Expected Miracles: Surgeons at Work

by Joan Cassell

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Explores the world of surgeons from their own perspective how they perceive themselves, their work, colleagues, and communities. This book uses the central metaphor of the surgical 'miracle' by illuminating the drama of the operating room, where surgeons and patients alike expect heroic performance.

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0877228388

ISBN13:9780877228387

Release Date:June 1991

Publisher:Temple University Press

Length:281 Pages

Weight:0.95 lbs.

Dimensions:0.9" x 5.5" x 8.2"

Related Subjects

Anthropology Clinical Education & Reference General General Surgery Health Health, Fitness & Dieting Health, Fitness & Dieting Mathematics Medical Medical Books Medicine Physician & Patient Politics & Social Sciences Reference Science & Math Social Sciences Surgery

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