The Patient Paradox

The Patient Paradox
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Publisher : Pinter & Martin Publishers
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ISBN-10 : 1780660006
ISBN-13 : 9781780660004
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Book Synopsis The Patient Paradox by : Margaret McCartney

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.


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