Do No Harm: Stories of Life, Death, and Brain Surgery

Neurosurgery has been my favorite specialty since I delved into the world of medicine. I was initially fascinated by how neurons functioned, astonished at the idea that chemistry and physics were influencing our thoughts. All of this led me to appreciate the incredible complexity of life (There is even an excerpt from the book that discusses this).

This book sustains my admiration for our most remarkable system. Each chapter explores either a past injury or a potential one. Mr. Marsh's thoughtfulness, coupled with the realistic portrayal of challenges, enhances the credibility of the narrative. It demonstrates how to apply effective medical practices on a daily basis, taking into account the desires of the patient and making decisions based on the best available evidence. The inclusion of disease and condition titles with etymology in each chapter heightened my expectations.

If you have the opportunity to listen to the audiobook, I highly recommend it. Jim Barcly's British accent adds an extra layer of authenticity to the narrative.