Human Diseases [With CDROM]
John H. Dirckx, M.D.,has been director c the student Health center at the University of Dayton in Dayton, Ohio, since 1968. His longstanding interest in classical and modern languages has led to the writing of seven books and numerous articles on the language, literature, and history of medicine.He is author ofThe Language of Medicine: It Evolution, Structure, and Dynamics,2nd ed. (New York: Praeger Publishers, 1983);H & P: A Nonphysician's Guide to the Medical History and Physical Examination(Modesto, Ca.: Health Professions Institute, revised 1991);Laboratory Medicine: Essentials of Anatomic and Clinical Pathology,2nd ed. (Modesto: Health Professions Institute, 1995); andRoundsmanship: An Introductory Manual(Modesto: Health Professions Institute, 1987).He is a frequent contributor of educational articles on medical language and medicine to medical transcription periodicals, includingPerspectives on the Medical Transcription Profession(published by Health Professions Institute) andJournal of AAMT(American Association for Medical Transcription), and is medical consultant for The SUM Program for Medical Transcription Training developed by Health Professions Institute.His hobbies include book-collecting and music. He is married, the father of five daughters, and has seven grandchildren.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.