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Could You Be A Determined Patient? You can access an extraordinary amount of information about health conditions on a smartphone while sitting in a doctor's waiting room, but do you know what you're looking for and how to make sense of everything? Too often, patients end up with incomplete knowledge, don't know what questions to ask their doctors, and are reluctant to be completely frank about what they're experiencing and what they need from their health care providers. To address these challenges, Drs. Bob Danziger and Maggie Gellens wrote this practical guide for patients and caretakers. Two physicians with over 60 years combined experience in the world of medicine, Danziger and Gellens empower readers to: - Take charge of their health care - Navigate the complexities of the medical system - Partner effectively with their doctors - Become well informed, strong self-advocates - Achieve the best possible health outcomes For more information, please visit www.determinedpatientbook.com.

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Robert S. Danziger, MD, MBA, is Professor of Medicine at the University of Illinois Chicago, where he practices and teaches cardiology. He has also run a NIH-funded basic science laboratory studying heart failure and hypertension. Mary E. Gellens, MD, is a nephrologist who has been a practicing physician and academic faculty member. She is currently the Senior Director of Medical Affairs at Baxter International, Inc., which provides innovative solutions for patients. Nancy Peske is a writer, editor, and book publishing consultant specializing in nonfiction.

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