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Hot Lights, Cold Steel

Life, Death and Sleepless Nights in a Surgeon's First Years

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Hot Lights, Cold Steel

By: Michael J. Collins MD
Narrated by: John Pruden
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Summary

When Michael Collins decided to become a surgeon, he was totally unprepared for the chaotic life of a resident at a major hospital. A natural overachiever, Collins' success in college and medical school led to a surgical residency at one of the most respected medical centers in the world, the famed Mayo Clinic. But compared to his fellow residents, Collins felt inadequate and unprepared. All too soon the euphoria of beginning his career as an orthopedic resident gave way to the feeling he was a counterfeit, an imposter who had infiltrated a society of brilliant surgeons.

This story of Collins' four-year surgical residency traces his rise from an eager but clueless first-year resident to accomplished chief resident in his final year. With unparalleled humor he recounts the disparity between people's perceptions of a doctor's glamorous life and the real thing: a succession of run-down cars that are towed to the junkyard, long weekends moonlighting at rural hospitals, a family that grows larger every year, and a laughable income.

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Humours, educational - great to listen to
Thoroughly enjoyed. A story of journey through years of being a surgical resident. Very interesting.

A truly great listen

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Loved this book, his Irish humour is brilliant and he's very honest throughout. Gives great insight into this world. Like others have said, I wish he had written about the next chapters of his life.
Excellent read.

Absolutely hilarious and insightful. Very honest

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Loved this audiobook. Funny, thought provoking, at times harrowing, never a dull moment. The book shows just how hard Doctors work to achieve their dreams

Highly Recommended

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...given the choice, I know who my surgeon would be!! Look forward to reading more as the years passed...hint hint.....excellent eye opener....

Brilliant read....

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Eye opening insight into the life of a resident surgeon in training. Mixed with personal stories and humour. Well written. Made me cry a few times - some tragic and poignant situations. Would recommend. Well worth a listen.

Great mix of humour and life's challenges

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