Book Testimonials

Caprice has written a terrific book explaining all aspects of America’s healthcare system.  Providers, insurance, technology – she covers it all.  She also does a great job at articulating the challenges the current systems presents and explains the options for reforming the system that are currently being debating nationally.  In the end she presents a compelling case on why a consumer-enabled, choice-driven system is the right approach for America.  Caprice is a terrific writer and this is an essential book for anyone who is concerned about the future of their healthcare.  –  Eric Blankenburg, CEO idaptix, LLC

Your book, PERSONALIZING your HEALTH CARE, is terrific.  It is a must read for the general public.  It is filled with general and broad information about the U.S. healthcare system that every citizen should be aware of.  I was impressed with the content and style……straight forward and easy to comprehend.  Nice job of navigating the channels of a complex industry.  The “tips” are a nice touch as is your examples using personal experiences.  Well Done!    R. Lyle Luman, FACHE

“Personalizing Your Health Care” explains in comprehensible language all the medical terms frequently used that we often do not have the courage to ask our doctors to explain in detail. Leinonen has divided her book into ten chapters that break down for us the details of such functions as insurance, imaging technologies, and biotechnology. The book is filled with many special short sections called “Health Tip” for important definitions of terms and “Consumer Tip” for suggestions to make sure you receive the care you need. Beyond being a guide through the medical world, “Personalizing Your Health Care” also advocates for changes to improve many situations that currently are frustrating, costly, ineffective, and detrimental.

Changes need to be made in health care, and Leinonen has several practical solutions to make the situation better. She recommends a national patient identification system to allow medical files to be transferred easily from one hospital or doctor’s office to another so people who move or travel can have their records transferred without problems such as having their files mixed up with another patient’s information. She also explains the disadvantages of what could happen if the government was put in control of health care; she gives examples of problems that already have happened from government intervention in programs such as Medicare, and she explains the difficulty of resolving problematic situations because the government is so slow about changing legislature.

I have only slightly touched on the valuable information in “Personalizing Your Health Care.” Leinonen takes us through many other discussions, including cloning and stem-cell research, genetically modified foods, and the reasons for high health insurance costs. Anyone who cares about his or her health and wants to be prepared for dealing with the present day health care system should read “Personalizing Your Health Care.” You will come away a more informed, confident, and assertive advocate of your health care needs.   - Tyler R. Tichelaar, Ph.D., and author of The Marquette Trilogy