When he decided to become a pediatric surgeon, the field was in its infancy, struggling for esteem. Now, it is at the forefront of exhilarating new discoveries in everything from cancer research to mental health care. But few parents know how to access the best care for their children. ... Dr. Newman wrote this book and talks about guiding parents—not just of sick kids but of all kids. A deeply human story with a spectacular cast of young heroes and heroines, Healing Children will convince you that we still have a lot to learn from our kids.