This primer covers basic principles of MBA-level business management and finance for healthcare professionals and students. The book is written to be accessible, with an overview treatment and numerous summary charts, checklists, bullet points, and case examples. The book's concise chapters cover areas such as accounting and finance, operations management, marketing in healthcare, and strategic management for clinicians. One chapter overviews the use of information technology in patient care, in personal development, and in the organization, touching on online education, social networking, hospital intranets, and digital records. Other subjects explored include managing clinicians' performance, and change management in the clinical environment. The book includes reflection exercises, chapter websites, and a glossary. Nassab is affiliated with Whiston Hospital, Liverpool. The book is distributed in the US by BookMasters. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)