Download or read book The Heart of Caring written by Mark Vonnegut and published by Seven Stories Press. This book was released on 2022-02-22 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reflections from a life lived in medicine. Pediatrician Mark Vonnegut has spent forty years treating children for coughs, fevers, ear infections, and sometimes more serious complaints. In that time he has seen the American medical system change in ways he couldn't have imagined as a medical student--some of them good, others not so good. But what hasn't changed is his commitment to his young patients, whose stories fill the pages of this book. There's Anna Maria, a little girl with an incurable case of bone cancer; Adeline, who has a syndrome so rare none of Vonnegut's fellow doctors have seen it before; Marlowe, whose life-threatening anemia is cured by his just-born baby brother. Whether recounting the cases that have stuck with him or detailing larger changes in medicine--the privatization of health care, innovations in cancer treatment, the rise of anti-vaxxers and HMOs--Vonnegut is a personable guide through what is often seen as an impersonal system, and his stories sparkle with humanity, candor, and wry wisdom. ("In pediatrics, and most medical care," he says, "if the doctor can just shut up and listen long enough, the patient will give him the diagnosis. Unfortunately, there's not a procedure code or template for how to shut up.") Vonnegut doesn't pull any punches in his criticisms of the medical-industrial complex, but The Heart of Caring isn't a diatribe. It's the story of a life lived in medicine, with all the heartbreak, hope, and everyday heroism that entails.

Download or read book Found in Transition written by Paria Hassouri and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2020-09-08 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On Thanksgiving morning, Paria Hassouri finds herself furiously praying and negotiating with the universe as she irons a dress her fourteen-year-old, designated male at birth, has secretly purchased and wants to wear to dinner with the extended family. In this wonderfully frank, loving, and practical account of parenting a transgender teen, Paria chronicles what amounts to a dual transition: as her child transitions from male to female, she navigates through anger, denial, and grief to eventually arrive at acceptance. Despite her experience advising other parents in her work as a pediatrician, she was blindsided by her child’s gender identity. Paria is also forced to examine how she still carries insecurities from her past of growing up as an Iranian-American immigrant in a predominantly white neighborhood, and how her life experience is causing her to parent with fear instead of love. Paria discovers her capacity to evolve, as well as what it really means to parent and the deepest nature of unconditional love. This page-turning memoir relates a tender story of loving and parenting a teenager coming out as transgender and transitioning. It explores identity, self-discovery in adolescence and midlife, and difference in a world that values conformity. At its heart, Found in Transition is a universally inspiring portrait of what it means to be a family.

Download or read book Big Paws Bigger Heart written by James R. Loveless and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2014-02-20 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Once in a lifetime a person may find the perfect dog, but to have two perfect dogs in a lifetime is practically unheard of. Big Paws, Bigger Heart presents a story of that improbable situation as told by Finley, a Belgian Tervuren dog who came into the life of his adopted dad, Jim Loveless, to fill the enormous void left behind by the loss of Jims first dog, Brooks. Finley goes back in time to tell the legend of Brooks. He shares the heartwarming and often humorous tales of how Brooks shaped the lives of not only his owner but of a community by proving faithfulness meant more than championships. Part one of this true and inspiring story follows Brooks from his early days of fitting in with his newly adopted family until his forced retirement from the agility competition he and Jim so dearly loved due to bad hips. With the loss of Brooks, Jim couldnt imagine that the void left behind could ever be filled. The sequel, however, recalls how Finley came along, picking up where Brooks left off. He exceeded Jims wildest expectations with his loyalty and unbelievable sense of humor. Written from a dogs perspective, Big Paws, Bigger Heart explores the love that dogs can bring into our lives and shows how two dogs changed one mans life.

Download or read book The Doctor written by Ralph Connor and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2018-09-20 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: The Doctor by Ralph Connor

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Download or read book Immortal Doctor with Super Vision written by Xi Mo and published by Funstory. This book was released on 2020-07-04 with total page 955 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Zhang Xiaofan, a graduate of the University of Medical Sciences, came home to farm. He had fortuitous encounters, started a journey to counterattack, and went to the hospital to save people, fight bullies, and all sorts of other fields to work for him. The beautiful boss bought his vegetables, put on an act when there was nothing to do, and had a good time of his life. Welcome to the message: 18291490637

Download or read book The Doctor s Newfound Family Mission of Hope written by Valerie Hansen and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2019-11-05 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Courage and faith in the face of danger The Doctor’s Newfound Family by Valerie Hansen Sara Beth Reese has vowed to clear the name of her murdered father, and she’ll face any obstacle to achieve her goal. Orphaned and alone in San Francisco—except for the three younger brothers in her care—she needs Dr. Cole Hayward’s protection, whether she’ll admit it or not. And as danger escalates, Cole will do everything necessary to make this newfound family his to love and protect for a lifetime. Mission of Hope by Allie Pleiter Witnesses throughout San Francisco report a masked man in black is bringing supplies—and badly needed hope—to homeless earthquake survivors. He could be a man of wealth or a working-class man with courage as great as his faith. But the masked messenger will need more than a miracle to escape those on his trail and win the spirited society belle risking everything to save him…

Download or read book Doctor in the Making written by Sarah Michaels and published by Ridiculously Simple Books. This book was released on with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to embark on a hilarious, action-packed adventure that takes you deep into the world of medicine? Join our fearless guide as they reveal the secrets of becoming a doctor, with plenty of laughs and surprises along the way! This one-of-a-kind book is perfect for aspiring young physicians, ages 9 to 12, who want to explore the incredible journey of medical professionals in a way that's both fun and informative. Get ready to: • Dive into the world of medical school, where you'll learn about the challenges and rewards of this extraordinary career path. • Discover the ins and outs of various medical specialties, from the thrilling realm of surgery to the fascinating world of neurology. • Uncover the secrets of the residency application process, the Match system, and what it's really like to work as a resident. • Learn about the importance of self-care, compassionate patient care, and the vital role doctors play in public health advocacy. But wait, there's more! • Laugh your way through the book as our witty guide sprinkles in jokes, funny stories, and unexpected twists that will keep you entertained from start to finish. • Follow along as our guide uses humor to break down complex medical concepts into easy-to-understand nuggets of information. • Explore a glossary of medical terms explained in a way that's not only informative but downright hilarious! With this uproarious guide, you'll: • Gain valuable insights into the day-to-day life of a doctor, including how to balance personal life, work, and continuing education. • Be inspired by the stories of community involvement and medical research contributions that showcase the impact doctors have on the world. • Receive encouragement and motivation to pursue your own dreams of becoming a doctor, no matter the challenges that lie ahead. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your copy today and let the laughter and learning begin! This is the ultimate guide for young readers who are ready to take their first steps into the exhilarating world of medicine.

Download or read book Doctor Pascal written by Émile Zola and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2020-08-28 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'There's something of everything there, the best and the worst, the vulgar and the sublime, flowers, muck, tears, laughter, the river of life itself' Pascal Rougon has served as a doctor in the rural French town of Plassans for thirty years. He lives a quiet life with his faithful servant Martine and young niece Clotilde. Pascal is a man of science, striving to find the ultimate cure for all diseases. This puts him at odds with his niece, who is horrified by his denial of religious faith. Clotilde also distrusts Pascal's lifelong ambition to create a family tree on scientific principles, based upon his theories of heredity. Tensions in the household are fuelled by Pascal's scheming mother, Félicité, as the final episode in the great Rougon-Macquart saga plays out. Dr Pascal is the passionate conclusion to Zola's twenty-novel sequence, and the most eloquent expression of the ideas on heredity and human progress that have underpinned it. Human relations are at its heart, as Pascal and Clotilde are bound ever closer by ties of family and love.

Download or read book Odd Leaves from the Life of a Louisiana Swamp Doctor written by Henry Clay Lewis and published by LSU Press. This book was released on 1997-06-01 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Henry Clay Lewis (1825–1850) was one of the leading southern humorists of the nineteenth century. Born in South Carolina, he grew up in Yazoo City, Mississippi, and attended medical school in Louisville, Kentucky. After graduation Dr. Lewis practiced in a backwoods Louisiana community on the Tensas River, where he treated masters and their slaves on plantations as well as hunters and squatters in the swamps. Odd Leaves from the Life of a Louisiana Swamp Doctor is a series of sketches that follow the outlandish misadventures of Dr. Madison Tensas—Lewis’ literary persona. Many of these stories were first published in New York’s Spirit of the Times. Using dialect, comic imagery, folklore, picaresque autobiography, and the form of the mock oral tale, Lewis presents a vigorous—even grotesque—vision of the southern backwoods, where life was often violent and brutal, sometimes shockingly funny, and always wildly different from the polished society of townsmen and wealthy planters. In an expansive new Introduction, Edwin T. Arnold places Lewis’ writing in the context of the times, discussing its role in the development of southwestern humor as a literary genre. Arnold emphasizes Lewis’ contribution to southern letters through the author’s psychological use of the narrating persona and the complex correlation between setting and theme.

Download or read book Doctor Who Amorality Tale written by David Bishop and published by Random House. This book was released on 2015-02-12 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When gangster Tommy Ramsey is released from prison, he is determined to retake control of his East End territory. But new arrivals threaten his grip on illegal activity in the area. An evangelical minister is persuading people to seek redemption for their sins. A new gang is claiming the streets. And a watchmender called Smith is leading a revolt against the Ramsey Mob's protection racket. When Tommy strikes back at his enemies, a far more terrifying threat is revealed. Within hours the city's air turns into nerve gas and thousands succumb to the choking fumes. London is dying... An adventure set in 1950s London, featuring the Third Doctor as played by Jon Pertwee and his companion Sarah Jane Smith.

Download or read book Transmigrated Doctor Empress written by Qing Long and published by Funstory. This book was released on 2020-08-21 with total page 700 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the 21st century, only the medical geniuses crossed over to Da Xia Empire. They were skilled in medicine and special skills. An imperial edict descended, bestowing her with the status of a demon from the Da Xia Empire, Prince Cheng. From then on, the scene of the Infernal King and the loli killing each other began ...

Download or read book Peerless Ghost Doctor written by Yu Gu and published by Funstory. This book was released on 2020-06-14 with total page 583 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Li Su's life was very exciting. Last month, he married his thirteenth beautiful wife, a young international model, in the United States. Last week, he bought a fifteenth private island in the South Pacific and planned to make a golf course. A few days ago, he even rejected the investment invitation of the Roschell family. Hm, he looked down on that small amount of money! He's a genius, he's a legend! At the age of 20, he had millions of properties and at the age of 23, he was evaluated as the youngest rich man in Asia. His life was filled with glory and glory. Of course, he also had a weakness of wanting to boast to the best of his ability, and that was that even at the end of his life, he still hadn't changed his habit of bragging. Yes, it was all bragging.

Download or read book The Doctor s Love written by Tamera Bryant and published by Tamera Bryant. This book was released on with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twenty-four year old Angelique 'Peaches' Harper is a smart, beautiful, and talented young woman. Because of a hard childhood, as an adult she now has a hard time letting her God-given light shine. Consequently, she gets caught up in a fast-paced, out of control lifestyle. When she hits rock bottom — because of her own shady doings — she realizes that God is the only one who is able to pull her from the depths of her despair. Through prayer and endless faith, she's able to turn her destructive life completely around. Those closest to her eventually forgive her for the evils of her past — everyone but one person that is.... The handsome and very-saved Dr. Anthony Walker has known Angelique 'Peaches' Harper since they were kids. Deep down inside, he knows Angelique is a decent person. However, will he be able to move past the mistakes she's made in the past? Will he be able to forgive her for her transgressions so they can have a love sent straight from heaven?

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Download or read book Doctor Princess vs Reborn Prince written by Hai Cao and published by Funstory. This book was released on 2020-05-10 with total page 610 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She was the only daughter of a medical family that had transcended from a modern era; he, on the other hand, was the second prince of the dynasty who had resurrected from the dead, borrowing his corpse to pay back his soul. Busy to borrow space to make a fortune, strong alliance to get rich scum, in the end, who can hold a beauty home? Who could marry a lover?