This is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor
Adam Kay
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20 MINS
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Society & Culture Biography & Memoir
Ever wondered what life is like behind the scenes in the NHS?
How do doctors navigate through the grueling hours, low pay, and intense pressures of saving lives?
Can a profession driven by a calling and not monetary gain truly be rewarding?
Dive into the world of a senior house officer and discover the stark realities, heartwarming victories, dark humor, and immense challenges that come with the medical profession.
Ever wondered what life is like behind the scenes in the NHS?
How do doctors navigate through the grueling hours, low pay, and intense pressures of saving lives?
Can a profession driven by a calling and not monetary gain truly be rewarding?
Dive into the world of a senior house officer and discover the stark realities, heartwarming victories, dark humor, and immense challenges that come with the medical profession.
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#1
Is Choosing a Career in Medicine a Lifelong Commitment or a Risky Gamble?
01 Jan 1970
02:21
02:21
#2
Doctor Diaries: From Rookie Mistakes to Life-Saving Moments
01 Jan 1970
03:05
03:05
#3
Can Junior Doctors Survive the Chaos of NHS Deaneries and Black Wednesday?
01 Jan 1970
02:34
02:34
#4
Inside the NHS: A Doctor's Tale of Struggles, Sacrifices, and Unseen Heroes
01 Jan 1970
03:21
03:21
#5
Is Life as an NHS Doctor Like Being Google in a Chaos-Filled Labor Ward?
01 Jan 1970
02:25
02:25
#6
Navigating Medicine: From Legal Battles to Heartfelt Deliveries
01 Jan 1970
01:39
01:39
#7
Is the NHS Crisis Pushing Doctors to Swap Stethoscopes for Stand-Up Comedy?
01 Jan 1970
02:47
02:47
#8
Final Recap
01 Jan 1970
02:04
02:04
About Author
Adam Kay is a British author, comedian, and former doctor, best known for his bestselling book "This is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor." The book is a candid and often humorous account of his experiences working in the NHS, highlighting the challenges and pressures faced by medical professionals. Kay's work has received critical acclaim and has been adapted into a television series.
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