Morton E. Tavel

A lifelong native of Indianapolis, Dr. Tavel received both college and medical degrees at Indiana University. Scholastic honors include graduating summa cum laude and the honorary societies of Phi Beta Kappa and Alpha Omega Alpha. His civic activities include, among others, having been past president of the local and state divisions of the American Heart Association.

Dr. Tavel is a physician specialist in internal medicine and cardiovascular diseases. In addition to managing patients, he held a teaching position (Clinical Professor) at Indiana University School of Medicine and regularly taught medical trainees at all levels. In addition, he has presented numerous speeches and lectures before national and international audiences that include peers as well as the general public. He has authored over 100 research publications, editorials, book reviews, and a full medical text entitled "Clinical Phonocardiography and External Pulse Recording".

One of his recently published books is directed to the general public entitled "Snake Oil is Alive and Well (Brighton Press, 2012): The Clash between Myths and Reality--Reflections of a Physician". This work blends psychological and medical views that include how myths are formed, information about diets, exercise, proper nutrition, vitamin supplements, how to avoid frauds and rip-offs, the powerful influence of the so-called "placebo effect". Explained in detail are such bizarre practices as faith healing, "alternative" treatments, chiropractic medicine, and acupuncture.

A video introduction to his book "Snake Oil is Alive and Well" can be found in the following website: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7wVTbn1LEw&list=UU4F0O1bIh3zwYq6Vzmn-LwQ&index=1&feature=plcp

More recently, he has coauthored a book entitled "Hell in the Heavens: The Saga of a World War 2 Bomber Pilot" Brighton Press, 2013.

HELL IN THE HEAVENS: THE SAGA OF A WWII BOMBER PILOT

This book was created from the memoirs of David E. Tavel, Colonel, U.S.A.F. (ret, deceased), with added material from Morton E. Tavel, MD.

In this book, Colonel David Tavel recounts his harrowing experiences as a bomber pilot during numerous missions over war-torn Europe. It begins by taking readers back to 1937 and the inception of Colonel Tavel's distinguished flying career, culminating in the victorious European campaign in 1945. Like every crewmember on these bombers, Colonel Tavel would risk life and limb every time he took to the flak-filled skies over Nazi-controlled Europe. Many brave airmen would give the ultimate sacrifice during the treacherous bombing campaigns, while others would be shot down and taken as prisoners of war, but still, there were a few men—like Tavel—that would make it through the war with dozens of successful missions to his credit.

From one of America's finest aerial warriors, relive the missions, hazards, and even bits of humor, as they soared to claim ultimate victory.

In order to place the missions into a worldwide context, provide actual photographs, interview a still-surviving crewmember, supply explanations of aeronautical/military concepts, and draw parallels with today's world events, Dr. Morton E. Tavel has added substantially to the book's message and impact.

Paul Fruhwirth, military aviation historian, has written the following about this book:

I found this method of telling the story most helpful as it provided both a connected personal and impersonal view of the war, something that is often not contained in history books. The highlight of the book for me was the way humour and more importantly humility, was used to give an insight into the life and thoughts of not only Lt. Col. Tavel but also the men around him.

I cannot recommend this book highly enough, as I believe that it is important that the experiences of our lesser known heroes are not forgotten. I hope that more families who have diaries or manuscripts from this era do what Morton Tavel has done and create a wonderful legacy for all.

Currently in digital format, the book is available at Amazon.com at the following: http://www.amazon.com/Hell-Heavens-Bomber-Pilot

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For a video display, visit the following website:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_b_VLQxOd0&feature=youtu.be