Geisinger Launches Healthcare Book Series

Main Category: Depression
Also Included In: Pain / Anesthetics;  Arthritis / Rheumatology;  Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness
Article Date: 12 Jun 2007 - 16:00 PDT

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Geisinger and BC Decker have announced the release of a book series, entitled Frequently Asked Questions. The series features clear, concise answers to common healthcare questions drawn from the clinical practices of eight veteran Geisinger clinicians.

Each book unfolds in a Question and Answer format on a range of topics within a single clinical practice specialty.

The first six books in the series, Depression (Susan Paolucci, MD and Stephen Paolucci, MD), Low Back Pain (David Gutknecht, MD), Menopause (Valerie Weber, MD), Rheumatoid Arthritis (Eric Newman, MD and Cynthia Matzko, RN, MSN) Weight Management: Adults (Christopher Still, DO) and Weight Management: Children and Adolescents (William Cochran, MD) are must-reads for today's patients.

FAQ acquaints readers with the healthcare questions Geisinger clinicians say they are most frequently asked. The books are edited by Sandra A. Buckley, Director, Geisinger Editorial Office.

"FAQ books build on the insight and time-honored wisdom of Geisinger specialists who have developed reputations for their straightforward and easy-to-understand communication skills," says Bruce Hamory, Chief Medical Officer, Geisinger Health System. "The FAQ series provides invaluable knowledge that will help people successfully understand a diagnoses and how to best manage a disease."

"Every person who wants to gain a basic knowledge of one of these health-related topics should pick up one of the books," says Brian Decker, President of BC Decker. "The titles are designed so readers can immediately find answers to their questions for instant impact and results."

Six new titles, including Migraines, Type 2 Diabetes, Otitis Media (Ear Infections) and Osteoporosis will be added to the series within the next two years, according to Dr. Hamory.

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Retailing for $16.95, the books are available at select Weis, Giant and Wegman's Pharmacies, and at the Abigial Gift Ship (Geisinger Medical Center), and via the internet at http://www.bcdecker.com/ and http://www.amazon.com/.

About Geisinger Health System:

Geisinger Health System is one of the nation's leading fully integrated healthcare providers. Founded in 1915, Geisinger serves more than two million residents throughout central and northeastern Pennsylvania. The physician-led organization is at the forefront of the country's rapidly emerging electronic health records movement. Geisinger includes three major regional medical centers, a 650-member group practice, a not-for-profit health insurance company, and the Geisinger Center for Health Research - dedicated to creating innovative new models for patient care, satisfaction and clinical outcomes.

Contact: Patti Urosevich
Geisinger Health System

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