History of the London Clinic - a Celebration of 75 Years (Hardcover, New)

The history of the prestigious London Clinic, from its foundation in 1932 by a group of Harley Street doctors to its 75th anniversary in 2007, is recounted here in a personal and comprehensive account. Written in a freely narrative style, "A History of The London Clinic" explores the technological, socioeconomic and cultural influences that have mapped and directed the Hospital's course of clinical excellence over the years. The author, Harvey White, has spent over 15 years working at The London Clinic as consultant surgeon, and has undertaken extensive research, interviewing members of Clinic staff, past and present, reading reports and papers and consulting records from the Hospital's archives to cover every aspect of the changes to The London Clinic during this period.Coinciding with The London Clinic's 75th anniversary celebrations, this book is illustrated with a wealth of photographs and anecdotes that illuminate the many changes that have taken place. The memories of patients, nursing staff, specialists and administrators capture the character and ethos of this truly unique institution.