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The Alchemy Of Healing

Emad Salem

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English
Emad Salem
11 August 2025
Medical breakthroughs that changed the world-told through powerful true stories.

From penicillin saving lives in World War II to the Pill transforming society and mRNA vaccines reshaping pandemic response, The Alchemy of Healing reveals the history of medicine through gripping narratives and clear, engaging science.

Clinical pharmacist Dr. Emad Salem blends medical history, pharmaceutical discoveries, and ethical dilemmas to show how twelve life-changing drugs revolutionized healthcare-and what their stories mean for our future.

Perfect for readers of medical nonfiction, science history, and inspiring healthcare stories.
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Imprint:   Emad Salem
Dimensions:   Height: 229mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 12mm
Weight:   295g
ISBN:   9798231630349
Pages:   216
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Dr. Emad Salem is a clinical pharmacist, writer, and educator with a passion for making the science of medicine accessible to everyone. Drawing on years of experience in community and hospital pharmacy, he bridges the gap between the lab bench and the patient's bedside-turning complex pharmacology into stories that resonate with professionals and curious readers alike. His work blends history, science, and ethics, exploring not only how medicines work, but how they shape the world we live in. The Alchemy of Healing is his debut book, born from a lifelong fascination with the breakthroughs, blunders, and human moments behind modern healthcare. When not researching or writing, Dr. Salem enjoys mentoring future pharmacists, exploring historical archives, and sharing coffee-fueled conversations about the next revolution in medicine.

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