Bibliograph

The finest traditions of my calling, one physician's search for the renewal of medicine, Abraham M. Nussbaum, M.D

Type

Label

The finest traditions of my calling, one physician's search for the renewal of medicine, Abraham M. Nussbaum, M.D

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 269-286) and index

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The finest traditions of my calling

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

920017526

Responsibility statement

Abraham M. Nussbaum, M.D

Sub title

one physician's search for the renewal of medicine

Summary

"A deeply concerned physician reflects on today's doctor-patient relationships and offers a compelling vision for the renewal of medicine" -- front dust jacket"Patients and doctors alike are keenly aware that the medical world is in the midst of great change. We live in an era of continuous healthcare reforms, many of which focus on high volume, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. This compelling, thoughtful book is the response of a practicing physician who explains how population-based reforms are diminishing the relationship between doctor and patients, to the detriment of both. As an antidote to stubbornly held traditions, Dr. Abraham M. Nussbaum suggests ways that doctors and patients can learn what it means to be ill and to seek medical assistance. Drawing on personal stories, validated studies, and neglected history, the author develops a series of metaphors to explore a doctor's role in different healthcare reform scenarios: scientist, technician, author, gardener, teacher, servant, and witness. Each role shapes what physicians see when they encounter a patient. Dr. Nussbaum cautions that true healthcare reform can happen only when those who practice medicine can see, and be seen by, their patients as fellow creatures. His memoir makes a hopeful appeal for change, and his insights reveal the direction that change must take."--Jacket flap

Table Of Contents

Parts and money -- Seeing wisely -- Occult findings -- The book and the coat -- Full responsibility -- Duty hours -- Efficient and effective -- Checklists and dance lessons -- Famous factory meatloaf -- Sickbeds and garden beds -- Committed -- Impatient attending -- Muscle ups -- Doctors without silver -- Red cards -- Witnesses -- Hope -- Luster

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