Anyone, Anything, Anytime

"A wonderful picture of an important period in the practice of medicine in the United States.

" (from the Foreword by Peter Rosen, MD) Here is the very first book to comprehensively explore 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.

• Represents the first comprehensive history of emergency medicine as a specialty.

• Provides first-hand oral histories from more than 45 of the key figures who witnessed and helped to shape the developments chronicled in the book.

• Offers keen insights into how the sociopolitical changes of the 1950s through 1970s influenced public health, health care delivery, and emergency medicine.

• Includes many unique photographs of important leaders in emergency medicine.