BOOKS

The Elements of Boat Strength: For Builders, Designers, and Owners

Dave Gerr, CEng, FRINA

August 10, 1999

Acclaimed author and naval architect Dave Gerr created this unique system of easy-to-use scantling rules and rules-of-thumb for calculating the necessary dimensions, or scantlings, of hulls, decks, and other boat parts, whether built of fiberglass, wood, wood-epoxy composite, steel, or aluminum. In addition to the rules themselves, The Elements of Boat Strength offers their context: an in-depth, plain-English discussion of boatbuilding materials, methods, and practices that will guide you through all aspects of boat construction.

The Propeller Handbook: The Complete Reference for Choosing, Installing, and Understanding Boat Propellers

Dave Gerr, CEng, FRINA

July 2001

On the surface, choosing the correct propeller for a particular boat seems simple. But one factor affects another, which then affects another factor, leading many boaters to believe that propeller selection depends more on black magic than logic. All the questions are answered in this complete reference, the first of its kind. This clear, easy-to-use handbook for all small boats is written not for Ph.D.s seeking the latest wrinkle in high-tech propeller design, but as a practical aid for the average mechanic, engineer, boatbuilder, fleet operator, serious yachtsman, or naval architect.

The Nature of Boats: Insights and Esoterica for the Nautically Obsessed

Dave Gerr, CEng, FRINA

September 1, 1995

Boat noodling. Boat lovers suffer universally from this benign affliction. In its mildest form, boat noodling is nothing more than wondering why that sloop in the next slip is faster than yours. In a more significant manifestation it could mean serious daydreaming--drifting off for extended periods, sketching design ideas on the back of an envelope. Chances are, if you've picked up this book just to see what's in it, you're beyond help.

Competency to Stand Trial: A Guidebook for Defendants

Ray S. Kim, PhD

September 12, 2014

The correctional system has become the largest provider of mental health care in our society. Due to the prevalence of mental disabilities in the criminal justice system, many defendants are found Incompetent to Stand Trial. However, defendants do not usually understand what it means to be incompetent, let alone what to do about it. The purpose of this guidebook is to help defendants better understand why they were found incompetent, what they can do about it, and how to get the best possible outcomes.

Restaurants, Catering and Facility Rentals: Maximizing Earned Income

Arthur M. Manask, FCSI, et al

April 8, 2012

This book is unique in making available the detailed, highly practical results and recommendations of real-world studies of foodservices and facility rental operations in some of the world's leading museums, galleries and cultural institutions. This range of studies focuses on the challenges most frequently encountered as museums and cultural institutions strive to manage efficient and profitable catering services.

Redesign The Medical Staff Model: A Guide To Collaborative Change

Jon Burroughs, MD, FACHE

December 31, 2014

In this book, the author, an experienced physician leader and healthcare consultant, describes key changes that must be made to redesign the medical staff model. He provides specific guidance and examples to help healthcare leaders and executives work with their physician leaders to face these changes successfully. Well-regarded contributors and subject matter experts offer additional examples and insights with special content throughout the book.

The Complete Guide to FPPE: Strategies for Medical Staff Professionals, Physician Leaders, and Quality Directors

Jon Burroughs, MD, et al

October 17, 2011

The Complete Guide to FPPE provides step-by-step guidance for developing an FPPE process and policy, selecting indicators, collecting data, conducting performance conversations with practitioners, and managing FPPE for low-volume and advance practice practitioners.

Medical Staff Leadership Essentials: A Guide to Developing Leadership Skills and Recruiting the Next Generation

Jon Burroughs, MD, et al

May 17, 2011

Sharpen medical staff leadership skills with proven educational strategies and succession planning tools. Medical Staff Leadership Essentials: A Guide to Developing Leadership Skills and Recruiting the Next Generation delivers a step-by-step process for becoming an effective physician leader and training future leaders. Veteran and new physician leaders alike will gain valuable insight to help the medical staff develop, retain, and recruit a legacy of effective physician leaders.

A Practical Guide to Managing Disruptive and Impaired Physicians, Second Edition

Jon Burroughs, MD, et al

December 17, 2010

Real-world solutions to problem physician behavior Don t let disruptive physician behavior and impairment negatively affect your hospital s operations or put your patients, staff, and colleagues at risk. This resource will help you implement a sound program to manage impairment and prevent disruptive physician behavior.

Engaging and Aligning Medical Staff Management and the Board: Practical Strategies and Case Studies

Jon Burroughs, MD, et al

November 22, 2010

This resource combines the expertise of advisors from The Greeley Company and in-the-trenches hospital and medical staff leaders. You ll get real-world solutions to engage practitioners in medical staff activities and align them with hospital goals. Unlike other theory-based books, this resource provides tools and strategies that have helped your peers break the cycle of disengagement and apathy.