Caring for the Country: Family Doctors in Small Rural Towns

3 Responses to “Caring for the Country: Family Doctors in Small Rural Towns”

1. N. Brynes says:

   June 30, 2010 at 5:29 am

   I am a student who will likely attend medical school in Fall 2009 for rural medicine. I loved this book, and felt that, even as at times a small hard to read (this is no beach reading), it was fascinating and plotting-provoking. Each tale of each physician working with a rural populace helped me cement my interest in working with this often overlooked area. I would urge this book to anyone interested in Pennsylvania healthcare, rural healthcare in general, or medicine for underserved populations.
   Rating: 4 / 5
2. countrydoc says:

   June 30, 2010 at 6:21 am

   This is a book I revere. It sits on my shelf nearest my desk in my office, and I frequently find myself opening it when I am tired, or worn. Once I’ve read a small, I get a huge lump in my throat, the tears well up, and I feel better. If you are people doctor, please get this.
   Rating: 5 / 5
3. Cindy Carson says:

   June 30, 2010 at 8:15 am

   After reading this book, I have a greater appreciation and admiration for rural family doctors. As I read each chapter, I was able to experience the doctor/patient interactions as if I was aptly in the exam room.
   
   All of the doctors profiled in this book possess unique character traits that make them so engaging.

   What is unique about this book is that it not only gives you insight into the medical do of these doctors, but it gives you an intimate look at their lives. It explores how rural medical do is intimately connected to all aspects of life in a small town.

   This book was perfectly written and I highly urge it.
   
   Rating: 5 / 5