Study & Research Medicine

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Introduction

Chapter 1: What Problems Confront American Medicine?

Chapter Preface

Health Maintenance Organizations Have Undermined American Medicine

Health Maintenance Organizations Have Improved American Medicine

Racism Is a Problem in Modern Medicine

Racism Is Not a Problem in Modern Medicine

Medical Errors Are a Serious Problem

The Frequency of Medical Errors Has Been Exaggerated

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 2: Is Alternative Medicine Effective?

Chapter Preface

Herbal Medicine Can Be Safe and Effective

Herbal Medicine Is Dangerous

Acupuncture Is a Useful Treatment

The Effectiveness of Acupuncture Has Not Been Proven

Homeopathy Is an Effective Treatment

Homeopathy Does Not Work

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 3: Are New Medical Technologies Beneficial?

Chapter Preface

Xenotransplantation Can Solve the Organ Shortage

Xenotransplantation Is Dangerous

Fertility Treatments for Older Women Can Be Problematic

Fertility Treatments for Older Women Should Not Be Discouraged

Embryonic Stem Cell Research Will Save Lives

Embryonic Stem Cell Research Could Have Dangerous Consequences

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 4: What Is the Future of Medicine?

Chapter Preface

Genetic Cures Will Cause a Medical Renaissance

The Promise of Genetic Cures Has Been Exaggerated

Spirituality Will Play a Larger Role in Conventional Medicine

Cyberspace Is Making Patients More Autonomous

The Traditional Physician- Patient Relationship Is Becoming Obsolete

Periodical Bibliography

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Study & Research Medicine

This Study Guide consists of approximately 155 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Medicine.