Alumni in Print
Dr. Hirschhorn’s seventh collection of poems was inspired by his move back to the United States after dividing his time between London and Beirut for several years. “Moving to a new place puts things into a new perspective and makes one aware of passing time and can lead to a form of alienation,” says Dr. Hirschhorn. The first set of poems in this collection addresses that theme. Other poems reflect on his family’s move to London to escape the Nazis, the family’s 1944 move from England to an apartment on Riverside Drive, his roots in the Middle East and Finland, and a moving letter to his late parents.
Dr. Brown’s book has everyday information on renal physiology and a wide range of topics, including diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic kidney diseases, hypertension, electrolyte and acid-base disorders, dialysis, and kidney transplantation. The book, in hard copy and digital formats formerly known as the textbook “Nephrology Pocket,” offers physicians, nurses, dialysis center staff, medical students, residents, and fellow trainees practical advice for managing the renal disorders most commonly seen in private practice. Contents include diagnostic and treatment algorithms, tables, and charts; protocols; drug information; and treatment guidelines, including the latest Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes for the evaluation and management of chronic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis, and blood pressure management.
The book by Dr. Andrews explores the evolution of the Essex-built schooners that fished out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, during the latter half of the 19th century and early years of the 20th. It is the fascinating saga of how these vessels evolved in response to the demands of the fisheries, changing technology, and demands for greater safety to become, in their time, the envy of the maritime world, the finest, fastest, most able fore-and-aft rigged commercial sailing vessels ever to exist. It demystifies the plans of these vessels and uses a series of fine-art models built by the author to show them as they were when fitted out and ready to do business on the great waters.
Reviewers describe Dr. Glenn’s book of short stories, spanning 60 years, as an extraordinary collection of sharply observed tales. Some of his characters are hard to love, but all are struggling to find some measure of love, peace, and safety within themselves and their relationships. As his stories evolve, Dr. Glenn calls on his experiences as a doctor, political activist, husband, and father to craft pictures of everyday life, human interactions, and personal and professional relationships. Stories that explore the doctor’s role offer a window into the inner life of medical professionals and the difficulties in providing care while also connecting as a person.
Dr. Southwick’s book describes his journey as an infectious diseases specialist and quality improvement director to his ongoing work to make the changes needed to reduce medical errors. “By persistently applying the scientific method and behavioral change management, I was able to create a highly integrated system that emulates the key principles of the highly reliable honey beehive system,” Dr. Southwick writes. The book strives to answer several questions about how the medical system fails patients. In searching for answers, Dr. Southwick ironically lost his leg because of a medical error. His dual perspective as an injured patient and a physician provides unique insights into the challenges and solutions for fixing errors in health care.
Dr. Malone’s book has been described by Michelle Obama as “a must-read for anyone who cares about their quality of life.” Dr. Malone, the chief medical adviser for Alloy Women’s Health and an advocate for peri- and post-menopausal health, wants her book to be a guide to aging and health for women who have felt ignored or marginalized by the medical profession and for women standing at the intersection of aging and health. She calls her book part medical handbook, part memoir, and part sister-girl cheerleader. The book is filled with useful resources and real-life stories of victory and defeat. Adds Michelle Obama: “For Dr. Sharon, this isn’t just about how to live longer; it’s about how to live healthier—and happier.”
In Dr. Chiang’s first book, he writes for the general public to help increase understanding in multiple areas of gut health and gastroenterology—“in a more digestible and fun way.” The book has colorful illustrations and, unlike other “gut health” books, includes the history of medical knowledge in this space. It also describes less-discussed diseases, procedures, and technology. Each chapter has sections that bust some common gut health myths. The book includes lifestyle advice, tips for how to best care for the gut, information about what to eat (or not eat), and an explanation of the microbiome and the brain/gut connection.