This book is a practical, up-to-date synopsis of issues affecting healthcare in the 21st century. The cases are real and practical for practicing physicians and attorneys. Focusing on case-based problems, from both clinical care and legal controversies, anyone in healthcare would benefit from reading this book. Chapters and topics include: medical malpractice, tort reform, health care reform, international law, agencies, including FDA, CDC, and CMS. There is an extensive discussion of ethical issues affecting medicine, including reproductive care, LGBTQ+ care, and end of life issues. The text was initially designed for a course in healthcare law at a law school and medical school. However, the in-depth discussions are applicable broadly. Whether a student of law and/or medicine, or a practicing attorney, physician, nurse, or even an administrator in healthcare, the issues, discussion and explanation of the law, rules and regulations will be tremendously useful.
How American Politics Works
American politics is a paradox of cynicism and adulation. This book explains the system’s complex inner workings through the “four Ps”: Philosophy, Pragmatism, Personality, and Profit—the constant clash between high ideals and self-interest.