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Surface Plasmon Resonance Imaging: Basic Theory and Practical Methodology (Lecture Notes in Chemistry #95)
by Yi ChenThis book introduces the fundamentals, instruments, methodology, and applications of surface plasmon resonance imaging (SPRi) and related techniques. It provides an overview of SPRi development and an easy-to-understand interpretation of theory and operation principles. Some unique ideas proposed by the authors to design and set up SPRi devices and methods are disclosed for the first time. Crucial manipulation experiences are also summarized here, including chip surface functionalization, sensitivity enhancement and coupling of SPRi with other analytical techniques. The application of SPRi for molecular interaction study, featuring high throughput, label-freeness, and physiologically compatible analysis, is discussed in detail. This book is of interest and useful to a wide readership in bioanalytical chemistry, molecular biology, and many related interdisciplinary fields.
Surfactants and Polymers in Drug Delivery (Drugs and the Pharmaceutical Sciences)
by Martin MalmstenThis reference features the latest findings surrounding the physicochemical aspects of surfactant and polymer systems to facilitate the design and understanding of novel and advanced drug delivery formulations. It covers the basics of surfactant and polymer surface activity and self-assembly, the various types of structures formed by such compounds
Surfactants in Personal Care Products and Decorative Cosmetics (Surfactant Science)
by Linda D. Rhein Mitchell Schlossman Anthony O’Lenick P. SomasundaranFrom anti-aging creams to make-up, surfactants play a key role as delivery systems for skin care and decorative cosmetic products. Surfactants in Personal Care Products and Decorative Cosmetics, Third Edition presents a scientific basis in surfactant science and recent advances in the industry necessary for understanding, formulating, and te
The Surgeon (A Rizzoli & Isles Novel #1)
by Tess Gerritsen<p>He slips into homes at night and walks silently into bedrooms where women lie sleeping, about to awaken to a living nightmare. The precision of his methods suggests that he is a deranged man of medicine, prompting the Boston newspapers to dub him "The Surgeon." <p>Led by Detectives Thomas Moore and Jane Rizzoli, the cops must consult the victim of a nearly identical crime: Two years ago, Dr. Catherine Cordell fought back and filled an attacker before he could complete his assault. Now this new killer is re-creating, with chilling accuracy, the details of Cordell's ordeal. <p>With every new murder he seems to be taunting her, cutting ever closer, from her hospital to her home. And neither Moore nor Rizzoli can protect Cordell from a ruthless hunter who somehow understands--and savors--the secret fears of every woman he kills. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
A Surgeon, A Midwife, A Family: A Sweet Medical Romance (Good, Bad and Ugly #1)
by Gill SandersonThe first novel in Gill Sanderson's heartwarming Good, Bad and Ugly series, perfect for fans of Mia Faye, Laura Scott, Helen Scott Taylor, Grey's Anatomy and ER.Readers ADORE Gill's gripping medical romances!'The story was exciting, romantic and I loved every part of it... I had a hard time putting it down' 5* reader review'I find all of Gill Sanderson's books very readable and enjoy the escapism they give me' 5* author review'Remarkable writer!!' 5* author review 'A truly wonderful writer' 5* author reviewIt wasn't a good start when the hospital's newest midwife began work by knocking instruments onto the operating theatre floor. Miranda Gale expected the neonatal surgeon, Jack Sinclair, to take her to task. Instead he suggested ways in which she could further her career. But he was so aloof! Vivacious Miranda would have preferred him to shout at her.Working together led to unexpected intimacy. Jack asked Miranda to marry him, to have the children he felt they both wanted. But Miranda had kept something from him and only the most desperate of remedies could put things right.Don't miss Gill Sanderson's enthralling medical romances, including the A Lakeland Practice and The Wilde Twins series.
A Surgeon, A Midwife, A Family: A Sweet Medical Romance (Good, Bad And Ugly Ser. #1)
by Gill SandersonThe first novel in Gill Sanderson's heartwarming Good, Bad and Ugly series, perfect for fans of Mia Faye, Laura Scott, Helen Scott Taylor, Grey's Anatomy and ER.Readers ADORE Gill's gripping medical romances!'The story was exciting, romantic and I loved every part of it... I had a hard time putting it down' 5* reader review'I find all of Gill Sanderson's books very readable and enjoy the escapism they give me' 5* author review'Remarkable writer!!' 5* author review 'A truly wonderful writer' 5* author reviewIt wasn't a good start when the hospital's newest midwife began work by knocking instruments onto the operating theatre floor. Miranda Gale expected the neonatal surgeon, Jack Sinclair, to take her to task. Instead he suggested ways in which she could further her career. But he was so aloof! Vivacious Miranda would have preferred him to shout at her.Working together led to unexpected intimacy. Jack asked Miranda to marry him, to have the children he felt they both wanted. But Miranda had kept something from him and only the most desperate of remedies could put things right.Don't miss Gill Sanderson's enthralling medical romances, including the A Lakeland Practice and The Wilde Twins series.
The Surgeon and the Princess: The Surgeon And The Princess / Captivated By Her Runaway Doc (Mills And Boon Medical Ser.)
by Karin BaineA wounded princess, an off-limits surgeon Can they heal each other?Adjusting to life as an amputee, independent medic Princess Georgiana refuses help from anyone. Yet using surgeon Edward Lawrence&’s state-of-the-art clinic would speed her recovery and escape from the palace for good… Rehabilitation with the gorgeous—and off-limits—Ed means letting her guard down, something Georgiana finds hard… But can Ed make her see just how strong her scars make her and how much she has to offer? &“Reunion with His Surgeon Princess a sweet and exciting royal romance story. Author Karin Baine has a spell-binding way with her writing. I could visualize the story as it unfolded on the pages. She also did a marvelous job of bringing these two characters together for their happy ever after despite their emotional baggage. Highly recommended for all readers of medical romance.&”-Goodreads&“Emotionally enchanting! The story was fast-paced, emotionally charged and oh so satisfying!&”-Goodreads on Their One-Night Twin Surprise
Surgeon Boss, Surprise Dad
by Janice LynnDedicated surgeon and confirmed bachelor Adam Cline didn't think he'd ever settle down, until beautiful nurse Liz stole his heart away! But when Adam learns he can never give Liz the life she's always dreamed of, he tells her that, for her sake, he must walk away.But Liz has a secret of her own. Putting her broken heart aside, she decides to tell Adam she is expecting his baby. Now, no matter what the future holds, Liz must prove to Adam that their one chance at happiness is to come together--as a family.
A Surgeon for the Single Mom
by Charlotte HawkesFrom bachelor doc……to family man!As a single parent and helicopter rescue doc, fiercely independent Effie Robinson has no time for romance! So when hotshot neurosurgeon Talank Basu proposes a mutually beneficial dating ruse, what could be the harm? Only, Effie’s not prepared for how protected and supported he makes her feel… Tak’s fighting their sizzling attraction just as much as she is—will they finally give in and trust in their once-in-a-lifetime chemistry?“Ms. Hawkes has delivered a fantastic read in this book where the chemistry between this couple was heady and convincing….”— Harlequin Junkie on A Bride to Redeem Him“…it was right at the end that had me smiling a lot, because of how far the hero and heroine have come in their relationship.”— Harlequin Junkie on Tempted by Dr. Off Limits
Surgeon General's Warning
by Mike StobbeWhat does it mean to be the nation's doctor? In this engaging narrative, journalist Mike Stobbe examines the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General, emphasizing that it has always been unique within the federal government in its ability to influence public health. But now, in their efforts to provide leadership in public health policy, surgeons general compete with other high-profile figures such as the secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services and the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Furthermore, in an era of declining budgets, when public health departments have eliminated tens of thousands of jobs, some argue that a lower-profile and ineffective surgeon general is a waste of money. By tracing stories of how surgeons general like Luther Terry, C. Everett Koop, and Joycelyn Elders created policies and confronted controversy in response to issues like smoking, AIDS, and masturbation, Stobbe highlights how this office is key to shaping the nation's health and explailns why its decline is harming our national well-being.
Surgeon, Heal Thyself: Optimising Surgical Performance by Managing Stress
by Uttam ShiralkarSurgeons start their career in the expectation that it will bring personal satisfaction through an unparalleled sense of achievement and professional growth. Nonetheless, a career in surgery carries with it serious challenges: surgical training is rigorous, both emotionally and physically, and demands that the surgeon adjust to unpredictability. Chronic levels of stress can affect surgical performance, the quality of family relationships, and even the nature of the doctor–patient relationship. Unmanaged stress has been shown to contribute to physical illness, emotional problems, absenteeism, poor job performance, drug abuse, and negative social attitudes. With a background in both surgery and psychological medicine, Dr Shiralkar examines the psychosocial burden of being a surgeon and offers insights into the role of intra-human factors in surgery. He reveals surgical performance from a psychological perspective and highlights the factors that cause unsatisfactory performance. He also offers solutions to rectify the problem and prevent burnout. The book will be invaluable to all those embarking on a surgical career, as well as to established surgeons in all specialties who wish to understand how to identify and manage the factors that could lead to career-limiting levels of stress.
Surgeon in Blue: Jonathan Letterman, the Civil War Doctor Who Pioneered Battlefield Care
by Scott McgaughJonathan Letterman was an outpost medical officer serving in Indian country in the years before the Civil War, responsible for the care of just hundreds of men. But when he was appointed the chief medical officer for the Army of the Potomac, he revolutionized combat medicine over the course of four major battles--Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg--that produced unprecedented numbers of casualties. He made battlefield survival possible by creating the first organized ambulance corps and a more effective field hospital system. He imposed medical professionalism on a chaotic battlefield. Where before 20 percent of the men were unfit to fight because of disease, squalid conditions, and poor nutrition, he improved health and combat readiness by pioneering hygiene and diet standards. Based on original research, and with stirring accounts of battle and the struggle to invent and supply adequate care during impossible conditions, this new biography recounts Letterman's life from his small-town Pennsylvania beginnings to his trailblazing wartime years and his subsequent life as a wildcatter and the medical examiner of San Francisco. At last, here is the missing portrait of a key figure of Civil War history and military medicine. His principles of battlefield care continue to be taught to military commanders and first responders.
A Surgeon in the Village: An American Doctor Teaches Brain Surgery in Africa
by Tony BartelmeAn inspiring story of doctors who changed the health care of an African nationDr. Dilan Ellegala arrives in Tanzania, shocked to find the entire country has just three brain surgeons for its population of forty-two million. Haydom Lutheran Hospital lacks even the most basic surgical tools, not even a saw to open a patient’s skull. Here, people with head injuries or brain tumors heal on their own or die. When confronted with a villager suffering from a severe head trauma, Dilan buys a tree saw from a farmer, sterilizes it, and then uses it to save the man’s life.Yet Dilan realizes that there are far too many neurosurgery patients for one person to save, and of course he will soon be leaving Tanzania. He needs to teach someone his skills. He identifies a potential student in Emmanuel Mayegga, a stubborn assistant medical officer who grew up in a mud hut. Though Mayegga has no medical degree, Dilan sees that Mayegga has the dexterity, intelligence, and determination to do brain surgery. Over six months, he teaches Mayegga how to remove tumors and treat hydrocephalus. And then, perhaps more important, Dilan teaches Mayegga how to pass on his newfound skills. Mayegga teaches a second Tanzanian, who teaches a third. It’s a case of teach-a-man-to-fish meets brain surgery.As he guides these Tanzanians to do things they never thought possible, Dilan challenges the Western medical establishment to do more than send vacationing doctors on short-term medical missions. He discovers solutions that could transform health care for two billion people across the world.A Surgeon in the Village is the incredible and riveting account of one man’s push to “train-forward”—to change our approach to aid and medical training before more lives are needlessly lost. His story is a testament to the transformational power of teaching and the ever-present potential for change. As many as seventeen million people die every year because of a shortage of surgeons, more than die from AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis combined. Dilan Ellegala and other visionaries are boldly proposing ways of saving lives.
The Surgeon King's Secret Baby
by Amy RuttanA family by New Year’s Eve?Reagan Cote left war-torn Hermosa thinking the gorgeous surgeon she’d shared a brief affair with was lost on the front line. So she clung to the child she was carrying.While Kainan Laskaris’s voice is damaged, he’s alive. And when he finds Reagan in Toronto and discovers he’s dad to their sick baby boy, he asks her to marry him. Now he’s king of Hermosa, he needs a queen and heir, but before she’ll accept, Kainan must prove that marrying Reagan means more than claiming his kingdom.
Surgeon Prince, Cinderella Bride (Cinderellas to Royal Brides #1)
by Ann McIntoshA year-long contract……to marry a stranger!In this Cinderellas to Royal Brides story, Dr. Sara Greer’s shocked to find Crown Prince Farhan on her doorstep with life-changing news—she’s the long-lost heir to the throne of Kalyana! Farhan needs to preserve his title and Sara wants to connect with her newfound heritage, so agreeing to his convenient proposal seems like the perfect solution! Until their inconvenient chemistry has her reconsidering their hands-off agreement...Cinderellas to Royal Brides duetBook 1 — Surgeon Prince, Cinderella BrideBook 2 — Royal Doc’s Secret Heir“This is a beautifully written story filled with all of the feels for a wonderful romance…this one is a real page turner, one that I highly recommend. I really enjoyed this story, it is so very moving as well as being a sensual journey to a HEA….”— Goodreads on The Surgeon’s One Night to Forever “The Nurse’s Pregnancy Miracle is my first Ann McIntosh read and it definitely won’t be my last. The plot is on point, the characters are likable and the storytelling is detailed with threads of deep emotion and warm romance that invites you to settle in and enjoy.”— Goodreads
A Surgeon with a Secret: A Pup To Rescue Their Hearts (twins Reunited On The Children's Ward) / A Surgeon With A Secret (twins Reunited On The Children's Ward) (Twins Reunited on the Children's Ward #2)
by Alison RobertsIt’s time……for the surgeon to take a chance!Pediatric surgeon Lachlan doesn’t do emotion. Until nurse Flick comes crashing into his orbit! She may be poised and professional, but it’s Flick’s warmth that tempts Lachlan to open up. Now, as his world begins to crumble, Lachlan knows she may be the only person he can trust with his secrets. Can Flick also show him they deserve a future—together?From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.Twins Reunited on the Children’s WardBook 1: A Pup to Rescue Their HeartsBook 2: A Surgeon with a Secret
A Surgeon Worth Waiting For
by Melanie MilburneSafe in her surgeon's armsTrauma surgeon Jack Colcannon has always had a difficult relationship with the adorable Dr. Becky Baxter. Their brief relationship ten years ago only adds to the complication of them working together.But when Becky becomes the target of terrifying threats, Jack is the only one who can keep her safe--at work and at home, day and night.Safe in the protection of his arms, she realizes that, whatever it might take, Jack is a man worth waiting for...
The Surgeons: Life and Death in a Top Heart Center
by Charles R. Morris"Insightful and filled with verve...electrifying."--Wall Street Journal Hailed as "an astute book of enormous importance" (Sherwin Nuland), The Surgeons follows the team at one of the world's premier cardiac surgery and transplant centers. Given unprecedented access, Charles R. Morris recounts in thrilling detail a late-night against-the-clock "harvest run" to secure a precious transplantable organ, the heartbreaking story of a child's failed transplant, and more. Along the way, Morris reflects on how doctors really think, rising health care costs, and the future of health care in America.
Surgeons as Educators
by Tobias S. Köhler Bradley SchwartzThis book is designed to provide the reader with comprehension of the principles of contemporary surgical education and skills to design and implement effective curricula that include learning theory, needs assessments, curriculum development, effective teaching methods, valid and reliable assessment of learners, and comprehensive program evaluation. This text will provide a comprehensive, state-of-the art review of this field and will serve as a valuable resource for anyone wishing to become a better educator regardless of the level of the trainee. The book will review how people learn and how to vary teaching methods accordingly. It will cover curriculum planning, measurement and performance assessment, teaching residents to teach, coaching, promoting professionalism, teaching surgeons to lead, and burnout. It will aid in identifying differences in generations and how to select students and residents who will thrive in your program. Specifics on teaching in the operating room, use of new technologies and honing of feedback skills will be addressed. The effect of duty hours and due process for struggling learners will also be addressed as well as preparing residents for beyond residency. Specifics on how to set up simulation centers and utilize this technology will also be discussed. These are a few of the topics which will prepare the reader to excel in education and thus be able to positively influence patient care well beyond that of any one individual.
The Surgeon's Baby Bombshell: New York Doc, Thailand Proposal / The Surgeon's Baby Bombshell (Mills And Boon Medical Ser.)
by Deanne AndersOne life-changing night…One longed-for family!He’s gorgeous, dedicated and completely uncompromising! But Dr. Frannie Wentworth knows pediatric surgeon Ian Spencer’s challenging demeanor hides a wealth of pain. And after one heartrending shift on the children’s ward encourages Ian to reveal the grief of losing his son, the friction between them fades…leaving Frannie pregnant! She’s always longed to be a mom, but can she help Ian believe he deserves to embrace fatherhood again?
The Surgeon's Baby Secret
by Amber MckenzieHer baby's daddy... Surgeon Erin Madden never expected to be able to have a baby. And she certainly never expected to fall pregnant from her whirlwind and totally unforgettable romance with Dr. Ryan Callum. But her precious little daughter, Jennie, is proof that dreams can come true... Two years later, and Erin is shocked that Ryan has started work at the same hospital. Things might have ended badly between them, but he still sets Erin's heart racing. And now it's only a matter of time before Ryan discovers her baby secret...
The Surgeon's Baby Surprise
by Charlotte HawkesDiscovering his secret child! For committed surgeon Max Van Berg, career has always come first. He's only ever risked distraction once-during his whirlwind affair with stunning psychiatrist Evangeline Parker... But now Evie's unexpected reappearance has turned Max's world upside down. Not only is Evie battling illness, but she's been forced to keep an even bigger secret from the surgeon! Against all odds Max is a father, and suddenly his sole focus is fighting for Evie, for baby Imogen and for the family he never knew he wanted until now...
The Surgeon's Convenient Husband: The Sheikh Doc's Marriage Bargain / The Surgeon's Convenient Husband (Harlequin Lp Medical Ser. #Vol. 1030)
by Amy RuttanSurprise reunion……with her husband!Dr. Ruby Cloutier agreed to a marriage with army doc Aran Atkinson in name only so she could continue working in Alaska. Aran’s military service has suitably kept them apart—and their attraction at bay—until he unexpectedly returns, more brooding and tempting than ever! Now working together on life-threatening cases, it’s getting harder to resist the burning chemistry between them. Suddenly Ruby finds herself inconveniently falling for her convenient husband!“It is an engaging read that I didn’t want to put down. There are so many emotional barriers to this romance and just how they can be overcome make it an enthralling read. I’ll definitely be looking out for more by this author in future and have no hesitation in highly recommending this book to anyone…”— Goodreads on NY Doc Under the Northern Lights“A Date With Dr. Moustakas is a mesmerizing romance filled with emotional intensity and sensuality. Author Amy Ruttan once again astounds her readers with her heart-warming story telling style.”— Goodreads
The Surgeon's Daughter: A Novel
by Audrey BlakeSheReads Best Historical Fiction Of Summer 2022!"This is an intense, suspenseful, and insightful read about the challenges both women and doctors faced in the 19th century…Our heroine rises to the challenge with courage and determination." —Historical Novel SocietyFrom the USA Today bestselling author of The Girl in His Shadow comes a riveting historical fiction novel about the women in medicine who changed the world forever.Women's work is a matter of life and death. Nora Beady, the only female student at a prestigious medical school in Bologna, is a rarity. In the 19th century women are expected to remain at home and raise children, so her unconventional, indelicate ambitions to become a licensed surgeon offend the men around her.Everything changes when she allies herself with Magdalena Morenco, the sole female doctor on-staff. Together the two women develop new techniques to improve a groundbreaking surgery: the Cesarean section. It's a highly dangerous procedure and the research is grueling, but even worse is the vitriolic response from men. Most don't trust the findings of women, and many can choose to deny their wives medical care.Already facing resistance on all sides, Nora is shaken when she meets a patient who will die without the surgery. If the procedure is successful, her work could change the world. But a failure could cost everything: precious lives, Nora's career, and the role women will be allowed to play in medicine.Perfect for book clubs and for fans of Marie Benedict, Tracey Enerson Wood, and Sarah Penner comes a captivating celebration of women healthcare workers throughout history.
The Surgeon's Engagement Wish
by Alison RobertsHe's back...and this time he's perfect! Nurse Beth Dawson has come to the small town of Hereford, New Zealand, for a bit of peace and quiet after a tumultuous time. The last person she expects to meet is Luke Savage--the high-flying, career-minded surgeon she was engaged to years ago. Luke was always determined to be a cardiac surgeon at the top institutions in Europe--so why is he serving this tiny seaside community in rural New Zealand? Eventually, Beth sees Luke has changed; he's mellowed and has realized what's important in life. But will he forgive her for leaving him? And will Beth give Luke the love and commitment he's never stopped wanting?