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Additional testimonials...
"Dr. Savard has provided an invaluable service to patients and to physicians. I am encouraging all my patients to use the Health Record. The response from my patients about the Health Record and the book has been enthusiastic and grateful. I look forward to Dr. Savard's future work."
- Gladys Fenichel, M.D.
"Dr. Marie Savard has written an exceptionally useful, practical, and easy to read guide to enhancing your medical care by taking an active role in that care. Using relevant examples and anecdotes, Dr. Savard demonstrates that only by participating in their own care can a patient obtain optimal medical care. The patient who employs Dr. Savard's advice, along with the Savard Health Record, can not only improve continuity of care, but can help prevent medical errors."
- Robert CJ Krasner, M.D., FACP
"Your books are beautifully done, so very thorough…everything is covered! Somewhere along the line we became amazed at the population that presents themselves for medical care far from home without a trace of accurate information about their past medical history. So often we were told that "it's all on a computer somewhere", "just call my doctor", etc."
- George J. Schunk, M.D., FAAP
"Wouldn't it be great if all patients would bring to the doctors office, copies of their test results and all their health information. It would take less time working with an informed patient."
- Anthony R. Piccolo, DO
"The health record system is an impressive piece of work - I only wish my records were that well organized."
- Dr. Gene Bishop, Internist and Expert in Women's Health
"My sister-in-law, now undergoing chemotherapy loves the book…it's been a big help to her. She has organized her results and was able to share her records with all of her consultants and there have been quite a few."
- Dr. Fran Carmitta
"On behalf of Living Beyond Breast Cancer, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for your very informative and compassionate presentation to our Young Survivors. The Savard Health Record is such a wonderful and useful tool for all women (men and children, too) to have to help them manage their personal healthcare needs. You enhanced the participants' education in an area that is not discussed or modeled by the physicians and health care professionals who treat them. You have empowered this group of women to advocate for themselves in a very meaningful manner."
- Elyse S. Caplan, MA, Education and Outreach Coordinator
"Thank you Dr. Savard for the informative lecture you gave to the American Heart Association Luncheon here in Santa Barbara. Your frank manner and insight were truly appreciated. I especially liked the advice you gave the group about managing one's health care. I have always believed that while doctors have both experience and education, they cannot possibly know everything and it is up to the patient to ask questions and do research on his/her own. I am going to start asking for copies of my lab results, etc. because it simply makes sense to keep track of my medical history, as you pointed out in your talk."
- Jennifer J. Mansbach, Associate, Corporate Finance, Tenet Healthcare Corporation.
"WOW" is the first word that comes to mind in describing your fabulous presentation to the Council. Marie, you did an outstanding job of conveying a huge amount of information in laymen's terms and miraculously combined it with wit, wisdom and compassion. You are indeed a star!"
- Sharon S. Hardy, Administrative Director, Trustees' Council of Penn Women, University of Pennsylvania
"You were absolutely terrific at our Women's Health Seminar! It was such a pleasure to hear you articulate such important messages. I loved your passion and way with words! The students were mesmerized and couldn't stop talking about how amazing you were. I'll be forever grateful, Marie! I'm more convinced than ever that we have to find a way to get you here! It would be so wonderful to work with you! Thanks so much for coming to teach our medical students. They'll never forget you!"
- Jeane Ann Grisso, M.D., Professor of Medicine
"In the past year we've been sent at least six different notebook/file systems for keeping track of your own health records. I've received your book and health record system and it is the most comprehensive I've seen."
- Diane Kozak, contributing writer, Prevention Magazine
"…as your work and our work share a common mission: empowering the patient, we feel that your work is so critical to the pursuit of health and healing."
-Marjorie Jolles, Linda Creed Breast Cancer Foundation
"Once collected, having health records at your finger tips should certainly make life easier for our health concerned citizenry. I think it is terrific!"
-Ralph J. Roberts, Chairman, COMCAST
"As you point out, the patient is ultimately the single most important information resource in the diagnosis and treatment of his or her ailment, and the information gained from the subjective interview with the patient is by far the most important part of the information gathering related to correct diagnosis."
- W. Jordan, Executive Vice President, PrimeCare Systems, Inc.
"We read about your book in the Wall Street Journal. As someone who tracked and collected for her husband fighting cancer for 5 years, I "get it." It is a wonderful concept and we were wondering if we could get a review copy because we might like to carry it in the clinic for sale to patients."
- San Anselmo, CA
"The First Lady applauds the dedication and commitment Dr. Savard has given to women and their families through her tireless efforts to improve quality healthcare. Encouraging lifestyle changes and providing educational tools such as the Health Record will assist in reaching these goal. Thank you for your interest in preserving families throughout Pennsylvania."
- Lucy M. Gnazzo, Chief of Staff/Press Secretary, Office of the First
Lady of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
"One of the nurses asked if there was a history of heart disease in the family so I whipped out her binder and family tree. Well she was REALLY impressed, she said she wished every patient was this well-prepared, and asked where she could buy one herself."
- Chris
"I don't know how I have lived so long without this book! I truly believe that Dr. Savard's book, "How to Save Your Own Life" should be required reading for anyone who cares about their health. Ever since my mother became sick a year ago, I have realized how important it is for us to be in control of our medical care. This book, along with The Savard Health Record makes what could be a daunting process very simple. Thank you, Dr. Savard, for your thoughtful contributions to my peace of mind." - A reader from Greenwich, CT
"Bravo Dr. Savard on all you stated in your letter to the editor in the
"Philadelphia Inquirer"! Again, I thank you for the idea of keeping the medications listed with us at all times. Thanks!"
- Reader of the Philadelphia Inquirer
"I was pleased to learn about your efforts to develop a partnership between patients and their doctors. Having access to their medical records would help to empower patients to take greater responsibility for their health and care; and such access also has the potential to give patients greater confidence in their chosen treatment options. As my Administration continues its efforts to ensure that our nation can meet the complex challenges of a rapidly changing health care system, I'm glad to know I can count on your help."
- Former President Clinton
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