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Heart Failure Explained is a clear, steady guide for anyone living with heart failure, caring for someone affected by it, or trying to understand a diagnosis that often arrives wrapped in fear. The phrase itself sounds final, but the reality is far more complex. Heart failure rarely means that the heart has stopped or is about to stop. Instead, it describes a condition in which the heart is no longer meeting the body’s demands as efficiently as it once did, either because the pumping action has weakened, the filling phase has become stiff, or the circulation has become strained.

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST OVER TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD This inspiring, exquisitely observed memoir finds hope and beauty in the face of insurmountable odds as an idealistic young neurosurgeon attempts to answer the question, What makes a life worth living?...

An Economist Best Book of 2024 “If you are at all curious about the brain or the surgeons who operate on it, Gray Matters is a must read and Dr. Theodore Schwartz is the perfect guide, a master brain surgeon and superbly talented writer. I have not read a better biography of our shared...

Torn by a quirk of fate from his life as a dilettante and intellectual, Humphrey van Weydon finds himself at the whim of the ruthless Wolf Larsen. The 2 men - the one youthful, idealistic, and upper-class, the other ruthless, dangerous, self-taught, and self-determined - inevitably become adversaries. As he does in Call of the Wild and White Fang, Jack London dramatizes in this story the violent encounter between safe, genteel comfort and a brutal set of circumstances.

For years, they came in on weekends to plan and practice—nearly sixty surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists, preparing to harmonize in a vast medical symphony. For the team at Mayo Clinic, it was their most complex surgery to date: a face transplant. At the heart of this event was Andy Sandness. He grappled with feelings of isolation and shame after a disfiguring suicide attempt but was determined to reclaim his future, to be seen as ordinary, and to belong again.

Gifted Hands reveals the remarkable journey of Dr. Ben Carson from an angry, struggling young boy with everything stacked against him to the director of pediatric neurosurgery at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center. As a boy, he did poorly in school and struggled with anger. If it were not for...

Every year, millions of people are told they need gallbladder removal surgery — and almost as many are frightened by what they hear next. From whispered warnings about never eating normally again to stories of long recoveries and endless digestive problems, myths about gallbladder surgery have spread far beyond the truth.

The Sunday Times No.1 Bestseller ‘Brave, compassionate and inspiring – it left me in floods of tears’ Adam Kay, author of This Is Going to Hurt For more than twenty-five years, David Nott has taken unpaid leave from his job as a general and vascular surgeon with the NHS to volunteer in...

Wie behält man die Nerven, wenn von der eigenen Arbeit ein Menschenleben abhängt? Ein einzigartiger Einblick in die Gedanken- und Gefühlswelt des Spitzenchirurgen Rüdiger Lange. Operationen am offenen Herzen sind die Königsdisziplin der Chirurgie. Rüdiger Lange erzählt von seinen wichtigsten Operationen – und von den Abgründen, über die nur wenige der absoluten Spitzenoperateure zu sprechen wagen.

Unsolved Medical Mysteries: Explaining the Unexplainable is your chance to explore the strangest and most confounding cases in medical history. In 12 gripping lectures, acclaimed author, historian, and medical humanities expert Dr. Brandy Schillace guides you on a fascinating journey into the unknown, from historical enigmas to modern medical conundrums. With her unique blend of storytelling and scientific insight, Dr. Schillace digs into a range of medical mysteries

The New York Times bestselling author of Being Mortal and Complications reveals the surprising power of the ordinary checklist We live in a world of great and increasing complexity, where even the most expert professionals struggle to master the tasks they face. Longer training, ever more...

Plastic surgery has become the answer for many Americans, and in American Plastic sociologist Laurie Essig explores how we arrived at this particular solution. Over the last decade there has been a 465 percent increase in cosmetic work, and we now spend over $12 billion annually on procedures like liposuction, face-lifts, tummy tucks, and boob jobs.

Conquer medical anxiety and embrace patient preparation with this reassuring, step-by-step guide to physical healing. Whether you are facing an upcoming procedure or supporting a loved one, understanding the operating room has never been more accessible. Replace sleepless nights of worry with a...

Uncover the gripping medical history of human transplantation and the fierce bioethical battles defying mortality. Perfect for a thought-provoking daily commute, this fascinating narrative traces our quest to replace failing body parts, moving from ancient myths to modern surgical miracles. It...

Uncover the dark medical history of how bold surgeons transformed gruesome battlefield trauma into lifesaving science. Perfect for your daily commute or a focused learning session, this visceral true story immerses you in the suspenseful reality of early medicine. Hear how desperate pioneers...

Step into the gripping medical history where daring surgeons defied mortality to turn forbidden science into a lifeline. Perfect for a focused commute, this intense narrative nonfiction journey explores the high-stakes ethical battles of playing God. Witness the raw emotion of desperate patients...

Explore a gripping medical history of survival, where true healing requires the deliberate violence of the blade. Perfect for an intense morning commute or an immersive learning session, this visceral narrative exposes the hidden, high-stakes reality of the operating room. From the primal dread...

Reclaim your mobility and conquer post-surgery pain with this daily recovery guide for knee replacement healing. When you transition from the hospital to your home, the road to rehabilitation can suddenly feel overwhelming. This calming, reassuring audio companion walks you step-by-step through...

Brought to you by Penguin. What could a lacemaker have in common with vascular surgeons? A Savile Row tailor with molecular scientists? A fighter pilot with jazz musicians? At first glance, very little. But Roger Kneebone, an expert on experts, has spent his life finding unexpected connections...