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Patient Handbook to Medical Care
Your Personal Health Guide
by J.L. Richardson, M.D.

This 112-page easy-to-read paperback guide will help patients take charge of their own health.  That's why J.L. Richardson, M.D. has written this concise, informative overview of health care basics. 

It provides patients with a doctor's perspective on professional healthcare, and allows them to become their own best advocates.

 It also includes "MY HEALTH NOTES",  pages for you to write your own health notes!  This is a great way to keep track of your health concerns, and start your medical diary.

This book will tell you:

• how to keep medical records and a medical diary, and why these things are so important
• what to expect from a doctor visit to ensure you're getting the medical attention you need
• what you need to know about medical tests and specialists
• what to look for in healthcare plans.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dr. Richardson is a family medicine doctor with over 25 years of experience in the medical field.  Dr. Richardson's undergraduate and medical degrees were received from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with residency training done at Georgetown University and Providence Hospital in Washington, D.C.

• Item# 8926
• 112 pgs., softcover, 9-780977-178926
• $16.95