges and promising opportunities, discussing how these could contribute to envisioning the future scope of healthcare when it comes to providing medical, economic and ethical values to human societies.Chapters 1, 4, 12, and 20 are available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.
