A Difficult Time [Paperback]

Jerry Sobieraj M.D. (Author)

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Publication Date: November 1, 2001

The troubles in our health care system are discussed in the news on a daily basis. Finally, a book that tells us how some of the issues impact on the practice of primary care. Learn why so many doctors are leaving the field of Medicine, and what may be done to halt this exodus!

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The troubles in our health care system are discussed in the news on a daily basis. Finally, a book that tells us how some of the issues impact on the practice of primary care. Learn why so many doctors are leaving the field of Medicine, and what may be done to halt this exodus!

Jerry Sobieraj, MD has been a practicing physician for the past 15 years. He is currently studying computer science at Boston University, where he hopes to earn his Masters of Science Degree. His practice of general medicine has always highlighted the importance of nutrition in health and disease. Dr.

About the Author

Jerry Sobieraj, MD has been a practicing physician for the past 15 years. He is currently studying computer science at Boston University, where he hopes to earn his Masters of Science Degree. His practice of general medicine has always highlighted the importance of nutrition in health and disease. Dr. Sobieraj makes important health information available through his web site at www.sobieraj.com.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: iUniverse (November 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595204813
• ISBN-13: 978-0595204816
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,397,472 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read for Health Care Professionals, July 5, 2002

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David Evans (Park Ridge, Ill.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Difficult Time (Paperback)

Dr. Jerry Sobieraj has been a well-respected expert in the health care industry for over 15 years. His diverse medical background and intellectual insight has garnered him a reputation as being one of the most knowledgeable and visionary physicians in the field today. Since his previous publications and research documents have been geared to mostly a medically trained audience, it was refreshing to finally read his first book for the benifit of the general public.

In A Difficult Time, Dr. Sobieraj not only explains the daily difficulties of dealing with insurance companies, drug companies, seemingly endless paperwork requirements, time constraints, and the balance of company profits verses patient care, he provides a compelling argument that the medical establishment is in dire need of fundamental changes. Dr. Sobieraj lays the groundwork for systems and programs that truly promote better health and fight disease - while keeping cost in control. Unfortunately, it has been an uphill battle. His encounters in trying to change the multi-billion dollar heath care industry in the United States have forced Dr. Sobieraj to completely reevaluate his career path. Dr. Sobieraj's book warns that if systematic inequities are not corrected more and more physicians will be leaving the medical field.

This book is a must read for anyone thinking about entering the health care field. For those not considering entering the field, I still highly recommend it. Readers gain a valuable insight into the current state-of-affairs of the medical profession and get a behind the scenes look at the business side of the medical industry. It's valuable information.