medical innovations

"Explores how and why artificial organs were developed, how they improve people's lives and bodies, and how the technology may be improved through future advances in biomedical engineering."--Provided by publisher.

"This . . . guide to medical technology explores how robots are helping surgeons to perform operations, vaccines prevent deaths from disease, and various gadgets can help us check our diet and fitness levels"--Provided by publisher.

The human body is amazing, but with advancements in medicine and scientific technology, there are some pretty freaky stories about how people can live in the modern world. From surviving after having organs removed to the horror of insects living in our bodies, this enthralling book's main content is the perfect companion for a future biologist, doctor, or any curious reader who loves to get grossed out. Including true stories, up-close photographs, and disgusting science facts, the pages of this fascinating volume are a truly freaky addition to this long-running series.

"Charts the milestones in the history of medicine and medical practices in a narrative timeline format. Features: glossary, additional resources, and index"--.

Describes how robots have been used in medicine, especially for important tasks such as surgeries.

No surgeon can boast the steady ?hands? of da Vinci. This surgical robot was built for careful cutting, and that is why it has helped with more than three million medical operations to date! This high-interest children?s read introduces robots dedicated to saving lives and caregiving.

An introduction to advancements in medical technology and engineering, sharing real-world examples, and describing how they impact human lives.

Readers learn about growing organs and how this could be possible, as well as work in areas like genetics, and much more in the riveting pages of this book.

Inspiring figures featured throughout emphasize the hard work and perseverance of some of medicine's most brilliant and determined figures, such as revolutionary ophthalmologist Patricia Bath and physician Kumar Bahuleyan.

A book for young adults exploring the history and evolution of medical technology.