This is Going to Hurt
Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor
(Author) Adam KayAs soon as Adam Kay set foot on a hospital ward for the first time, he realised there's quite a lot they don't teach you at medical school ... His diaries from the NHS front line - scribbled in secret after long nights, endless days and missed weekends - are hilarious, horrifying and heartbreaking by turns. This Is Going to Hurt is everything you wanted to know about being a junior doctor, and more than a few things you really didn't. And yes, it may leave a scar.
Adam Kay
Adam Kay is a British writer, comedian, and former doctor known for his bestselling memoir "This is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor." The book offers a candid and humorous look at the challenges and absurdities of working in the National Health Service. Kay's writing style is witty, engaging, and deeply personal, drawing readers into the world of healthcare with empathy and humor. His work has had a significant impact on the medical memoir genre, shedding light on the realities of frontline healthcare workers and sparking important conversations about the state of healthcare systems.
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