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Friday, May 1, 2015
The Real Doctor Will See You Shortly: A Physician's First Year by Matt McCarthy is a first hand account of the author's first year practicing medicine. While McCarthy does share experiences with patients, the majority of this book is about what was going through McCarthy's mind as he transitioned from a scared "doctor" in need of constant supervision, to a "real" doctor capable of handling any situation thrown at him.
McCarthy's honesty about the uncertainty and terror when he first started practicing medicine is refreshing. It also reminds me how human doctors are. As a patient, one wants to feel confidence in their doctor, yet somehow connected, or at least understood. Some doctors are so unapproachable, it can make for an uncomfortable visit. McCarthy details the struggle of finding that balance of investing in patients without getting sucked in and devoured by them.
Anyone interested in the medical field will appreciate this book. Those seeking to better understand the crucible that is the intern year will find this enlightening. Overall, The Real Doctor Will See You Shortly is an enjoyable peek into a world few people experience for themselves, but everyone benefits from.
Blogging for Books provided this book to me for free in exchange for an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255
McCarthy's honesty about the uncertainty and terror when he first started practicing medicine is refreshing. It also reminds me how human doctors are. As a patient, one wants to feel confidence in their doctor, yet somehow connected, or at least understood. Some doctors are so unapproachable, it can make for an uncomfortable visit. McCarthy details the struggle of finding that balance of investing in patients without getting sucked in and devoured by them.
Anyone interested in the medical field will appreciate this book. Those seeking to better understand the crucible that is the intern year will find this enlightening. Overall, The Real Doctor Will See You Shortly is an enjoyable peek into a world few people experience for themselves, but everyone benefits from.
Blogging for Books provided this book to me for free in exchange for an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255
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