The Patient Paradox
Author | : Margaret McCartney |
Publisher | : Pinter & Martin Publishers |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2012 |
ISBN-10 | : 1780660006 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781780660004 |
Rating | : 4/5 (06 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Patient Paradox written by Margaret McCartney and published by Pinter & Martin Publishers. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explaining the truth behind the screening statistics and investigating the evidence behind the hype, Margaret McCartney, an award-winning writer and doctor, argues that this patient paradox - too much testing of well people and not enough care for the sick - worsens health inequalities and drains professionalism.