Millions of Americans suffer from indifferent, outdated health care; an estimated 40,000 incidents of medical harm happen every day. The good news is that you can prevent this from happening to you or a family member. Better yet, you can find the very best care in the world. Patrick Malone's sensible advice and real-life anecdotes will inspire you to take charge of your own health care, make the best choices, and avoid serious harm. With the ';Necessary Nine'the essential steps to finding the best medical careThe Life You Save offers vital information such as: *; The single most important question you can ask your doctor *; When to know you have symptoms your doctor should not shrug off *; Checklists to help you get out of the hospital in one piece *; Where to locate the best surgeons and safest hospitals