You may be wondering why a doctor would attempt to write a (supposedly) humorous book about cancer. Well, I have found that too many people, even other physicians, think that working with cancer patients is very serious business and must be pretty depressing work. However, my experience has been quite the opposite. The cancer patients with whom I have had the privilege to work with demonstrate humour, smiles and positivity every day. It helps them face their disease, cope with treatment and get on with their lives in a positive and meaningful way. They are definitely among the most grateful people I have ever met, and working with them has made me a happier and better person. Much of the practice of medicine is about relationships and, as we all know, relationships, at least good relationships, are often filled with humour. Within oncology (the specialty of cancer treatment), just like any other field of medicine, special relationships develop between patients and their physicians, and humour is often involved. That is definitely what I have observed in my clinical practice. This book is dedicated to cancer patients, as well as their families and friends. All the stories are based on my personal experiences and observations over 25 years of medical practice. Believe me, I am not a comedian or humourist - just ask my kids. I would never be able to make up such funny stories myself.
Jonathan B. Levine DMD presents a new volume designed to introduce practitioners to aesthetic dentistry with the goal of safely expanding his or her current scope of ethical dental practice. Richly illustrated in full colour throughout, this beautiful yet practical volume introduces the subject of smile design to the reader with topics ranging from aligners and veneers to space management. Smile Design Integrating Aesthetics and Function will be suitable for dental practitioners worldwide. Experts of international renown present the latest scientifically authoritative and evidenced-based information, amply supported by a high-quality line artwork and photographic illustration Describes in detail assessment techniques for smile design, the use of trial procedures and the use of photography, aligners, and ceramic veneers. Highlights the way in which high quality esthetics can be achieved with a range of techniques. Emphasizes the importance of effective communication between the dentist, the oral healthcare team and the patient to ensure the patient's and team's expectations are appreciated, managed and met Designed to challenge traditional thinking, advance knowledge and expand the clinical approach to a growing discipline Offers a highly visual, practical approach in a unique series format Aims to strengthen, enhance and expand the scope of aesthetic professional practice Essentials in Esthetic Dentistry - a beautiful new book series from Elsevier - is under the editorial leadership of Professor Brian J. Millar, BDS, FDSRCS, PhD, FHEA, Consultant in Restorative Dentistry, Professor of Blended Learning in Dentistry, King's College London Dental Institute, London, UK. Each volume in the series is edited by the highest-profile practitioners and specialists from the USA and Europe and has guest contributors from throughout the world. The series aims to provide both a basic and advanced body of knowledge of the many and varied procedures used in esthetic dentistry that are considered by many to be paramount to successful modern-day clinical practice. The series includes a broad range on invasive and non-invasive procedures to suit individual philosophies and international trends.
Behind Those Smiles: Suffering But Smiling is a book that chronicles the author’s battle with pain and suffering —a life of pain, perhaps foretold by her childhood . She lost her father early, followed years later by her mother’s death, which thrust her into responsibility as a mother figure for her younger brothers early in her life. When she thought that her pains were all in the past, she was involved in a motor accident so ghastly that the doctors gave her no chance of survival. She survived —after a succession of miracles! The book leads us through these miracles in an enthralling tale of the triumph of hope over hopelessness, victory of mind over matter, and crucially, divinity’s supremacy in the affairs of man. Though the author’s smile may have faltered at some point, it never really disappeared. Indeed, she was suffering but smiling, and God gave her victory!
Embark on a gripping journey through "A Smile For Sale" a riveting tale of love, deception. Join Antony and Ela, seemingly ordinary neighbors whose lives collide in ways neither could foresee and find their lives unexpectedly entwined. As their paths cross, love, ambition, and unexpected twists propel them through a rollercoaster of emotions. Will their connection withstand the unraveling truths that lie beneath the surface? Dive into this captivating tale of love, betrayal, and resilience, where every chapter invites you deeper into a world where illusions crumble, and the pursuit of truth takes center stage. Get ready for a literary adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page!
"Werewolf" features an ancient werewolf who wants to die. Is his girlfriend up to the task? Thus, we have the premise of "Werewolf," a dynamic story drenched in blood, viscera, and sex. Ranging from south Florida to the country of Panama to North Carolina, to Washington D.C., this story gets around. All aboard!
Drawing on studies of surface topography, image editing, and diagnostic and surgical experience, Faces Inside and Outside the Clinic addresses the notion of ’truth’ in what are considered to be ’right’ and ’wrong’ faces, whether in clinical cosmetic procedures or in specific sociocultural contexts outside the clinic. With attention to the manner in which the human face - and often the individual herself or himself as a consequence - is physically defined, conceptually judged, numerically measured and clinically analysed, this book reveals that on closer inspection, supposedly objective and evidential ’truths’ are in fact subjective and prescriptive. Adopting a Foucauldian analysis of the ways in which ’normalising technologies’ and ’techniques’ ultimately preserve and expand upon an increasing array of ’abnormal’ facial configurations, Faces Inside and Outside the Clinic shows that when determining ’right’ and ’wrong’ faces, what happens inside the clinic is inextricably linked to what happens outside the clinic - and vice versa. As such, it will be of interest to scholars and students of social, cultural and political theory, contemporary philosophy and the social scientific study of science, health and technology.
This title was first published in 2001. A classic ethnographic study of the interactions between paediatricians and parents of children thought to be neurologically handicapped. Strong used this work to systematize the often chaotic ideas of Erving Goffman, to explore the connections between micro and macro analysis in sociology and to reflect on the nature of medical practice in modern liberal societies. The book stands as a testament to Strong’s pursuit of methodological rigour in qualitative sociology.
Dr. Bates assistant, wife records True Stories of their Patients, Natural Eyesight Treatments in their Clinic over 11 years. With Better Eyesight Magazine by Ophthalmologist William H. Bates.Emily C. Lierman, her eyesight cured by Ophthalmologist William H. Bates, worked as a nurse, assistant with Dr. Bates in his Clinic in New York City, U.S.A. for many years. They married in 1928. Her name then changed to Emily A. Bates. Emily Lierman, Bates is known for her kind, gentle, understanding way of treating, teaching adults and children how to obtain clear eyesight, healthy eyes naturally and her devotion to Dr. Bates work. She continued teaching The Bates Method of Natural Eyesight Improvement after Dr. Bates death and preserved his books, Better Eyesight Magazines. This book describes the natural treatments that Dr. Bates and Emily applied without use of eyeglasses, surgery, drugs to cure; Unclear Close & Distant Vision, Astigmatism, Presbyopia, Wandering/Crossed Eyes (Squint), Cataracts, Glaucoma, Cornea Ulcers, Scars, Blindness and other eye problems for a variety of patients in their clinic. Children cured by Dr. Bates, Emily, then cured their friends, school teachers, parents with Natural Eyesight Improvement. Dr. Bates patients became Teachers, taught Natural Eyesight Improvement, cured people of a variety of eye conditions. Emily's 'Stories From The Clinic' were originally published in 'Better Eyesight Magazine' by Ophthalmologist William H. Bates, Central Fixation Publishing Co., New York City, U.S. A. The stories in the book contain a few different, additional sentences, descriptions.Includes 20 E-Books; +Do It Yourself-Natural Eyesight Improvement-Original and Modern Bates Method-100+ Color Pictures. Less reading; Easy to learn steps, quickly learn, apply a treatment, activity for Fast Vision Improvement. + Better Eyesight Magazine by Ophthalmologist William H. Bates - (Unedited, Full Set-132 Magazine Issues - 11 Years-July, 1919 to June, 1930.) Illustrated with 500 Pictures and additional, up to date Modern Natural Eyesight Improvement Training. + Original Better Eyesight Magazine by Ophthalmologist William H. Bates - Photo copy of all his Original Antique Magazine Pages in the 1900's Print. (Unedited, Full Set 132 Magazine Issues - 11 Years-July, 1919 to June, 1930.) Learn Natural Eyesight Improvement directly from the Original Eye Doctor that discovered and practiced this effective, natural method! Magazines & Method Hidden from the public by eye surgeons, Optometrists, optical businesses for over 100 years because this method works and frees the patient from the need to purchase eyeglasses, drugs, unnecessary eye surgery. Yes, it can and has reversed cataracts and other eye conditions! + The Cure of Imperfect Sight by Treatment Without Glasses by Dr. Bates with Pictures. Dr. Bates First, Original Book. 2nd Printing Title: Perfect Sight Without Glasses. + Medical Articles by Dr. Bates - with Pictures. + Stories From The Clinic by Emily C. A. Lierman/Bates. (Dr. Bates Clinic Assistant, Wife.) + Use Your Own Eyes by Dr. William B. MacCracken M.D. (Trained with Dr. Bates.) + Normal Sight Without Glasses by Dr. William B. MacCracken M.D. + Strengthening The Eyes by Bernarr MacFadden & Dr. Bates - with Pictures and Modern Training. (Trained with Dr. Bates. One of the First Physical Fitness Teachers.) + EFT Training Booklet - with Acupressure, Energy balance, strengthening, Positive Emotions. Easy step by step directions with Pictures. + Seeing, Reading Fine Print Clear, Clear Close Vision (Presbyopia Treatments) with Videos. + Eight Correct, Relaxed Vision Habits- (10 Steps For Clear Eyesight) A Quick Course in Natural Eyesight Improvement. + Astigmatism Removal Treatments + Eyecharts - 15 Large, Small and Fine Print C, E Charts for Close and Distant Vision, Astigmatism Test and Removal Charts. Eyechart Videos. + Audio Lessons in Every Chapter + 100 Natural Eyesight Improvement Training Videos
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