Synopses & Reviews
This book is a practical handbook for physicians and other health care professionals who work with patients in the Native American populations. Emphasis is on the unique differences between Native American and standard U.S. (anglo) diseases and health care procedures. The editors have enlisted a very knowledgeable and diverse group of contributors to discuss topics including infectious diseases, internal medicine, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatric disorders, and substance abuse.
Synopsis
This concise reference provides clinicians with the information they need to successfully treat and manage Native American patients. Emphasis is on the unique medical differences between Native American and standard U.S. (anglo) diseases and health care procedures.
* - Portable and practical handbook on managing patients in the Native American populations *
- Demonstrates how disorders vary in presentation and treatment for Native American patients *
- Emphasizes the alliance of traditional and modern medicine practices