CREATIVE CONNECTIONS

A COLLECTION OF MEDICAL ANALOGIES FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Blending MEDICAL EDUCATION with the power of STORYTELLING

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What readers are saying

  • “For students, this book is akin to striking gold”

    Dr Adil Maqbool

    Doctor | Medical and Research Writer

  • "I find myself constantly craving more due to the captivating blend of storytelling and education."

    Debra Gillespie

    Emergency Department Nurse

  • “As a paramedic student, the straightforward nature of these analogies proved invaluable in helping me grasp intricate medical conditions with ease”

    Gemma McGann

    2nd Year Paramedic student

  • Very clever, very fun. Quick postage, no drama. Thank you!

    Emily R

  • A fantastic way to describe the basic but also, general information about pathophysiologies. Easy to read, as well as typical day-to-day situations that can be associated with the pathophysiologies. Well done Ricky.

    Hernando C

  • Love the book and the different forms it comes in. For someone with ADHD this book makes so much more sense

    Megan S

  • "I purchased your book as a birthday gift requested by my paramedic daughter who’d seen a copy at a hospital she had visited. She is delighted. I’ve quickly scanned through & understood more as a layman. Ordering & delivery was exceptional, thank you as was a birthday gift & arrived in perfect time"

    Karen

  • "A really helpful tool /resource that really puts the pathophysiology into a chewable perspective. Read it in a day!"

    Royce Matthews

 FAQs

  • This book is perfect for students studying the fundamentals of pathophysiology, health professionals seeking a new way to communicate with patients, or anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of conditions in an innovative and engaging way.

  • Ricky Commerford, the author of "Creative Connections”, is an experienced paramedic and respected university educator. He has leveraged his vast experience in his fields to co-create and deliver medical training courses for firefighters. Known for his innovative outlook, Ricky thrives on thinking outside the box, a trait attributed to his ADHD diagnosis. Traditional educational methods weren't effective for him, which inspired him to devise unique, creative approaches to learning and growing.

  • Creative Connections utilizes the power of storytelling and relatable analogies to simplify complex medical concepts, paired with vivid illustrations. This unique approach, pioneered by an experienced paramedic, enhances learning engagement and retention.

  • Creative Connections has 66 chapters that cover 10 essential disease systems. These include the Cardiovascular System, Respiratory System, Endocrine System, Immune System, Nervous System, Musculoskeletal System, Maternity, Digestive System, Urinary System, and Oncology.

  • While "Creative Connections" offers a unique approach, it's intended to complement, not replace, traditional medical textbooks. It provides an alternative method for understanding the fundamentals of complex medical concepts, which can be particularly helpful for visual and narrative learners.

  • Creative Connections is available in multiple formats to suit all learning preferences. You can purchase the traditional paperback version for a tactile reading experience. If you prefer the ease and convenience of digital reading, the eBook format is also available, which can be accessed on any e-reader, computer, tablet, or smartphone. For those who enjoy listening to content, the book is a podcast series on all podcast platforms including youtube with video format, narrated by the award winning voice actor, Ben Hauck.

“Embrace the rhythm of innovation, for it’s in thinking differently that we create the learning pathways of tomorrow.”

- Ricky Commerford

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