Opening Up: The Making of a Surgeon
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In Opening Up: The Making of a Surgeon, David Clarke recounts the remarkable journey of a war widow's only child in bombed-out Hull as he embarks on a distinguished career in surgery.
Experience his formative years, including winning a public school scholarship and his medical and surgical training in Newcastle upon Tyne and the USA. Join him on his professional journey, where he shares fascinating anecdotes about the colourful and distinguished characters he meets along the way.
Delve into his digressions on surgical history and marvel at the progress made during a single professional lifetime.
Opening Up: The Making of a Surgeon is a snapshot of a golden era of Britain's National Health Service, a treasure trove of medical detail and a tribute to some of the figures who shaped modern medicine.
With heartwarming stories and vivid descriptions, this compelling memoir offers a unique glimpse into the world of medicine and surgery.
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