Medical Care

Are you suffering from depression, anxiety, or PTSD? Are you facing a crippling pain condition while trying to avoid opiate dependency? Are you relapsing during attempts to break your addiction? You are not alone. Millions are now afflicted with these difficult-to-treat conditions. Even with medication, getting sustained relief without dreadful side effects is rare. What if there was a new, safe, and effective treatment that really worked?

Drawing on his work as a primary care physician and a behavioral scientist, Michael Stein artfully examines the often conflicting goals of patients and their doctors. In those differences, Stein recognizes that kindness should not be a patient's forbidden or unrealistic expectation. This book leaves us with new knowledge of and insights into what we might hope for, and what might go wrong, or right, in the most intimate clinical moments.

In "Beyond Stigma," we delve into the essential skill of cultural competence, crucial for effective HIV/AIDS care. Cultural competence is the ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people from diverse cultures. In the realm of HIV/AIDS care, it enables healthcare providers to comprehend and respect each patient's unique worldview, including their cultural background, health literacy, and service accessibility. At the heart of cultural competence is a deep understanding of the diversity within populations affected by HIV/AIDS and the unique challenges they ...

There are disorders that defy treatment with prescribed pharmaceuticals: a man's hands shake so hard that he cannot hold anything; a woman is mired in severe inescapable depression. For these patients and others, an alternative is emerging: deep brain stimulation. In this fascinating and timely investigation, well-known science writer Jamie Talan explains a cutting-edge medical development that is surprising and impressing researchers around the world.

There is perhaps no more important value than fundamental human equality. And yet, despite large percentages of people affirming the value, the resources available to explain and defend the basis for such equality are few and far between. In his newest book, Charles Camosy provides a thoughtful defense of human dignity.

On June 24, 2022, the US Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade decision, asserting that the Constitution did not confer the right to abortion. This ruling, in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health case, was the culmination of a half-century of pro-life activism promoting the idea that fetuses are people and therefore entitled to the rights and protections that the Constitution guarantees. But it was also the product of a much longer history of archaic ideas about the relationship between pregnant people and the fetuses they carry.

Already technology enables parents to select some genetic traits for their children, and soon it will be possible to begin to shape ourselves as a species. Countering loud cries of alarm, bioethics expert Ronald Green explains why our fears about genetic engineering are overblown and how we can move forward responsibly to create a better future.

Horrifying, heartbreaking and eye-opening, these are the stories, the patients and the cases that have characterised a career spent behind bars. The no-holds-barred memoirs of a GP who went from working at a quiet suburban practice to treating the country’s most dangerous criminals - first in young offenders’ institutions, then at the notorious Wormwood Scrubs and finally at Europe’s largest women-only prison in Europe, Bronzefield.

Introducing "Beyond the Stethoscope," an insightful and captivating eBook that dives deep into the exciting world of medical professionals. This comprehensive guide is a must-read for anyone with a passion for medicine, offering vivid accounts from various medical fields, and exploring diverse perspectives about what it takes to excel in a medical career. Embark on a thrilling journey, beginning with the discovery of the passion for medicine, and following the challenging path of medical school admissions. Delve into the rigorous medical school experience, and learn how to navigate through ...

Every year, thousands of International Medical Graduates from all over the world seek to advance their careers with a residency training in the United States. Only a handful succeed. The core principles outlined in Making the Match will help prepare the mind of the International Medical Graduate for the daunting but rewarding challenge of pursuing residency in the US.

Memorizing Pharmacology Questions, Answers, and Rationales Book 6 has multiple rapid-fire questions, answers, rationales, and mnemonics that you can do alone or with a partner to help you understand pharmacology better and remember the content longer. This book is for those commuters, busy parents, and working students who need a “fit it in” approach to studying pharmacology.

Her name was Henrietta Lacks, but scientists know her as HeLa. Born a poor black tobacco farmer, her cancer cells - taken without her knowledge - became a multimillion-dollar industry and one of the most important tools in medicine. Yet Henrietta's family did not learn of her 'immortality' until more than 20 years after her death, with devastating consequences....

Johns Hopkins University, one of the preeminent medical schools in the nation today, has played a unique role in the history of medicine. When it first opened its doors in 1893, medicine was a rough-and-ready trade. It would soon evolve into a rigorous science. In recent years, medical science has mapped the human genome, deployed robotic tools to perform delicate surgeries, and developed effective vaccines against a host of deadly pathogens. But this transformation could not have happened without the game-changing vision, talent, and dedication of a small cadre of individuals.

When a woman dies in agony—her veins filled with a crystalline substance that defies medical explanation—it becomes the first sign of an unstoppable catastrophe. Dr. Michael Bond has seen death in all its forms. As a combat physician, he thought nothing could shock him anymore—until he examines the impossible: human DNA being systematically rewritten from within. Now Bond and his elite team—brilliant pathologist Dr. Clarice Washington and epidemiologist Dr. Nathan Shaw—are in a desperate race against an adversary who has weaponized evolution itself. A modified prion disease is ...

Apple Vision Healthcare Pioneers" is an innovative exploration of the intersection between technology and healthcare. Co-authored by Harvey Castro MD, MBA, and Brooks Wood, this book delves into the transformative power of Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in modern healthcare. It serves as a comprehensive guide for professionals within the healthcare industry and patients interested in understanding the future of medical care. Through real-world examples, and in-depth analysis, this book offers insights into how technology can enhance patient care, improve outcomes, and...

**Listing Description for "Navigating Healthcare Systems"** Are you feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of the healthcare maze? Struggling to understand insurance policies, medical jargon, or how to advocate for better care for yourself or a loved one? "Navigating Healthcare Systems" is your essential guide to demystifying this often intimidating world. This comprehensive eBook takes you on a step-by-step journey through the intricacies of the healthcare system. Start with the basics, such as understanding the key players and common healthcare settings, and then dive deeper into crucial...

Journalist Sarah Dingle was 27 when she learned that her identity was a lie. Over dinner one night, her mother casually mentioned Sarah had been conceived using a sperm donor. The man who’d raised her wasn’t her father; in fact, she had no idea who her father was. Or who she really was. As the shock receded, Sarah began to investigate her own existence. Thus began a 10-year journey - digging through hospital files, chasing leads and taking a DNA test - that finally led to her biological origins.

Conquer the CPCT/A Exam: Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant Study Guide is a focused, easy-to-follow review guide designed to support candidates preparing for the CPCT/A certification exam. This concise guide highlights essential topics such as patient care, phlebotomy, EKG monitoring, infection control, safety procedures, and ethical responsibilities. Each chapter is written in a clear, accessible style to help readers absorb the key principles needed to succeed in both the classroom and the testing environment. This is not a comprehensive textbook or an exhaustive resource. ...

When her daughter desperately needed a lung transplant to survive, Janet Murnaghan rallied against the outdated restrictions in health care that would limit her daughter's options. Transplant laws, restricting access to lungs based on arbitrary age restrictions, meant Sarah's options were limited. The injustice of her daughter's fate spurred Janet to start a public battle against outdated health-care regulations and a battle to save Sarah's life.

For medical professionals, understanding and communicating in Bengali can be useful. This seven-unit course provides a simple way to learn key healthcare phrases. The U.S. healthcare system serves a diverse population, and the Bengali-speaking community is an essential part of that. Patients who speak Bengali as their first language may face challenges in fully expressing their symptoms, understanding medical advice, or navigating the complexities of healthcare without language support. This gap can lead to miscommunication, reduced patient satisfaction, and even adverse health outcomes.