Surgery and Its Alternatives

"Surgery and its Alternatives" is the first book of its kind, a ground-breaking work offering a comprehensive discussion of both surgical and alternative approaches to a wide range of medical issues.

Dr. David McLanahan covers those aspects of traditional surgery that many surgeons don't, including pre-operative tests, the advantages and disadvantages of various types of anesthesia, precise and accessible descriptions of more than 200 operations, and new surgical options, including minimally invasive procedures

Dr. Sandra McLanahan helps readers make informed decisions on when and how to use alterative and complementary medicine, either as a substitute for or in conjunction with surgery; preparing physically and mentally for surgery when it's deemed necessary; using nutrition, acupuncture, vitamins and stress management techniques to ease post-operative discomfort and speed recovery; and the lifestyle changes to avoid the unneeded dangers and side effects of a non-emergency operation