Reviews (11)

Would like to see an updated version
Sorry, meant to mark four stars.
Invaluable wealth of info!
With a working diagnosis of advanced ovarian cancer, this book gave me HOPE and DIRECTION. Statistics say: One in two men and one in three women will face cancer. IF POSSIBLE, be prepared in advance to know what course you would take. BUT, if you or a loved one are diagnosed with cancer, have courage!There are MANY choices BESIDES surgery, radiation and chemo.Better choices!This enormous book will educate you. Knowledge IS Power
Im a 33 year old young woman, who was diagnosed with advance local breast cancer 5 months ago today (24 May 2001, date of diagnosis).I was fortunate enough to have a close friend in the US who know of this book, due to working with one of the doctors who are published.Read more

Subjects:  1. Allied Health Services - General    2. Alternative Therapies    3. Alternative medicine    4. Alternative treatment    5. Cancer    6. Consumer Health    7. Diseases - Cancer    8. Health & Fitness    9. Health/Fitness    10. Treatment   

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Recommended Highly
As a surgeon who does a fair amount of breast surgery, I recommend this book, HIGHLY, to any body (including men) who may have or may be facing breast cancer.The book (which, yes, I have read), is given, by myself, to each and every patient of mine who has breast cancer.It IS, unfortunately, rather technical--but breast cancer isn't easy--and hence, this book.I believe strongly in educating patients as much as possible; my ONLY criticism of the book is lack of good, SIMPLE, photographs and illustrations which, of course, always makes a book easier to read.4/5 stars because of this.I will continue to purchase the book and give it to my patients.It will answer ALL of their questions--they will just have to dedicate their lives to educating themselves if they want to survive breast cancer.

An informative and helpful place to start
My sister was diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2005. She was understandably worried and upset, facing many tests and being given a lot of information, some in terms she could not understand. I picked this book up for her in a local bookstore. I was impressed that it was written by breast cancer survivors ( who better to understand my sister's fears?) and it seemed to break down all the information into sections that were easy to read and comprehend.
Finally a book that is readable in a time of need.
I bought this book for a friend who has cancer.It offers information and support both medically and emotionally for anyone who has been diagnosed with breast cancer.It is a gift for its clarity and kindness. An easy read that can help someone begin to be empowered when their world has been turned upside down.Thank you. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Breast    2. Breast Cancer    3. Cancer    4. Consumer Health    5. Diseases - Breast Cancer    6. Gynecology & Obstetrics    7. Medical    8. Oncology    9. Popular works    10. Reference    11. Coping with illness    12. Health & Fitness / General    13. Women's health   

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Finally, A Book That Actually Has The Wisdom and Courage To Tell The Whole Story
This book finally addresses the many dimensions of the human experience of illness.This book gives us the rare opportunity to follow a course that we can hold on to while being tossed in the waves of profound illness.The Seven Levels Of Healing doesn't miss any part of these difficultand frightening times.After reading this book, there was never an aspect of the journey through any illness that this book did not deeply explore.Though many other books delve into the components of healing and the transformation that we all go through in journeying through illness, this book finally has the courage to take the critical extra steps.The final 4 levels are able to sensatively and compassionately guide us through the deepest aspects of human wellness.These are steps that we could use whether in the process of healing an illness, or trying to identify the critical decisions, beliefs,and obstacles to feeling deeply connected with our lives in general.These seven levels are ones that I intend to update as I go through the many changes that accompany any life.It should be required reading for everyone.This book is an absolute gem!

"THE" book for ANYONE having an experience with cancer
If you or anyone you know is going through an experience of cancer, then you know it is a journey.The Journey Through Cancer, IS your guide book.
An amazing resource for those touched by cancer
In 1997, my best friend died of brain cancer (at age 52) and my mother died of lung cancer the following year (at age 71).
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Subjects:  1. Alternative treatment    2. Cancer    3. Consumer Health    4. Diet / Health / Fitness    5. Diseases - Cancer    6. Health & Fitness    7. Health/Fitness    8. Integrative medicine    9. Popular works    10. Health & Fitness / Diseases / Cancer   

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Lung cancer- a review
Pass' book is excellent, well-written, and comprehensive.It is one of the first books patients and family members should go to, though they should be cautioned that the book is written for a medical audience.Skip the first two chapters on mollecular biology which are far too technical, and go to some of the other chapters written in a detailed but comprehensive fashion. This book will prove exceptionally useful, but tough reading for many, so keep a medical dictionary and encylopedia nearby.

An excellent resource for lung cancer clinicians and patient
This second edition is an excellent, readable resource that makes few assumptions about the reader's familiarity with lung cancer, molecular biology, or cancer genetics. Contains many entirely new chapters as well as carefully updated material from the first edition. Geared to oncologists and researchers, but nonetheless a good foundation resource for patients and families who wish to learn a great deal about lung cancer and its management. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Cancer    2. Lung Neoplasms    3. Lungs    4. Medical    5. Medical / Nursing    6. Oncology    7. Pulmonary & Thoracic Medicine    8. Medical / Surgery / General    9. Medicine   

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New Treatments in an Environment of Understanding
"Many experts believe that Herceptin represents the future direction of breast cancer drugs, because it targets a particular protein on the cancer cell, rather than attacking all cells at random. As research progresses, scientist hope to make all anti-cancer drugs as specific as possible." ~ pg. 97
Terrific educational tool for the patient with breast cancer
Be a Survivor was chosen by our women's health professional group as the educational tool of choice to use with patients diagnosed with breast cancer.The book offers excellent graphic examples to reinforce the information provided and enlightens the reader through documented personal experiences with breast cancer.As a health care practitioner who has never experienced breast cancer it is an excellent tool for education and a take home reference for the patient throughout the breast cancer experience.The accompaning DVD is an excellent way for the patient and / or family to view the information when they are at home.The DVD also allows for a different learning medium for those visual learners.

BE A SURVIVOR reviewer is 76 year old author, surviver, now thriver
BE A SURVIVOR is a clear, sensitive rendering of the whole breast cancer treatment process. It is upbeat, reflecting my attitude: "Been there, done that."
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Subjects:  1. Breast    2. Breast Cancer    3. Cancer    4. Consumer Health    5. Diseases - Breast Cancer    6. Diseases - Cancer    7. Healing    8. Health & Fitness    9. Health/Fitness    10. Popular works    11. Therapeutics For Specific Conditions   

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A Response to a male review
I have yet to read the book, but I was reading over the reviews and I found it funny that a male was so ticked off that Dr. Vliet only spoke of female issues.
THIS BOOK SAVED MY LIFE!!!!!!
I thought I was going crazy!I was only 26 years old and I was visiting 5 different doctors that were treating me for various problems (weight gain, migraines, acne, depression, hot flashes and recurrent yeast infections).Every doctor told me the same thing...."DIET and EXERCISE or YOU NEED AN ANTIDEPRESSANT"!!! Then I read this book...It all made sense!!! Dr. Vliet helped me understand that a hormone imbalance could affect every part of my body.I didn't waste any time.I called Dr. Vliet and made an appointment.She was the answer to my prayers!
FIVE STARS PLUS!
The title of this book jumped out at me and struck my curiousity.After reading the book and being totally blown away, I went to see Dr. Vliet in Texas for a second medical opinion.Words cannot express the positive improvement in my life as a direct result of Dr. Vliet.This fascinating book is full of true life examples and actual case studies based on her years of medical experience. Her writing style reflects wisdom, warmth, humor, expertise, encouragement, and HOPE. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Cancer    2. Consumer Health    3. Diseases    4. Endocrine gynecology    5. Gynecology & Obstetrics    6. Health & Fitness    7. Health/Fitness    8. Ovarian cancer    9. Ovaries    10. Women's Health - General    11. Health & Fitness / General    12. Women's health   

Reviews (5)

Buy this book
I know many of the women in this book.They are, or were, indeed warrior women.I have reassessed my opinion of the tenacity of the human spirit after knowing them.Springer catches the essence of these women in her inimitable way.

greatest book ever
This is the best book I have ever read. It is not only beautiful but also wonderfully written. I suggest this book for anyone battling cancer.

A very inspiring book!
This book is one of the most beautiful and inspiring books that I have read. The photography is spectacular!!! If you know someone who has just been diagnosed with Breast Cancer, give this book to them. It will givethem hope for the future and help them realize that they are not alone. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Alabama    2. Breast    3. Breast Cancer    4. Cancer    5. Diseases - Breast Cancer    6. Diseases - Heart    7. Health & Fitness    8. Health/Fitness    9. Patients    10. Photoessays & Documentaries    11. Photography    12. Pictorial works    13. Women's Health - Breast Care    14. Coping with illness    15. Women's health   

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Chemotherapy and Radiationfor Dummies
This book is wonderful for those going through the challenges of chemotherapy and/or radiation. I purchased it for my mom----who is now in the middle of this experience herself. Wish I would have known about it months ago! My mom loves that it is written by two oncologists---for the medical info---and by an author (Patricia Corrigan)--who has personal experience with chemo and radiation herself. Mom also loves that it has an index to look up particular topics when needed. She later told me a couple tips about chemo that she learned from a Pat Corrigan.I thought she was talking about some friend of hers, but found out she was talking about the author---Patricia Corrigan---quoting from her book!!As if she was her close friend!!She was able to laugh about things that Patricia mentioned (the "fuzzy" thinking for one thing---that goes away after chemo is over!)Patricia's sense of humor and encouragement are really appreciated by my mom and I. What a gift this book is!
24 hour help in the midst of chaos
I am undergoing chemo for breast cancer and am finding this book immensely helpful. It is a handy travel companion guiding me through the foreign, and often scary, country of cancer.Although my doctors and nurses are available for all my questions, when I am bewildered and frightened (often at 3 AM) it is reassuring and comforting to be able to consult this informative, well-researched and encouraging book.

Lots of great information about radiation and chemo
My wife had breast cancer and had to go through chemo and radiation. This would have been an excellent book to read at the time.
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Subjects:  1. Cancer    2. Cancer Chemotherapy    3. Cancer Radiotherapy    4. Chemotherapy    5. Consumer Health    6. Diet / Health / Fitness    7. Diseases - Cancer    8. Health & Fitness    9. Health/Fitness    10. Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation    11. Popular works    12. Radiotherapy    13. Coping with illness    14. Health & Fitness / Diseases / Cancer    15. Popular medicine   

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A good book in need of an update
This is a good book in an interesting format - a collection of comic strips that chronicles Lisa's battle with breast cancer. This format is more accessible for many who read comic books or strips. There are several strips in Lisa's Story that are NOT available on the King Features website.The strips are from 1999, the book 2000.In 2006, there was a "second chapter" in the story:recurrence. I hope that Mr. Batiuk publishes an updated version of Lisa's Story collecting all of the strips, including the ones from 2006.Now out of print, but definitely worth ordering at the available prices - I ordered one for me, and two for the local oncology center's lending library.

a cutesy/powderpuff look at primary, early-stage bc
Like so many breast cancer books out there, this one fuels one of the great myths of breast cancer today: Lisa survives the disease and they all live happily ever after. This and many of the texts on breast cancer tend to gloss over the reality: that no one is ever really safe from the possibility of their cancer returning. And if it does, there's really nothing funny about it. A book with wide appeal
As a woman surgeon who treats women for breast cancer, I was intrigued by this book. I found it delightful! It treats a serious subject with just the right touch. More importantly, it is loaded with insights into breast cancer, the way patients and health care professionals interact, and the reaction of family and friends. The front part of the book reprints the story of Lisa, who discovers a lump in her breast, copes with diagnosis, treatment - including surgery, chemotherapy, and reconstruction, and gets on with her life with a good sense of humor. The back part of the book has one of the best selections of resource material for breast cancer patients and their families that I have ever seen. This is not just a book for women - it's a book for their husbands and their families and friends. Finally, it's a book that medical students and physicians should read - it holds up a mirror to the medical profession and laughs gently at our shortcomings. Carol Scott-Conner MD PhD, Professor and Head, Department of Surgery, University of Iowa College of Medicine. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Biography & Autobiography    2. Biography/Autobiography    3. Breast    4. Breast cancer    5. Cancer    6. Comic books, strips, etc    7. Consumer Health    8. Diseases - Breast Cancer    9. Medical - General    10. Women's Health - Breast Care   

Subjects:  1. Classification    2. Lymph nodes    3. Lymphatic metastasis    4. Medical    5. Medical / Nursing    6. Oncology    7. Pathology    8. Radiology    9. Tumors    10. Breast Cancer    11. Gastrointestinal Cancer    12. Haematology    13. Medical / Radiology & Nuclear Medicine    14. Melanoma    15. Neuroendocrine Cancer    16. Nuclear medicine    17. Oropharyngeal Cancer    18. Sentinel Lymph Node    19. Urogenital Cancer   

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DIN? LIN?
Dr. Tavassoli, unfortunately, employs classification schemes which are not widely used or accepted.Elston and Ellis or Page's upcoming new addition are better choices.

An excellent book worth investing in
It is rare in any field of medicine to have such an incredibly detailed and comprehensive book being written by a single author. The depth of knowledge, the number of references and the copious illustrations are an invaluable tool for study and reference.The prose is lucid and logically organised.I recommend this book to all aspiring pathologist as well as those who are sitting for their FRACP. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Breast    2. Breast Cancer    3. Cancer    4. Diagnosis    5. Diseases    6. Diseases - Cancer    7. Diseases - General    8. Gynecology & Obstetrics    9. Histopathology    10. Medical    11. Medical / Nursing    12. Pathology    13. Gynaecology & obstetrics    14. Medical / Pathology   

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Great resource
This book helped me through the diagnosis, treatment and recovery of my sister's cancer.It served as a valuable guide for our whole family.We found it easy to read and understand, yet cutting edge and up to date information we could really use.Highly recommended!!

Helpful Book
Surviving Cancer was easy to read and understand, yet packed with useful information for anyone who has had cancer or a loved one with cancer.It was a comforting and useful guide through such an uncertain, scary time.I found it to be the only book on the market to help with the emotional side of dealing with cancer.You won't be disappointed!!

Helpful Book
Surviving Cancer was easy to read and understand, yet packed with useful information for anyone who has had cancer or a loved one with cancer.It was a comforting and useful guide through such an uncertain, scary time.I found it to be the only book on the market to help with the emotional side of dealing with cancer.You won't be disappointed!! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Cancer    2. Consumer Health    3. Diseases - Cancer    4. General    5. Healing    6. Health & Fitness    7. Health/Fitness    8. Psychological aspects    9. Coping with illness    10. Medical / Oncology   

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Good information on lung cancer
This book presents a wide range of lung cancer information in a format that is well organized and easy to read, even for someone without a science background.This is a textbook, and as such is not appropriate to answer all questions about lung cancer but rather presents several topics in-depth.If you are a lung cancer patient or family member, you may find some helpful information but do not rely on this book as your only source of information. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Cancer    2. Cancer Chemotherapy    3. Lung Cancer    4. Lung Neoplasms    5. Lungs    6. Medical    7. Medical / Nursing    8. Oncology    9. Pulmonary & Thoracic Medicine    10. Surgery - Thoracic    11. therapy    12. Medical / Oncology    13. Respiratory medicine   

Subjects:  1. Breast    2. Breast Cancer    3. Breast Neoplasms    4. Cancer    5. Cancer Care Nursing    6. Medical    7. Medical / Nursing    8. Nursing - Oncology & Cancer    9. Oncology    10. therapy    11. Medical / Oncology   

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This book should sit along side your Devita's CANCER
This comprehensive and complete book is filled with vivid color illustrations and photographs.It provides a basic overview followed by an in-depth, step-by-step approach to surgical resection of tumors of each compartment of the body.It is technical though it reads in a comprehendable manner.I think that this would be a great volume for anyone (from therapist to oncologist)involved in the care/treatment of orthopedic patients or oncology patients with tumors of the musculoskeletal system. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Cancer    2. Cancer Surgery    3. Extremities (Anatomy)    4. Limb salvage    5. Medical    6. Medical / Nursing    7. Musculoskeletal Diseases    8. Musculoskeletal system    9. Oncology    10. Orthopedics    11. Surgery    12. Surgery - General    13. Medical / Orthopedics    14. Orthopaedics & fractures   

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The Breast Ultrasound 'Bible'
The main reason I purchased this book was use it as a review before taking the Breast Ultrasound registry.The authors (Stavros/Rapp) are respected in their field, and I have attended their conference lectures.The overall size of the book was a bit intimidating at first (nearly 1000 pages).On the plus side, the images are outstanding. The image descriptions duplicate the text word-for-word, which really helps to cement the facts in your head.The chapters are formatted very logically, even if some of them are nearly 100 pages long.In my journey through the book I found only a couple of minor typographic/editing errors.If you are reading carefully, these won't be a problem.This book is now firmly planted in my office as a reference.Oh, and by the way, I did pass the registry!Kara Chickering, R.T., RDMS, RDCS, RVT ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Breast    2. Cancer    3. Diagnosis    4. Diseases    5. Gynecology & Obstetrics    6. Medical    7. Medical / Nursing    8. Radiology    9. Reference    10. Ultrasonic imaging    11. Ultrasonography    12. Gynaecology & obstetrics    13. Medical / Radiology & Nuclear Medicine    14. Ultrasonics   

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Lifesaver
In 2000-01, I had 3 lumpectomies.All my mammograms were negative. The 3rd lump was excised when I was 62.I was a cytotechnologist for Unilab in Tarzana, CA.My medical director, Dr. Adele Hieshima, had a copy of Dr. Rosen's book on breast pathology.We went over it together.I was amazed at how many types of breast cancer there were.Cancer was revealed in my 3rd lumpectomy, but Kaiser could not identify it.They sent my tissue to a specialist in New York. I was surprised to receivethe pathology report from Dr. Rosen himself, along withpage numbers to consult in his book.His book clarified matters for me so I elected bi-lateral mastectomy.His book and his advice led to early detection and complete recovery.Thank you Dr. Rosen! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Breast    2. Breast Cancer    3. Cancer    4. Diet / Health / Fitness    5. Diseases - Breast Cancer    6. Medical    7. Oncology    8. Pathophysiology    9. Physiological Pathology    10. Medical / Pathology    11. Pathology   

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what every woman needs to know
I bought this book because I almost lost my mother to breast cancer and Elaine Magee turned my greatest fear into hope in her 150 page book. I readit in one night--couldn't put it down. I want to buy this book for all ofmy girlfriends now.

Elaine Magee is Marvelous!
Elaine Magee is one of my favorite authors, and she has done it again!The book is simple and easy to read, and I would recommend it to anyone! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Breast    2. Cancer    3. Consumer Health    4. Diet therapy    5. Diets - Special Conditions    6. Diseases - Breast Cancer    7. Health & Fitness    8. Health/Fitness    9. Nutrition    10. Prevention    11. Women's health   

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A Must Read for Newly Diagnosed Patients
This book is extremely important because Dr. Kaelin approaches breast cancer both as a highly respected medical professional and as a patient herself. I have just finished eight months of treatment and I know first hand how hard it is to integrate the medical profession information with the emotional side of things. Dr. Kaelin has bridged that gap for all of us. I found answers to every single question that arose for me well documented in this book and easy to find too - I only wish it was published six months earlier!
A Very Helpful Guide
This comprehensive book will help any breast cancer survivor navigate the medical system and become her own best advocate for quality health care.

Saved me from chemotherapy induced insomnia!!
This book saved me when I has having chemotherapy and ended up with constant insomnia. I had not read about that as a side effect of breast cancer treatments until this book which has a good discussion of drugs usually used to treat breast cancer. I had read LOTS of books prior to my treatment and only this one mentioned drugs used to treat insomnia. If hadn't of known, I probably would still be staring at the ceiling ALL NIGHT wondering what the heck was going on!!! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Breast    2. Cancer    3. Consumer Health    4. Diseases - Breast Cancer    5. Health & Fitness    6. Health/Fitness    7. Popular works    8. Women's Health - General    9. Family & Health    10. Health & Fitness / Diseases / Cancer    11. Oncology   

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THE BOOK EVERYONE SHOULD READ
THAN YOU to the author is so inadequate for such a book as this.
A Guide to Life, Too
Cancer Etiquette, by Rosanne Kalick, is not only an etiquette guide for friends, family, and caregivers of cancer patients. It not only tells us what to say or not to say; what to do or not to do; what to give or not to give. The book could be thought of as a guide for all our interactions in life, and the love, compassion, kindness, and joy that are so necessary. The author is a two-time cancer survivor who has been able to distill what has happened to her, including her good and bad interactions with people, into this detailed, valuable, life-affirming, and timeless guide.

This book should be in everyone's library
This book will be helpful for everyone. We have all been in the situation of not knowing what to say or do for someone who has cancer...or any other life threatening disease for that matter.
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Subjects:  1. Consumer Health    2. Diet / Health / Fitness    3. Diseases - Cancer    4. Family & Relationships    5. Family/Marriage    6. General    7. Coping with illness    8. Self-Help / General