The doctor will see you now

In this quirky and eclectic collection of short pieces, Franklin explores the evolving patient-physician relationship. Having spent twenty-five years as the director of intensive care at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, he has opinions and anecdotes on famous doctors and notorious patients; surprising hospital practices and the future of health care; medical reporting, research, ethics, drugs, and money; and the brave new world of neurology. -- adapted from back cover.