Do No Harm

Do No Harm: Stories of Life, Death, and Brain Surgery by Henry Marsh Summary: What is it like to be a brain surgeon? How does it feel to hold someone’s life in your hands, to cut into the stuff that creates thought, feeling and reason? How do you live with the consequences of performing a potentially lifesaving operation when it all goes wrong? With astonishing compassion and candor, leading neurosurgeon Henry Marsh reveals the fierce joy of operating, the profoundly moving triumphs, the harrowing disasters, the haunting regrets and the moments of black humor that characterize a brain surgeon’s life. Do No Harm provides unforgettable insight into the countless human dramas that take place in a busy modern hospital. Above all, it is a lesson in the need for hope when faced with life’s most difficult decisions. Angie’s comments: A fascinating look into the worries and thoughts of a brain surgeon. Marsh, who seems cocky at times, also worries about his patients and doesn’t forget the mistakes he has made. Marsh is English, so he is operating (literally) in the British medical system. The writing is engaging and reminds me of Oliver Sacks. Recommended for readers of medical non-fiction, especially fans of Oliver Sacks.  Request this item