Dr. Robert Mendelsohn has dedicated his life to demystifying the medical profession, both as a renowned pediatrician for nearly thirty years and as the widely read author of " Confessions of a Medical Heretic" and other books.

In this practical and informative guide, he turns hie expertise to his own specialty, maintaining that parents tend to rely too heavily on their pediatricians and that they can take a more active role determining which ailments require an office visit and which can be dealt with at home.

Learn how to treat and diagnose at home:

* everyday cold and flu;
* childhood illnesses;
* strep throat;
* vision and hearing problems;
* allergies;
* emotional problems;
* skin ailments;
* and everything else you'll need to know about major symptoms and illnesses;

PLUS:

* A complete section on picking the right doctor for your child;
* Comprehensive guidelines for using time-honored, age-old remedies;
* Step-by-step instructions for knowing when you should call the doctor;
* Detailed information for coping with accidental injuries;

Robert S. Mendelhson, M.D., has been practicing pediatrics almost thirty years. He has been the national director of Project Head Start's Medical consultation Service, chairman of Medical Licensing Committee for the State of Illinois, and associate professor of Preventive Medicine and Community Health in the School of Medicine of the University of Illinois. Dr. Mendelsohn has received numerous awards for excellence in medicine and medical instruction.