FAILURE TO TREAT by people who have no idea what being a doctor really means” and is consequently in danger of “falling from its lofty place in our society to a job on the assembly line, widgets replaced by patients.” Kowey illustrates these failings with a series of stories about the problems encountered by patients experiencing the whole range of medical treatment, from unexpected ER visits to extended care for prolonged conditions. Each history is presented in great detail, followed by a “Case Explanation” and a “Conclusion” in which the author pinpoints the cause of the problems and offers some potential solutions. Readers learn about a Mrs. Lynch, for instance, who began experiencing an irregular, racing heartbeat and underwent an ablation to cauterize the arrhythmic area. But her atrial fibrillation continued, perhaps prolonged by the ablation itself, and Kowey contends that, given her otherwise young and healthy state, the ablation was “inappropriate.” In the case of 75\u002Dyear\u002Dold Mrs. Lopez, the issues are more interpersonal than medical: The hospital staff is coldly indifferent, her discharge is likely early, and the hospital’s “patient experience specialist” seems more concerned with a good rating than anything else. “It is maddening,” the author writes, “that hospital leaders have chosen to spend money foolishly on administrative salaries, worthless marketing, failed initiatives, and ancillary services that bring little value to the routine care of hospitalized patients.” As the percentage of the U.S. population that can afford health care of any kind rapidly shrinks, readers will find these stories of miscommunication and administrative bloat recognizable, and the author’s professional experience gives them extra heft." - Review & Purchase Guide | BookBookOwl

Name: FAILURE TO TREAT
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ISBN: 9781956474

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This gripping medical thriller plunges readers into the high-stakes world of emergency medicine, where split-second decisions determine life or death. The narrative follows dedicated healthcare professionals navigating systemic pressures and personal crises while confronting a mysterious medical catastrophe. With authentic emergency room details and relentless pacing, this story captures the intense pressure-cooker environment of modern healthcare.

What sets this medical drama apart is its unflinching look at the human cost of healthcare failures and the moral dilemmas facing today's medical practitioners. Young adult readers considering healthcare careers will find compelling insights into the real-world challenges beyond textbook medicine, while thriller enthusiasts will appreciate the race-against-time plot structure. The result is a thought-provoking page-turner that illuminates both the fragility of life and the resilience of those sworn to protect it.

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