Saturday, February 14, 2009

The Second Opinion by Michael Palmer

Is all information on the internet accurate ? Are electronic medical records safe ?
The Sperelakis family of brilliant physicians is ruled by the patriarch Petros the "Lion." The Lion is severely injured in a hit and run accident and is in the medical nightmare of locked-in syndrome. The Lion's daughter , Dr. Thea Sperelakis has Asperger syndrome which is a severe impairment of social interaction and social functioning. The family dynamics takes this book in unlikely directions. There are hidden agendas and conflicts. There is a massive medical scam by a genius internet hacker who monitors electronic physician medical records. The hacker switches test results so survivors of usually fatal diseases donate millions. Dr. Thea uncovers the medical scam , protects the Lion , and uses her encyclopedic knowledge to her advantage.
This is a compelling , educational , and thought provoking book. Are our personal medical records safe from tampering ??

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