Senior Citizens

Are you or your family now or soon dealing with the healthcare system? Would you like to know more or overcome confusion or concern about something? You already know that health care is complex and that you might or might not benefit from your encounter. But what can you do to get the best possible value from health care?

The knowledge we have concentrated in “The Nature of Clinical Care” is vital those who wish to understand what they can do to remain healthy or deal with health issues. We address physical health in Volume 1, and mental health and population health in Volume 2. Throughout the books, but especially in Volume 3, we provide guidance on developing good relationships with clinicians. We emphasize how to participate in health care to achieve the best results and avoid harm. The material will help you and your family prepare so you know which questions to ask, and the kinds of answers to expect when trying to get the support you need – while avoiding unnecessary interventions and undesirable consequences.

Consider these facts. Not all tests or examinations are necessary or beneficial, and some can be harmful. Testing can be an expensive fishing expedition that only results in more testing, or it can guide a doctor’s acting on suspicions. A diagnosis can be a determination of the cause of a problem, or just a sophisticated restatement of your symptoms – not revealing what needs to be corrected. Treatments can be invaluable, or they can be useless or even dangerous. For the elderly, medical interventions can enhance comfort, possibly prolong life, or make living uncomfortable and possibly bring it to an end.

Getting good and effective health care is not for the unprepared mind!

The Nature of Clinical Care embodies what you need to be an effective participant in your care!