Ranjana Srivastava Knihy

Effective communication is crucial in healthcare, according to medical oncologist Ranjana Srivastava. She highlights a growing crisis where patients struggle to understand complex treatment options and often self-diagnose, leading to unnecessary procedures. Doctors, feeling pressured, may overlook the holistic view of a patient's health due to narrow specialization. Srivastava argues that this disconnect can result in severe consequences for patients. She calls for a transformation in healthcare training to prioritize communication skills, emphasizing the need for better conversations between doctors and patients.

Focusing on the often-overlooked phase of life after cancer treatment, this book explores the common themes and long-term effects that survivors may face. Dr. Ranjana Srivastava provides insights into survivorship, offering a practical template for navigating the journey ahead. With a blend of compassion and evidence-based advice, she encourages survivors to take charge of their health by asking the right questions, ultimately guiding them toward clarity and empowerment in their post-treatment lives.

'Cancer patients put up with the most and complain the least, endowed with an uncommon wisdom that is a privilege to observe. It is not simply that they see the big picture; if you spend long enough with them, they help you see it too.' What really happens when someone hears the words, 'You have cancer?' What has preceded it and what comes after? Written with great compassion and honesty, this is a rare view from the other side of the desk. Oncologist Ranjana Srivastava reflects on the very human side of the medical profession – the moral dilemmas, the anxieties, the empathy – and shows us that the best doctors are the ones who keep learning by listening to their patients. This book is much more than an oncologist's diary; it is an acknowledgement of the incredible courage of ordinary people as they confront the big issues of life and death.