Human Touch in Modern Medicine: Putting "Care" back at the centre of Health Care

A paradox is unfolding in healthcare: explosion of medical knowledge on one hand, and a steep decline in satisfaction and trust levels among care seekers on the other.This book deals with the less talked about topics such as empathy, compassion, care, and changing perspectives of what is right or inappropriate. He urges modern healthcare to regain its direction and get back on the human centric track. The topic "Graceful Death" explores how each of us needs to think and plan the way we wish to be treated when our time comes. This book is a must read for all health-care professionals, patients and members of the society whose thoughts and opinions should help guide medicine in present times.

About the Author:

Dr. Gourdas Choudhuri is a medical specialist, teacher, researcher, philanthropist and writer. He champions health education, empowering individuals to manage health challenges and encourages awareness on health issues through the HOPE Initiative (www(dot)hope(dot)org(dot)in) that he established in 2004. He is concerned about technology's impact on patient care and stresses the importance of "strengthening the human connection" in dealing with patients and public. This book advocates for compassionate healthcare, reminding us to prioritize "care" and remain relevant to society's needs. It encourages a return to empathy and human-centered practices in modern medicine. Learn more about him at www(dot)drgchoudhuri(dot)net.