An in-depth look at the mavericks, moments, and mistakes that sparked the greatest medical discoveries in modern times--plus the cures that will help us live longer and healthier lives in this century . . . and beyond Human history hinges on the battle to confront our most dangerous enemies--the half-dozen diseases responsible for killing almost all of mankind. The story of our medical triumphs reveals an inspiring tapestry of human achievement, but the journey was far from smooth. It is a tale replete with dramatic episodes as spellbinding as any blockbuster Hollywood movie. ; In ; Readers will discover fascinating true stories throughout history, including: ; ;...

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Andrew Lam, MD, is a retina surgeon and the award-winning author of Saving Sight, Two Sons of China, and Repentance. Before becoming a physician he earned a history degree from Yale University. His writing has appeared in numerous publications, including the New York Times and the Washington Post. He has authored many scientific articles, is a co-investigator for several national clinical trials, and is currently an assistant professor at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.

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"In The Masters of Medicine, Dr. Andrew Lam, an award-winning author and retinal surgeon, distills the long arc of medical progress down to the crucial moments that were responsible for the world's greatest medical miracles"--