How to Get Out of the Hospital Alive: A Guide to Patient Power

by Sheldon Paul Blau

Dr. Sheldon Blau almost died after undergoing open-heart surgery—not from the surgery or heart disease, but from infectious bacteria introduced during surgery. His in-hospital experiences made him a better doctor, and inspired him to write How to Get Out of the Hospital Alive. The book describes the role of each member of the medical team, shows patients how to become active, effective members of that team, and offers concrete advice about ways to avoid the most common hospital-related errors.  Ten Things You Can Do to Get Out of the Hospital Alive Visit us online at

226 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 1997

Reviews

[Denise Messenger · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good book if you are doing research and need tips on hospital settings...what to look for, how to manage your care while in the hospital and how important having an advocate is in the process.