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The Laws Of Medicine: Field Notes From An Uncertain Science (Ted Books)
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Essential, Required Reading For Doctors And Patients Alike: A Pulitzer Prizewinning Author And One Of The Worlds Premiere Cancer Researchers Reveals An Urgent Philosophy On The Littleknown Principles That Govern Medicineand How Understanding These Principles Can Empower Us All.Over A Decade Ago, When Siddhartha Mukherjee Was A Young, Exhausted, And Isolated Medical Resident, He Discovered A Book That Would Forever Change The Way He Understood The Medical Profession. The Book, The Youngest Science, Forced Dr. Mukherjee To Ask Himself An Urgent, Fundamental Question: Is Medicine A Science? Sciences Must Have Lawsstatements Of Truth Based On Repeated Experiments That Describe Some Universal Attribute Of Nature. But Does Medicine Have Laws Like Other Sciences?Dr. Mukherjee Has Spent His Career Pondering This Questiona Question That Would Ultimately Produce Some Of Most Serious Thinking He Would Do Around The Tenets Of His Disciplineculminating In The Laws Of Medicine. In This Important Treatise, He Investigates The Most Perplexing And Illuminating Cases Of His Career That Ultimately Led Him To Identify The Three Key Principles That Govern Medicine.Brimming With Fascinating Historical Details And Modern Medical Wonders, This Important Book Is A Fascinating Glimpse Into The Struggles And Eureka! Moments That People Outside Of The Medical Profession Rarely See. Written With Dr. Mukherjees Signature Eloquence And Passionate Prose, The Laws Of Medicine Is A Critical Read, Not Just For Those In The Medical Profession, But For Everyone Who Is Moved To Better Understand How Their Health And Wellbeing Is Being Treated. Ultimately, This Book Lays The Groundwork For A New Way Of Understanding Medicine, Now And Into The Future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Laws of Medicine'? A: 'The Laws of Medicine' explores the fundamental principles that govern the field of medicine, challenging the notion of whether medicine can be considered a science in the same way as other disciplines.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'The Laws of Medicine' is Siddhartha Mukherjee, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and respected cancer researcher.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide? A: The book provides insights into the philosophical underpinnings of medicine, personal experiences from the author's medical career, and the key principles that can empower both doctors and patients.
- Q: Is this book suitable for non-medical readers? A: Yes, 'The Laws of Medicine' is written for both medical professionals and general readers who wish to gain a deeper understanding of how medicine works and its impact on health.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Laws of Medicine'? A: 'The Laws of Medicine' contains 96 pages, making it a concise yet informative read.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'The Laws of Medicine' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'The Laws of Medicine' published? A: 'The Laws of Medicine' was published on October 13, 2015.
- Q: What unique perspective does Siddhartha Mukherjee offer in the book? A: Siddhartha Mukherjee offers a unique perspective that combines personal anecdotes with scientific inquiry, exploring the complexities and uncertainties inherent in the practice of medicine.
- Q: Does the book include case studies or real-life examples? A: Yes, the book includes fascinating historical details and modern medical cases that illustrate the principles discussed.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'The Laws of Medicine'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the underlying principles of medicine, the challenges faced by healthcare professionals, and how these insights can influence personal health understanding.