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OverviewA prominent gynecologist explains how to make the best choices for female reproductive health in this authoritative, easy-to-read guide This book is for every woman who has wished for an unhurried, personal conversation with a sympathetic doctor who will answer her questions about reproductive health. Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, a gynecologist practicing for more than 25 years, presents a complete and up-to-date guide to a healthy reproductive system for women in their teens through middle age. With warmth and understanding, Dr. Minkin and coauthor Carol V. Wright respond to questions about the gynecological issues that concern women today, including sexual activity, contraception, and family planning. Readers of The Yale Guide to Women’s Reproductive Health willlearn how the female body works, what problems may arise, and what solutions are available—in short, they will become better prepared to participate in their own health care and to make healthy decisions. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Mary Jane Minkin , Carol V. Wright, Ph.D.Publisher: Yale University Press Imprint: Yale University Press Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 0.30cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 0.726kg ISBN: 9780300105940ISBN 10: 0300105940 Pages: 464 Publication Date: 10 November 2004 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsReviewsAn outstanding book. The authors write clearly and as though speaking directly to patients. Information is practical, based on current research, and never demeaning to women. Essential. Choice; A wonderful book about women's health issues of crucial importance to us all, particularly the young. While extremely informative, it is written with candour, wisdom, humour, and love. Perfect for my teenage daughter. Valerie Harper A wonderful book about women's health issues of crucial importance to us all, particularly the young. While extremely informative, it is written with candor, wisdom, humor, and love. Perfect for my teenage daughter. -Valerie Harper A clear, readable, and comprehensive book that explains things you never learned in high school-but should have-about your body. -Alan H. DeCherney, M.D., University of California, Los Angeles Author InformationMary Jane Minkin, M.D., is clinical professor of obstetrics and gynaecology at Yale University School of Medicine and has a private practice in the New Haven area. She is regularly interviewed in Glamour, Good Housekeeping, Parents, and other magazines. Carol V. Wright, Ph.D., writes on topics related to women's health, travel, and cooking. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |