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Book Reviews: 20 Sep - 25 Sep 2004

Books reviewed by Dr Hufrish Suraliwala
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This Won’t Hurt (And Other Lies My Doctor Tells Me)
Bedside Manners
Doctor Shopping

1) This Won’t Hurt (And Other Lies My Doctor Tells Me)

This thought-provoking book from one of the most powerful advocates for health care consumers. It shows how the health care system today is a maze of greed, incompetence and indifference. The author reveals his thoughts from the consumer’s point of view. Current health topics from Medicare to malpractice are dealt with in a witty and thoughtful manner. He sets the medical establishment straight on the consumers needs and expectations.

Authors: Charles B. Inlander
Publishers: Medical Society
Date of Publication: 1998
No. of pages: 206

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2) Bedside Manners
An Anthology of Medical Wit and Wisdom

This book gives keen insights into sickness and health from a dazzling parade of writers, scientists & doctors. There are humorous anecdotes, reports from tragic episodes, first hand accounts of medical innovations and discoveries. It’s a compilation of anthologies on different topics written by various authors. It portrays medical procedures and diseases in a lighter vein.

Authors: John Ballantyne
Publishers: Virgin Books
Date of Publication: 1995
No. of pages: 266

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3) Doctor Shopping
How To Choose The Right Doctor For You And Your Family

This book assists you in interviewing, evaluating and selecting your doctor. It shows you ways of making your doctor listen to you and answer all your queries. This book is meant for savvy consumers who realize that choosing the right doctor is the most important decision in a family’s lifetime. It provides the right criteria for making intelligent judgements in selecting the correct doctor. The doctor-patient relationship is captured in direct, easy-to-understand and simple terms. The check-lists at the end of the book help the reader in making the right choice.

Authors: Hal Alpiar
Publishers: Health Information Press
Date of Publication: 1996
No. of pages: 247

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