Dr. Mendelssohn was a great influence on my life. I saw him speak at a convention in Chicago in the 80's and read his books: "How to Raise A Healthy Child In Spite of Your Doctor" and "Confessions of a Medical Heretic" which were excellent books. He influenced my doctors who did home births in the Chicago area (I had four). One important thing I remember from him is that he helped me to recognize that fevers are the body's natural defense against illness so I understood that they were a good thing not something to be done away with by using drugs. I used homeopathics, vitamins and herbs but never aspirin and such. I didn't really use a thermometer. He was a brilliant man and was much persecuted by the medical community. I can truly say I loved the group of doctors I had in NE Illinois and am forever grateful for everything I learned from them and the wonderful group of women I was associated with in the 80's...extra special blessings by God. Much thanks and appreciation for this wonderful doctor.

Dr. Mendelssohn was a great influence on my life. I saw him speak at a convention in Chicago in the 80's and read his books: "How to Raise A Healthy Child In Spite of Your Doctor" and "Confessions of a Medical Heretic" which were excllent books. He influenced my doctors who did home births in the Chicago area (I had four). One important thing I remember from him is that he helped me to recognize that fevers are the body's natural defense against illness so I understood that they were a good thing not something to be done away with by using drugs. I used homeopathics, vitamins and herbs but never aspirin and such. I didn't really use a thermometer. He was a brilliant man and was much persecuted by the medical community. I can truly say I loved the group of doctors I had in NE Illinois and am forever grateful for everything I learned from them and the wonderful group of women I was associated with in the 80's...extra special blessings by God. Much thanks and appreciation for this wonderful doctor.