Born To Heal: A Biography

By Analea McGarey

Many know Gladys Taylor McGarey, M.D., M.D.(H), as the "mother of holistic medicine" because of her pioneering work in holistic medicine and natural birthing. Patients, friends and acquaintances alike call her Dr. Gladys, but Analea McGarey just calls her Mom. This moving biography, written by Analea, tells the fascinating and often humorous story of Gladys' life. 

The story of Gladys Taylor McGarey is one of beauty, fun, imagination, passion and courage. It is inspirational without being daunting. It is hopeful and affectionate without being sentimental. In other words, it is the real story of a real person. It beautifully reveals the potent union of ordinary and extraordinary in this particular life and in the greater world.