A Celebration of 75 Years Harvey White £19.95,  978-1-85315-679-3,  304pp,  Paperback,  October 2007

Entrepreneur.com
Distinguished practitioner White wisely calls upon the staff of this icon of English private practice as a primary resource, the result being a very lively narrative full of fascinating details (such as a history-making family reunion) and thorough explanations of how departments came to be and came to be eminent

Amazon.co.uk, customer review
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.

Elsevier review
This title is an excellent historical read and is recommended to all those with an interest in medical history, and particularly those with an interest in the clinic and community surrounding Harley Street. Those who love a fascinating read containing interesting and intriguing stories about the lives of real people will also find this title immensely enjoyable.

This unique title gives a detailed and fascinating account of the history surrounding the development of The London Clinic. Established in 1932 by a group of Harley Street doctors, the London Clinic was originally set up to provide inpatient facilities and accommodate a need of pathology, nursing care, physiotherapy and invasive procedures for Harley Street. The clinic has gone on to become an established independent hospital with an international reputation, dealing with all kinds of treatments from oncology to aesthetic surgery.

Written by Harvey White, a surgeon with first hand experience of working in the clinic, this book provides an invaluable insight into the inner workings of this exceptional institution. During the clinic’s prestigious 75-year history, royal families, dignitaries, politicians, captains of industry and celebrities from across the world have visited the clinic, each treated by legendary surgeons and doctors. It is these visits and the personal memories of nursing staff, specialists and administrators that provide many of the memorable and enthralling stories that are detailed in this fascinating account.

White’s profound fondness for the London Clinic is evident throughout this title. He details the character of the place, the excellence which underlies the endeavours, and the staff and personalities of those that have contributed to the success of the clinic. This title is an excellent historical read and is recommended to all those with an interest in medical history, and particularly those with an interest in the clinic and community surrounding Harley Street. Those who love a fascinating read containing interesting and intriguing stories about the lives of real people will also find this title immensely enjoyable.

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