Die grüne Arztpraxis

The climate and environmental crisis is the greatest threat to our health. However, active, conscious, and targeted countermeasures present significant opportunities for a healthy life on our planet. This book outlines specific actions that can be taken within and beyond medical practice to contribute to the climate-appropriate transformation of our society.

• Foundational section placing medical actions in the context of climate and health, and introducing the concept of Planetary Health
• Focus on climate-sensitive health counseling, emphasizing the integration of climate-related topics into daily patient conversations, as well as options for treatment and prevention in practice
• Focus on climate-friendly practice management, with effective levers for reducing CO2 emissions and costs, as well as for resource-efficient handling of materials and processes
• Focus on resilient practice design, providing manageable support to help address the challenges posed by the climate crisis

The practical approach of the book supports a focus on concrete questions in the medical practice with tips and tricks, real-life examples for practical application, and checklists for implementation.