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A determined but talentless young poet accidentally adopts an infant, hyperspace-travelling dragon; enchanted by their mysterious psychic bond, she struggles to protect him from the ruthless interstellar monopoly that owns him and intends to exercise its legal right to enslave them both, forever. Their only hope is The Vigilant, an elusive and ancient race of celestial dragons who are the preservers of stellar ecology…

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Wise and practical essays on the pastor as shepherd, preacher, worship leader, and professional

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The Thirty-nine Articles of Religion of the Church of England .Are they a dusty relic of the sixteenth century, with little to say to Anglican Christians in this brave new world of the twenty-first century? Or do they form a statement that is ideally suited to strengthen and unify them in their faith?Robert Langmaid argues that the latter is the case. He believes that the articles, which were written by English Reformers in 1533 and put in their current revised form in 1662, provide fertile ground for the growth of churches and believers in the Communion. Furthermore, he writes, the articles not only can inform individual and corporate discussions concerning Anglican identity, but can also serve as a basis of spiritual meditation.How is it that the articles can do all this? Because the Reformers and the English church were careful to ground them securely in the Bible and in the first four general councils of the Christian church and the three ecumenical statements of belief (the Nicene, Apostles', and Athanasian creeds). In fact, Langmaid argues, a new consideration of the articles will call Anglicans to renew their historical allegiance to the Bible and the Lordship of Christ and thereby provide the backdrop for greater and more effective diversity throughout the Anglican Communion.Besides taking the reader through forty days of meditating on the articles, this valuable contribution to Anglican and ecumenical thought includes two essays on the Articles of Religion and Anglican identity and a version of the articles in modern English by Peter Toon.

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The Committed Self is a clear and compelling introduction to Existentialism, the root of Postmodernism and, according to Victor A. Shepherd, still the most significant philosophy of our times. Focusing on Hegel, Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Buber, Heidegger, and Sartre and their passionate commitment to the authenticity of the self, Shepherd maintains that Existentialism has much to say to Christians with its understanding of:What it is to be a human beingHow diverse forces operative in the world and in the psyche shape human self-awarenessThe manner in which radical commitment forges and forms that «self,» which is nothing less than a new birthShepherd believes that an acquaintance with Existentialism will aid Christians in negotiating the minefield they think life has become. And he persistently draws attention to the manner in which Existentialism recalls theology to its proper vocation whenever theology appears to be in danger of becoming a species of rationalism that uses religious vocabulary.

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Lessons Learned: Stories from Women in Medical Management ©2013, 252 pages Women physicians now comprise 50 percent or more of most U.S. medical school classes. Yet relatively few fill the most senior management positions within the health care system. In «Lessons Learned: Stories from Women in Medical Management,» editor and author, Deborah Shlian, MD, MBA, profiles 24exceptional female physicians who have defied the odds. They share their personal and compelling stories— including obstacles and challenges faced in balancing work, family and personal life—as their career paths take them from clinical medicine to leadership within government, academia, hospitals, provider groups, managed care, pharma, consulting and entrepreneurial venture. The lessons they learned are not only relevant to women and not just applicable to health care—they are universal. At a time when most agree that the U.S. health care delivery system needs fundamental change, this book makes the case for talented women physician executives, articulate in the language of health care policy and business, to be among those leading the way. Deborah Shlian, MD, MBA, has three decades of clinical, management, consulting and physician executive recruiting experience. She has authored two books related to health care management and careers in the industry.
This is an amazing book of stories by pioneering women in medicine. Not only does it serve as a record, but as a resource for future generations as an inspirational and motivational textbook for the next generation of women to finally shatter the glass ceiling on the shoulders of these giants. Carolyn D. Runowicz, MD Past President of the American Cancer Society; Past Chair of the National Cancer Advisory Board; Executive Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, Florida International University
I recognized many of the stories, emotions and quotations in this book and felt I had found many friends who had experiences similar to mine. The honest reflections of these amazing women about their careers is powerful. There are many learning moments in each and every chapter. It is a must read and more important a must have to refer back to when one is struggling with one’s own management issues during a tough day…week…or year! Julie Freischlag, MD The William Stewart Halsted Professor Chair, Department of Surgery Surgeon-in-Chief, The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Everyone knows that “girls are smarter than boys” and this wonderful book just proves the rule! I should know. Member of the second co-educational class at Vassar, (Class of 1977), co-founder of Dual Doctor Families (1982), successfully married to another physician for 32 years (and counting), and proud parent of fraternal twin daughters in medicine and health policy. I am confident that all aspiring physician leaders of both genders will greatly benefit from reading this delightful book! David B. Nash, MD, MBA Dean, Jefferson School of Population Health 1015 Walnut Street – 115 Curtis Building Philadelphia, PA 19107
The insights of the authors combined remind us of how far we have come and how far we have yet to go. Donna E. Shalala Former Secretary of HHS
While women have made enormous progress in breaching the glass ceiling in medicine, there are still many obstacles in the way towards achieving true gender equality. This book will go a long way toward giving women the tools they need to navigate those obstacles for themselves and be in positions to eliminate them entirely for other women. Linda Babcock, PhD James M. Walton Professor of Economics, Carnegie Mellon University’s H. John Heinz III School of Public Policy and Management; Founder and faculty director of the Program for Research and Outreach on Gender Equity in Society (PROGRESS)
This book could not be more profound and timely! ‘Women in Medicine and Management: A Mentoring Guide’ offers a remarkable inside-look at healthcare from pioneering women physicians at the forefront of one of our nation’s most critical issues. Not only are the stories personal and compelling, they are sure to inspire the next generation of women leaders! Leslie Sanchez Former director of the White House Initiative on Hispanic Education and author of “You’ve Come a Long Way, Maybe: Sarah, Michelle, Hillary and the Shaping of the New American Woman”
These stories represent invaluable roadmaps for younger women who want to aim for the highest reaches in the health care industry. They show how these women have been on their own, working out individualized solutions to structural problems in rigid workplaces designed for traditional male breadwinners. Kathleen Christensen, Ph.D. Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, Founder and Director of the Workplace, Workforce & Working Families Program and its National Workplace Flexibility Initiative

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Disruptive behavior can happen in any workplace, but when it hits health care organizations, it can have dramatic impacts on patient care. In this definitive book by two expert therapists who’ve studied all aspects of disruptive behavior, you’ll learn not only how to recognize it, but also practical ways to deal with it. Taming Disruptive Behavior is a must-have book for health care professionals. The book looks at critical issues such as: · The impact, costs, and risks of disruptive behavior · How to prevent disruptive behavior · How to address disruptive behavior from a leadership and organizational perspective? · What are the special considerations when working with physicians? · What are the special considerations when dealing with nurses and other members of the care team · What are the special considerations when dealing with sexual misconduct at work? · What is the role of human resources, the legal department, patient safety, quality management, · risk management, and medical staff?

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The authors of ACPE’s newly updated book offer a proven technique for overcoming physician resistance and moving an organization forward.
The change management framework described in the book is built on theories from social science research and two decades of consulting to physician organizations on issues of leadership, culture, change implementation, and organizational performance.
The book contains more than 20 personal accounts of successful application of the framework, as well as hands-on tools at the end of each chapter that allow you to immediately use the framework to assess your organization’s readiness for change.

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Updated 2nd edition! The perfect primer for physicians struggling with today's ethical dilemmas. Learn the differences between yesterday's ethics and those you and your fellow physicians must adhere to today. It includes case studies and examples of how an ethics committee should function. Rediscover Aristotle’s answer to “Why act ethically?” Learn how to balance the varied interests of stakeholders in an ethical dilemma. Examine the relationships among ethics, philosophy and behavioral psychology. Every physician leader who’s ever faced an ethical challenge should read this book.

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Credentialing and Privileging for Accountable Care, answers the credentialing needs of over 40,000 US hospitals as they scramble to implement a more robust credentialing process and meet the requirements of accountable care. This must-read book looks at all aspects of the credentialing and privileging processes including: corporate responsibility, duty of care, negligent credentialing, regulatory requirements. It also examines and shares implementation ideas for measuring credentialing programs covering topics such as outcomes measures, efficiency measures, patient-centered measures and specialty-specific measures. Written by a nationally known expert on credentialing and privileging, this book will give readers a greater understanding of this complicated area and provide valuable insights on how to improve the credentialing and privileging processes.

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This multi-authored book addresses various topics which are imperative for healthcare professionals seeking to understand each and every major facet of quality and safety.

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