The Physician

Author: Noah Gordon
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1453263748
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 984

Book Description
An orphan leaves Dark Ages London to study medicine in Persia in this “rich” and “vivid” historical novel from a New York Times–bestselling author (The New York Times). A child holds the hand of his dying mother and is terrified, aware something is taking her. Orphaned and given to an itinerant barber-surgeon, Rob Cole becomes a fast-talking swindler, peddling a worthless medicine. But as he matures, his strange gift—an acute sensitivity to impending death—never leaves him, and he yearns to become a healer. Arab madrassas are the only authentic medical schools, and he makes his perilous way to Persia. Christians are barred from Muslim schools, but claiming he is a Jew, he studies under the world’s most renowned physician, Avicenna. How the woman who is his great love struggles against her only rival—medicine—makes a riveting modern classic. The Physician is the first book in New York Times–bestselling author Noah Gordon’s Dr. Robert Cole trilogy, which continues with Shaman and concludes with Matters of Choice.

The Physician's Daughter

Author: Martha Conway
Publisher: Bonnier Zaffre Ltd.
ISBN: 1838773088
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 341

Book Description
'Historical fiction at its best' Tracy Rees, author of The Rose Garden A compelling novel of female perseverance and the role of women in society set in the aftermath of the American Civil War. For readers of Tracy Chevalier. In a world made for men, can one woman break free from tradition and walk a new path? It is 1865, the American Civil War has just ended, and 18-year old Vita Tenney is determined to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a country doctor like her father. But when her father tells her she must get married instead, Vita explores every means of escape - and finds one in the person of war veteran Jacob Culhane. Damaged by what he's seen in battle and with all his family gone, Jacob is seeking investors for a fledgling business. Then he meets Vita - and together they hatch a plan that should satisfy both their desires. Months later, Vita seemingly has everything she ever wanted. But alone in a big city and haunted by the mistakes of her past, she wonders if the life she always thought she wanted was too good to be true. When love starts to compete with ambition, what will come out on top? From the author of The Floating Theatre, The Physician's Daughter is the story of two people trying to make their way in a world that is struggling to escape its past. 'Vividly realised, and impeccably researched, with a determined female lead' Kayte Nunn, author of The Botanist's Daughter 'A riveting read set during the American civil war, about a pioneering young woman dead-set on becoming a doctor' Inga Vesper, author of The Long, Long Afternoon 'A compelling story' Heat Magazine 'In the proud tradition of female characters from Jo March to Meredith Grey, Vita Tenney takes her place as a determined woman unwilling to let society or her family control her destiny. I was captivated by The Physician's Daughter. The novel stays with you' Tony Phelan, executive producer of Grey's Anatomy 'Completely charming' Imogen Hermes Gowar, author of The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock on The Floating Theatre

The Physician Himself, and What He Should Add to His Scientific Acquirements: And What He Should Add

Author: Daniel Webster Cathell
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781016247931
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Vanishing Physician-Scientist?

Author: Andrew I. Schafer
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 0801462428
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 304

Book Description
Throughout history, physicians have played a vital role in medical discovery. These physician-scientists devote the majority of their professional effort to seeking new knowledge about health and disease through research and represent the entire continuum of biomedical investigation. They bring a unique perspective to their work and often base their scientific questions on the experience of caring for patients. Physician-scientists also effectively communicate between researchers in the "pure sciences" and practicing health care providers. Yet there has been growing concern in recent decades that, due to complex changes, physician-scientists are vanishing from the scene. In this book, leading physician-scientists and academic physicians examine the problem from a variety of perspectives: historical, demographic, scientific, cultural, sociological, and economic. They make valuable recommendations that—if heeded—should preserve and revitalize the community of physician-scientists as the profession continues to evolve and boundaries between doctors and researchers shift.

The Physician Philosopher's Guide to Personal Finance: The 20% of Personal Finance Doctors Need to Know to Get 80% of the Results

Author: James D. Turner MD
Publisher: Physician Philosopher's Guide
ISBN: 9780578448701
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 218

Book Description
In medical training, our job is to hone our craft by learning and practicing the best possible medicine for our patients. Unfortunately, medical training isn't free. With the substantial debt burden facing graduating medical students, it has become increasingly important to know how to navigate the choppy waters of personal finance. With sharks in the water, no training on personal finance, and little time to spare on such an important topic, this short primer aims to teach you only what you need to know about personal finance so that you can focus on taking good care of patients. If you are ready to learn how to effectively pay down your student loans, invest efficiently, and achieve financial freedom early in your career - then this book is for you. Feel free to take a look at the introductory portion of the book through the "Look Inside" feature. Here are some of the essential topics you will learn in The Physician Philosopher's Guide to Personal Finance: ●Investing basics (compound interest, time in the market versus "timing" the market, etc.)●Investing specifics (types of vehicles, solid investment plans, and examples)●Specifics on how to attack your student loans●Paying off debt versus investing (or both) at various stages●Asset protection (life, disability, umbrella insurance, etc)●Where to get financial advice and identifying where conflicts of interest exist●Why lifestyle inflation matters after training and how it can wreck your lifePraise for The Physician Philosopher's Guide to Personal Finance: "I have frequently told physicians and dentists that the first really good personal finance and investing book you ever read is likely to be worth $2 Million to you over the course of your life... This is a $2 Million book." - James M. Dahle, MD (The White Coat Investor)"Applying the Pareto principle, Dr. Turner has distilled his substantial knowledge and experience in personal finance into a no-nonsense book that a physician can easily read and understand in one insightful evening." Leif M. Dahleen, MD (Physician on FIRE)

Dear and Glorious Physician

Author: Taylor Caldwell
Publisher: Ignatius Press
ISBN: 1586172301
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 575

Book Description
Today St. Luke is known as the author of the third Gospel of the New Testament, but two thousand years ago he was Lucanus, a Greek, a man who loved, knew the emptiness of bereavement, and later traveled through the hills and wastes of Judea asking, "What manner of man was my Lord?" And it is of this Lucanus that Taylor Caldwell tells here in one of the most stirring stories ever lived or written.

Inside the Physician Mind

Author: Joseph S. Bujak
Publisher: Ache Management Series
ISBN: 9781567932980
Category : Corporate culture
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Dr. Joseph Bujak provides an insider's perspective on the beliefs and behaviors of physicians. His insight will prompt you to question your assumptions and break through the barriers that may be keeping you from forming productive relationships with the physicians in your organization. He also provides suggestions for using your new understanding to influence physician behavior and promote enduring partnerships. With candor and wit, Dr. Bujak shares the wisdom he has developed through his years of experience as both a physician and an administrator: A physician's sense of time is very different from that of an administrator Being chief of staff is the equivalent of drawing the short straw A physician's definition of teamwork is like the game of golf Traditional medical staff organization is not the vehicle for developing relationships with physicians A good role model for influencing physician behavior is the old TV character Columbo You should approach change using the metaphor of moving a Slinky Generation-X physicians differ greatly from traditionalist, or baby boomer, physicians; propositions acceptable to Generation-X physicians will be rejected by the others, and vice versa

The Lost Scroll of the Physician

Author: Alisha Sevigny
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 1459744306
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 248

Book Description
Sesha, the daughter of the pharaoh’s royal physician, must find the precious scroll her father was transcribing before his death, not only to save the kingdom, but to also save her brother’s life.

The Physician of London

Author: Stephanie Cowell
Publisher: W. W. Norton
ISBN: 9780393038736
Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 413

Book Description
Nicholas Cooke becomes fast friends with the ambitious priest, Thomas Wentworth, with whom he vies for the love of the beautiful Cecilia

The Physician Assistant

Author: Thomas E. Piemme
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781935089643
Category : Physicians' assistants
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description