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Subtitle: a history of emergency medicine
By: Brian J. Zink.
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Mosby Elsevier; Mosby
Published: 2006
Place of publication: Philadelphia
Language: eng
Number of pages: 310
Subjects: Emergency medicine -- United States -- History; Emergency medical services -- United States -- History
Description: Comprehensively explores the evolution of the field of emergency medicine -- from its origins following World War II, through the sociopolitical changes of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, to the present. First-hand narratives from more than 45 founders and pioneers of emergency medicine provide a vivid portrayal of the important events and viewpoints that have given rise to today's practice.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 285-297) and index.