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Presentations
Dr.
Pettus has lectured on a wide range of health care topics. In addition to primary care topics of general interest to consumers
and clinicians, Dr. Pettus has lectured extensively in areas of conflict resolution, negotiation, and the spirituality-health
connection. He is an informed and entertaining speaker who is an effective and passionate advocate for consumers of health
care. He has an interest in the development of interpersonal skills for health care personnel. His book, "The Savvy Patient:
The Ultimate Advocate for Quality Care", informs the reader with personal reflection, true stories of many courageous individuals,
and pragmatic wisdom and advice.
His second book "It's All in Your Head: Change Your Mind, Change Your Health" is
a fascinating, engaging, and inspiring look at the biology that defines the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and
behaviors. It is the quintessential roadmap for inspiring and maintaining optimal self-care.
"Dr. Pettus offers
sage advice to help patients navigate our complex health care system. This book makes his insider knowledge available and
accessible, and provides an essential guide to getting the most out of your care."
David U. Himmelstein,
M.D.
Associate Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Chief, Division of Social and Community
Medicine
The Cambridge
Hospital
"Once in a while the right book comes along just in time. The multiple forces buffeting healthcare today
are coalescing to create the "Perfect Storm". The Savvy patient provides just what we all need; thoughtful, insightful, practical,
knowledgeable and compassionate insight for patients and families. The Savvy Patient provides the "Perfect Calm" in the face
of this impending storm."
Gray Ellrodt, M.D. Professor of Medicine, University of Massachusetts Medical School
Topics
cover a wide range of interesting and varied subject matter. A sampling of important areas includes:
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