THE MALPRACTICE EPIDEMIC is a behind-the-scenes look at medical malpractice and its numerous implications. Concise, informative and provocative, it is the original and definitive LAYMAN'S GUIDE TO MEDICAL MALPRACTICE, as well as a valuable reference for even the most knowledgeable physician or lawyer. In addition to medical malpractice, THE MALPRACTICE EPIDEMIC also analyzes other problems with our current health care system, especially those related to government-sponsored health insurance programs, health maintenance organizations and the organized movement to keep national health insurance out of the United States. The book proposes a single plan to solve the malpractice crisis and make quality health care available to every American.