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Synopsis
Advancements in science and technology have brought about numerous remarkable changes in the trends of medical laboratory services. Medical technologists of today are key healthcare personnel who provide laboratory services that aid physicians in diagnosing, treating, and preventing the onset of diseases and infections. Thus, it is crucial that they are well versed in basic theory, technical skills, and the application of laboratory test procedures.
Introduction to Medical Technology with Science, Technology, and Society provides students with vital information to guide them in carrying out their duties, and to help them learn in a structured and efficient manner. This book aims to counter the dearth of introductory medical technology texts in the market through the conceptualization of learning materials that fully embrace the core principles of medical technology education.
Key Features
(1)Incorporation of science, technology, and society: Discusses how science and technology have influenced the progress of society through issues such as genetic engineering, diseases of the 21st century, and the use of molecular diagnostic tools.
(2)Ethics and values: Discusses comprehensively the moral implications of procedures in laboratory medicine (Chapter 6).
(3)"Food for Thought" boxes: Encourages deeper thinking in the field of medical technology, with an understanding of the relationship between theory and real-world applications.
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About the Author
Dr. Sally C. Suba has a BS in Medical Technology, LLB, MA in Educational Management, and received her PhD in Educational Management from the Angeles University Foundation in Angeles City, Philippines. To fulfill her mission of producing quality graduates from the Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology course from the Far Eastern University, her alma mater from which she graduated with the same degree, she reorganized and revived the program in June 2009. With her conducting the program, Far Eastern University was the top performing school in the September 2012 and March 2013 Licensure Examination for Medical Technologists. With more than 25 years working experience as an academic, she has also written many laboratory manuals and books on medical technology. Currently, she is conducting research on oligonucleotide arrays for selected plants and her interests are in the authoring of more science books and the cultivation of the next generation of scientific researchers.
Dr. Jennifer S. Florida obtained both her BS in Medical Technology (1995) and MA in Teaching (Chemistry) (2001) from the Centro Escolar University, Manila, Philippines. She passed the Board Examination for Medical Technologists in 1995 and the Licensure Board Examination for Teachers in 2005. She earned her PhD in Science Education from De La Salle University, Manila, in 2009. Dr. Florida has published numerous instructional materials and articles, and also contributed research papers to various peer-reviewed international journals. She was a part-time lecturer at the College of Medical Technology at Far Eastern University and also taught PhD courses for the graduate program of the Philippine Normal University. As a full-time faculty member, she taught various science subjects at the Centro Escolar University and La Consolacion College Manila. She was a visiting professor at Gyeongju University in South Korea from February 2012 to February 2013.
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