PRAISE FOR
Overdo$ed America
“The strength of Overdo$ed America is in these close readings of the research. Abramson walks the reader through the contradictions he’s discovered between the exorbitant claims made for the products and the actual study data.. . . Enlightening.”
—Washington Post Book World
“A powerful and coherent case that American medicine has gone badly astray and needs a new paradigm—one untainted by profits.”
—Publishers Weekly
“[R]eaders who might be inclined to view Overdo$ed America as simply another in the growing number of diatribes against drug companies should be aware that this book makes its arguments in a detailed, well-referenced manner. Moreover, responsibility for the overdosing of America goes far beyond the drug industry, resting equally with the nation’s physicians. I beg all of my physician colleagues to read this book and to think deeply about how we are practicing our chosen profession.”
—Thomas Bodenheimer, M.D., Health Affairs
“Required reading for all medical students and doctors.”
—Journal of the American Medical Association
“Some of the nation’s worst drug dealers aren’t peddling on street corners, they’re occupying corporate suites. Overdo$ed America reveals the greed and corruption that drive health care costs skyward and now threaten the public health. Before you see a doctor, you should read this book.”
—Eric Schlosser, author of Fast Food Nation
“I have taught with Dr. Abramson for several years; he is a superb family doctor, researcher, and communicator. In Overdo$ed America he uses all of these skills to present a clear and concise explanation of how American medicine has gone astray and what you can do to optimize your health. This book is a must-read for both patients and doctors concerned about health and the quality of medical care.”
—Herbert Benson, M.D., author of The Relaxation Response and The Breakout Principle
“Overdo$ed America fulfills all of the criteria for high quality in health services: the right diagnosis and the right prescription at the right time. It is required reading for everyone: Americans will learn about the perverse incentives in their health care system, and those abroad will learn of the perils of importing what the United States is now trying to sell them.”
—Barbara Starfield, M.D., M.P.H., University Distinguished Professor, Johns Hopkins University and Medical Institutions
“Most Americans assume that the scientific information provided to patients and physicians is accurate, that clinical practice is guided by science, and that as a result—more medical care means better medical care. Overdo$ed America provides a compelling and well-documented analysis of why each of these assumptions is wrong. It is a book every American should read.”
—Elliott Fisher, M.D., M.P.H., Professor of Medicine, Dartmouth Medical School
“Reading Overdo$ed America is an important act of self-care. Not only is this book essential for all those who want to intelligently reclaim responsibility for their own health but it should also be required reading for all health care professionals who are truly committed to their clients’ welfare.”
—Cheryl Richardson, author of Take Time for Your Life, Life Makeovers, and Stand Up for Your Life
“Dr. John Abramson has done a wonderful job of taking us beyond the infomercials, commercials, and sound bites to the real story about the drugs we take. This book should be read by everyone before they pop another pill.”
—Susan Love, M.D., M.B.A.