A fantastic look behind the scenes of the medical profession
In "Dr. confidential: secrets behind the Veil" Richard Sheff M.D. Chronicles formative experience from his years in medical school and during their stay. The book is the result of a lesson that Dr. Sheff learned early in his education. ".. .in the midst of all medical technology and pressure to overcome so much new clinical information ", it is easy to lose sight of its original intention of the law of treaties" to help others, at some level as an expression of love. " It is his hope that the book will provide deeper insights into the importance of the doctor/patient relationship.
The book is divided into two main parts: part one is about his experiences in Medical School-The University School of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Part two covers his stay programs in family medicine experience at Brown University in Providence, r. I.
An articulate communicator, Richard Sheff captures and holds the reader's attention from his first-class room experience in Gross Anatomy through each rotation of their training as a medical student, including: psychiatry, gynaecology, obstetrics, surgery, internal medicine and Pediatrics, choosing a specialty, elective classes and Sub internship.
Part two contains years of Sheffs residence, his practice, junior and senior resident permits to reside. He information on many of his experiences dealing with patient's covers a wide range of diseases relating to family law.
I could identify with many of the issues that concerned Sheff. At the age of nine I was admitted to a medical education University Hospital for a nervous disorder as a result of complications arising after scarlet fever. For two months, I was the subject of the rounds made by medical students, trainees and staff physician. On one occasion was I to an amphitheatre in which my case was presented to a classroom full of medical students. After presenting my case, I was asked to show my writing skills and my ability to bind my hospital gown. I remember to this day the humiliation of hearing that nine-year-old was the skill level of these two details in case of a six year old. For the next four years I returned to the Pediatric outpatient department for continuing education exposure go through blood tests, medical history and a routine jumping on one foot, sticking out my tongue and prolong my hands to determine how steady I can keep them, I was too young to question the treatment or the cure. I go over to adulthood, married an RN recognised and directed me to the doctor known as patient advocates. As a result of my excellent care and relatively good health keeping today I appreciate Members of the medical profession.
Sheffs writing is engaging, memorable and Frank. He gives a strong signal for all associated with or involved in the field of patient care. Dr. Sheff is sincere in his defence of healing patients and healing healthcare. He calls for love, courage, passion and integrity from hospitals, physicians and related healthcare professionals. "Doctor confidential: secrets behind the Veil" is a topical and important book.
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Listen to your heart Press
35 South County way, Suite D12
South Kingstown, RI 02879
978-0983081906, $ 16.95, 2011, 352 pages
As a review for the Midwest Book Review.
Richard r. Blake, Christian education consultant, freelance writer, editorial consultant