About Book

This book aspires to reach out to all those who care about healthcare, focusing on subtle debates on the art and science of family medicine. The specialty of family medicine is a continuous, comprehensive, compassionate healthcare system provided to the family as a unit, taking into consideration the whole panorama of psycho-socio-economic and spiritual factors that contribute to the well being of each member of the family.

In the present scenario the physician plays a vital role and has the unenviable task of not only taking on the role of scientist, philosopher, saint, and guide, but also countering the fragmented, depersonalized, and exorbitant status of modern medicine. We need physicians who can think analytically when analysis is required, but whose mode of thought is synthesizing and holistic. The emphasis should be in keeping abreast of innovation, and evaluation of whether these ideals for which the mission of family medicine embarked are constantly being pursued. This book should go a long way in enlightening those who are on the path of this noble pursuit.

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