Description
One of modern healthcare's most controversial areas, reproductive medicine is an emerging discipline that fosters hugely divergent opinions on topics such as laboratory techniques, clinical management and ethical considerations. Highlighting over 50 contentious topics in reproductive medicine, this book presents expertly argued opinions are presented for and against, often with diametrically opposing views about management. Debates such as these are being increasingly used as learning tools, helping participants develop their critical thinking skills and showing that context is vital when making decisions. Issues discussed include limits on IVF provision, ethical queries about sex selection, embryology, and ovarian stimulation. Authors are authorities in their field, combining years of experience with fresh and innovative ideas to structure their arguments. Readers will gain an insight into topical controversies, critically evaluating the different sides to enhance their own clinical practice.
Global experts present thought-provoking debates on over 50 topics in reproductive medicine, one of modern healthcare's most controversial areas.
About the Author
Roy Homburg is Professor and Head of Research, Homerton Fertility Centre, Homerton University Hospital, London, UK. Adam H. Balen is Professor of Reproductive Medicine & Surgery, and Lead Clinician of Leeds Fertility, Leeds Teaching Hospitals, UK. Robert F. Casper is Professor Emeritus and former Head of the Division of Reproductive Sciences, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Toronto, Canada.
Reviews
'... an excellent resource for medical practitioners, medical academics, and policy makers with a high level of subject matter knowledge. It opens up conversations about a spread of issues, offering effective illustrative examples and starting points for deeper research ... Recommended.' S. M. Weiss, Choice
Book Information
ISBN 9781108986601
Author Roy Homburg
Format Paperback
Page Count 298
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 480g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 17mm
Global experts present thought-provoking debates on over 50 topics in reproductive medicine, one of modern healthcare's most controversial areas.
About the Author
Roy Homburg is Professor and Head of Research, Homerton Fertility Centre, Homerton University Hospital, London, UK. Adam H. Balen is Professor of Reproductive Medicine & Surgery, and Lead Clinician of Leeds Fertility, Leeds Teaching Hospitals, UK. Robert F. Casper is Professor Emeritus and former Head of the Division of Reproductive Sciences, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Toronto, Canada.
Reviews
'... an excellent resource for medical practitioners, medical academics, and policy makers with a high level of subject matter knowledge. It opens up conversations about a spread of issues, offering effective illustrative examples and starting points for deeper research ... Recommended.' S. M. Weiss, Choice
Book Information
ISBN 9781108986601
Author Roy Homburg
Format Paperback
Page Count 298
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 480g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 17mm
