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the life you save nine steps to finding the best medical care and avoiding the worst
millions of americans suffer from indifferent outdated health care ; an estimated 40000 incidents of medical harm happen every day . the good news is that you can prevent this from happening to you or a family member . better yet you can find the very best care in the world . patrick malones sensible advice and real life anecdotes will inspire you to take charge of your own health care make the best choices and avoid serious harm . with the necessary nine the essential steps to finding the best medical care the life you save offers vital information such as br the single most important question you can ask your doctor br when to know you have symptoms your doctor should not shrug off br checklists to help you get out of the hospital in one piece br where to locate the best surgeons and safest hospitals
presents advice on how to protect ones health and ensure the best health care discussing such options as obtaining and reviewing medical records getting a second opinion finding the right surgeon and living with chronic disease .