Brockopp (religious studies and history, Pennsylvania State U.) and Eich (Oriental studies, Tübingen U., Germany) offer an interdisciplinary examination of medical ethics in Muslim societies and caring for Muslim patients in non-Muslim societies. The authors draw from the work of historians, health-care professionals, theologians, and social scientists to illustrate how Muslims balance their respect for their heritage with modern-day health issues. Considering increasing numbers of Muslims in North America and Europe, this book will be useful to Western physicians and health-care workers interested in the specific needs of Muslim patients. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)