Why did you decide to write this book?
I have noticed throughout my years of experience that the more educated my patients, then the more likely for the patient to be compliant with their medical advice which can lead to a better health. I put out a questionnaire for my patients to see exactly what would interest them if I were to write a book. These ideas lead to different chapters in my book. I looked for all other heart health books out there, but I did not find any of them to be a type that would be easily readable and understandable. On top of this they lacked the personal touch of a physician. I knew that I can do better. So far I have heard nothing but positive from my readers. I also wanted to help raise money for my project that is placing AEDs in all of the High Schools in Calif by using the proceeds of this book for this reason.
Do you have any secret writing tips you’d like to share?
Think, and grasp the big picture then write.
Have you ever battled writer’s block? How do you deal with it?
Stop and move on to a different topic then come back.
What’s your favorite quote?
“The Earth is but Once Country and mankind its citizens.” By Bahaullah the prophet founder for Baha’I Faith
“Knowledge is power”
Who inspires you the most?
In humanitarian acts: Abudlbaha the son of Bahaullah. He travelled all around United States and promulgated world peace in 1912.
In leadership, Abraham Linclon.
In science, Albert Einstein.
In Cardiology, Dr. Ezra Amsterdam. He is loves his profession and is an excellent teacher.
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Dr. Manshadi is a multi-boarded interventional Cardiologist treating patients from prevention to intervention. Because of his dedication to his work and patients he has been awarded Americas Top Doctors Award from U.S. News and World Report, and patient’s Choice Physician award. He complements his private practice with Academic Medicine and currently serves as Associate Clinical Professor at UC Davis Medical Center, Clinical Professor at University of the Pacific, and serves as the Chair of Media Relations for American College of Cardiology, California Chapter.
For more information visit: www.drmanshadi.com