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Editors: Peter A. Singer and A.M. Viens Publisher:  Cambridge University Press – 538 pages Book Review by: Sonu Chandiram What is ethical or not, in healthcare and in medical practice, is sometimes not as clear cut as we wish it to be. Nevertheless, it is important, even crucial, for doctors to get a definite answer, so that the correct decision is arrived at before taking an action, or not. There are usually many aspects of a problem or issue to be looked at, so this book is a crucial one to have when confronted by a dilemma, and the...

Editors: Kathleen Hall Jamiesen, Dan Kahan, and Dietram A. Scheufele Publisher: Oxford University Press – 486 pages Book Review by: Sonu Chandiram This book presents case studies in which information failed, or succeeded, in communicating important points to the public. The failures and successes were determined primarily by the difficulty or ease in providing access to scientific evidence. But there were also other determinants. This book provides coverage of a very wide range of topics in its case studies. Some of the most important topics covered in it are: Climate change Fracking Genetically-engineered organisms Nanotechnology Vaccination controversies Why is...

Author: Michael Sabel, MD Publisher: Thieme – 76 pages Book Review by: Sonu Chandiram This slim, mini (7.5” x 5”) book is probably the most valuable resource you will need as you enter and begin your medical residency. It was written by Dr. Michael Sabel who has directed medical resident training programs for more than 20 years. So he is uniquely qualified to write this guide for you. Having spoken at length with numerous residents, this is how the majority of residents describe to Dr. Sabel their first year or two as residents: “When you start your residency, your...