Research papers .. medicine and medicine .. papers on medical topics

Disease, Treatment, & Epidemiology	Alternative Medicine & Holistic Approaches
Medical Ethics	Other Issues

The Advent of Modern Medicine : A 9 page research paper which looks at what is generally meant by the term "modern medicine." The writer demonstrates how this term can vary according to whether one is looking at certain key philosophical changes or actual advancements in practical applications. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Modmed.wps

1930's Irish Medical Care & Cerebral Palsy / Book Review : A 3 page review of Christy Brown's touching personal story entitled "My Left Foot" -- the auto-biography of an individual who suffered from Cerebral Palsy and was paralyzed so that he had control over only one foot. The writer focuses upon Christy's struggles and the idea that his story evidences the importance of treating everyone like an equal human being. No Bibliography. Mleftfot.wps

Are There Positive Outcomes To Medical Malpractice Reform? : A 25 page paper that provides an overview of the major elements of malpractice reform, and considers the question of whether there are benefits to reform policies in light of the prominent arguments regarding proposed legislation over the past decade. Bibliography lists 24 sources. Medmal.wps

Indoor Air Quality in Hospitals : A 30 page paper that provides a comprehensive overview of the problem of addressing indoor air quality in hospital settings to prevent the spread of infection. This paper considers the scope of the problem, reflects upon the most commonly applied solutions to the problem, and considers their effectiveness in hospital settings. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Hospair.wps

Tailored Communication in Health Care : A 15 page overview of the importance of effective communication in health care emphasizing that misunderstandings can not only be costly but also potentially deadly. Stresses that in many cases information must be tailored to meet a patient’s cultural or educational background. Bibliography lists 15 sources. Hlthcomm.wps

Career Opportunities in Pediatric Care : 6 pages on the importance of pediatricians and the valuable service they perform. Information concerning job tasks, salaries, educational requirements, and job opportunities is provided. The qualities of a "good" pediatrician are discussed as well. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Pediatrc.wps

Computers & Medical Technology : 7 pages in length. Discussed are the history of computers in medicine, the concept of "tele-medicine," and most importantly the concept of computer-aided surgery, which enables doctors and interns to practice complex surgical procedures on "virtual patients" instead of upon live human subjects. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Compsurg.wps

Computers In Medicine : A 15 page research paper dealing with some of the current and anticipated uses of computers in the medical field. Aside from the obvious, the paper goes in depth into some of the various imaging techniques, particularly MRI. It includes a brief history of the computer in general and the computer in medicine, as well as a detailed discussion of the mechanism of imaging. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Comp-med.wps

Fiber Optics : A 4 page paper dealing with fiber optics. Included is a description of fiber optic cables and their use in medicine, telecommunication and other fields. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Fireopti.wps

Laser Beams & Laser Technology : An 11 page research paper on lasers and laser technology. The writer defines ‘laser beam’.. gives examples of lasers in medicine where some remarkable procedures are occuring including : lasers and cosmetic surgery; lasers and ophthamology; lasers and the military; laser technology in the office; lasers for fun: holography, entertainment, and more. Lasers have diverse uses and have revolutionized differenct areas of life. Extensive bibliography is included. Lasers.wps

Breast Feeding / Benefits, Misconceptions & Challenges To Public Health :
A 10 page paper that provides an overview of the findings in the current health literature related to the issue of breast feeding, reflects the benefits over bottle feeding, and then considers the implications of misconceptions and health issues for public health. Bibliography lists 16 sources. Brfeed.wps

Exercise & Anxiety : An 8 page research paper exploring the relationship between exercise and anxiety. The writer begins by offering operational definitions, the results of a literature search and concludes with a summary and recommendations for further research. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Exercise.wps

Exercise-Induced Asthma : A 6 page paper on the causes of asthma and its relationship to exercise. Main focus is on youth sports in schools. Subjects covered include: medications, alternative treatments (warm-ups, masks/scarves, swimming for cardiovascular and strength training, relaxation), and what school coaches and parents in combination can do to help young athletes. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Exasthma.wps

Creating an Asthma Education Program : An 8 page research paper which examines topics which should be covered in establishing an education program which will empower both the asthma patient and the patient’s family to take control of this chronic, yet controllable disease. The writer covers such topics as creating a personalized care plan, the role of allergens, and how to control them in the home environment. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Asthmaed.wps

Asthma’s Effects on Lung Function : This 5 page paper addresses diagnosis and treatment of the disease in terms of lung function. The healthy lung is examined in order to explain its reaction during acute asthma episodes. Possible long term consequences of the disease and treatment, as it pertains to the lungs, are examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Asthlung.wps

The Human Respiratory System & Intense Exercise : A 4 page paper on the human respiratory system. The writer covers how the system works, the lungs' capacity for holding air, and that which specifically takes place during inhalation and exhalation. Applying these principles, the paper then attempts to solve whether the human respiratory system acts as a hindrance during intense exercise. It is concluded that the load on the respiratory muscles has only a minor role in the regulation of ventilation during heavy exercise. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Respsyst.wps

Nutrition and Athletic Performance : A 5 page research essay exploring the role of nutrition in athletic performance. Discussion includes the value as well as potential detrimental effects of fat and carbohydrate loading, hydration, vitamins and minerals. Suggestions given regarding intake of these elements. Bibliography includes 6 references. Athletes.wps

Caffeine And Behavior : An 11 page paper that discusses the impacts of caffeine on behavior, based on physiological changes caused by the drug. This paper considers physiological changes relative to neurotransmissions that impact behavioral considerations presented in a number of supporting studies. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Caffeine.wps

The Medical Supply Industry : A 4 page overview of the demographic and other factors concerning the medial supply industry. Various statistics are cited concerning sales forecasts, imports/exports, and more. The writer concludes that the industry is a benevolent one-- who purpose is geared towards helping others-- and whose money primarily goes to just that cause. Industry.wps

Hospital Mergers / Pros and Cons : A 6 page overview of the history of structural change within U.S. hospitals. An emphasis is placed on the merging of smaller hospitals into large hospital systems and the pros and cons of those mergers. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Hospmerg.wps

Generic Drugs vs. Non-Generic Drugs / Not Getting What We Pay For : An 8 page paper that considers the issues surrounding the use of less expensive generic drugs, and determines the issues related to this pharmacological conflict. Bibliography included. Generics.wps

Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria / A Medical Waste Landfill : A 5 page overview of existence of and the dangers presented by antibiotic resistant bacteria. Includes specific information regarding persistent and resistant bacteria in the Tulalip medical waste landfill in Marysville, Washington. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Resisbac.wps

Supply & Demand Of Physicians : 6 pages in length. Change in physician supply and demand has occurred in the past twenty plus years with an anticipation of increases in some areas and decreases in other areas. Predictions are made as to the supply and demand for physicians in the year 2000. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Physuply.wps

Drug Price Control : An 11 page paper that discusses the topic of drug price control as it relates to health care and health maintenance organizations. This paper takes a specific look at the way HMOs impact drug pricing. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Drugpric.wps

Pharmaceutical Advertising in Europe & The United States : This 30 page report discusses the similarities and differences of pharmaceutical advertising in the U. S. and Europe. Other advertising issues of importance to the drug industry – cost of advertising, regulatory constraints, advertising ROI, consumer perception – are also examined. The current health care system and its interaction with pharmaceutical companies, as well as the future of the pharmaceutical industry are reviewed. Bibliography lists 33 sources. Pharmacy.wps

The Pharmaceutical Industry : This 5 page report looks at this industry historically in addition to its effects on society today. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Pharm.wps

Pharmacy in the Year 2035 : An interesting 5 page look at an American where medicine can be dispensed to anyone- whether or not they have enough money to pay for it. Based on the assumption that Bill Clinton's 1996 health care initiative would have been passed, this paper examines what pharmacy would be like in the year 2035. Pharmacists themselves will have a much greater wealth of responsibilities including consultation services, more stringent educational requirements (Doctor of Pharmacy Degree, etc;). Issues concerning pricing and the pharmaceutical industry itself are examined as well. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Pharmfut.wps

Pharmacy in the Year 2035 # 2 : In this 5 page essay, the writer feels that a future world in which Bill Clinton's health care initiative had been passed would be with an institutionalized, old-fashioned multi-tier system of health care. Prescriptions are more readily available in this fictitious version of the year 2035 and the role of the pharmacist has inherently evolved from being just a "providor" to that of a "public educator." Bibliography lists 5 sources. Pharmfu2.wps

Pharmacy in the Year 2035 # 3 : 6 pages in length. An insightful look at what pharmacy and pharmaceutical care would be like in the year 2035 if Bill Clinton's 1996 health care initiative had been passed. The writer points optimistically to many positive changes including greater accessibility to medicine, better cost control, and more.. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Pharmfu3.wps

Pharmacy Communications / Bridging The Gap : An 8 page report the discusses the problems of pharmacist image and how that contributes to the lack of communication with consumers. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Pharmc.wps

Pharmacy Communications : A 6 page paper discussing barriers to pharmacy communications that existed in the past; however, today those barriers are quickly disappearing thanks to such technologies as open hub, the Internet, and the availability of on-line benefits. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Pharmcom.wps

Human Growth Hormones, Creatine Monohydrate, & Steroids: A 10 page examination of steroids, nutritional supplements and other means used by athletes to enhance physical prowess. Bibliography lists fifteen sources. Creatini.wps

The Human Body, Chemistry, & Steroids : Written mostly from a scientific perspective, this 7 page paper discusses the chemistry of steroids, bio-physiological implications, and more. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Steroid3.wps

Abuse / A Medical Perspective : An 8 page overview of the importance of medical intervention in cases of domestic abuse. Provides numerous statistics about women who experience domestic abuse and concludes that it is medical personnel's responsibility not only to provide medical treatment for these women but also to correctly diagnose these women so that their chances of escaping their situation is increased. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Abusemed.wps

Effects Of Marijuana Use : In 5 pages the author discusses the effects of marijuana use, using theories that have been posited on the topic. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Mareff.wps

Cannabis Sativa (Marijuana) & Its Effects On The Human Body : A 5 page overview of Cannabis sativa (marijuana), its effects on the human body and the controversy surrounding whether these effects are beneficial or detrimental. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Cannabis.wps

Near Death Experiences -- Are They Real ? : A 9 page research paper examining the validity of alleged Near Death Experiences (NDE). Since Raymond Moody coined the term with the publication of Life After Life in 1975, the entire issue has been under debate. Though some researchers maintain that the NDE is nothing more than a product of physiological changes the body undergoes when death is imminent, their scientific logic is found to be faulty. The body of knowledge surrounding the NDE is too vast to be dismissed because of our inability to clinically replicate the events encompassed by the NDE. That same inability does nothing to prevent the stars from existing and maintaining their positions, either. Those who have returned unshakably hold that their experiences were in fact very real, regardless of what some researchers want to say about those experiences. Thus, the writer of this paper makes a strong argument that NDEs are indeed, very real. Bibliography lists 9 sources. FREE Outline included. Nde.wps

Review of Three Articles About Near Death Experiences : This 5 page paper compares and criticizes three articles written about near death experiences. The author of the paper establishes which paper is the most credible of the three and to which the author had the strongest response. Bibliography lists four sources. Neardeat.wps