Something for the Pain

Name: Something for the Pain
Brand: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
SKU: 9780393337792
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Compassion and Burnout in the ER

By Paul Austin

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Something for the Pain by Paul Austin offers a raw and insightful glimpse into the life of an emergency room doctor. The memoir delves into the intense and often chaotic world of emergency medicine, providing a candid look at the challenges and emotional toll faced by healthcare professionals. Through Austin's personal experiences, readers gain an understanding of the dedication and resilience required in the medical field.
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You might enjoy this memoir if you're interested in the gritty, behind-the-scenes world of emergency medicine. The author shares his experiences with raw honesty and intriguing insights, offering a compelling look at both the challenges and rewards of working as an ER doctor. If you appreciate stories about perseverance and the human condition, this book may resonate with you.

"A stunning account of the chaos of the emergency room." —Boston Globe

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In this eye-opening account of life in the ER, Paul Austin recalls how the daily grind of long, erratic shifts and endless hordes of patients with sad stories sent him down a path of bitterness and cynicism.

Gritty, powerful, and ultimately redemptive, Something for the Pain is a revealing glimpse into the fragility of compassion and sanity in the industrial setting of today's hospitals.

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Something for the Pain receives high praise as a gripping and emotional memoir. Reviewers commend Austin's compelling depiction of life as an ER doctor, highlighting both the high-stakes drama and the personal challenges faced by medical professionals. The vivid storytelling and engaging narrative make it a captivating read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780393337792

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 August 2009

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 236g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Paul Austin, an emergency-room doctor, is the author of two memoirs: Something for the Pain and Beautiful Eyes. His essays have appeared in Creative Nonfiction, the Southeast Review, and the Gettysburg Review. He lives in Durham, North Carolina.