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Exploring the journey of a surgeon, this book delves into the rigorous training and experiences that shape a novice into a skilled practitioner. It examines the challenges faced during this transformation, highlighting the blend of precision, courage, and finesse required in the operating room. Through personal anecdotes and insights, readers gain a deeper understanding of the dedication and resilience necessary to master the art of surgery.

Drawing on four decades of firsthand experience in the NHS, Peter Sykes offers an unfiltered look at the complexities of healthcare. He shares real-life stories that highlight both the successes and failures within the system, providing a candid exploration of the challenges faced by medical professionals. Through his insights, readers gain a deeper understanding of the realities of medical practice and the impact of systemic issues on patient care.

The emotional turmoil in Paul and Kate's professional and personal lives intensifies as they navigate their roles as a doctor and nurse on a surgical ward. Tragedy strikes when Kate suffers the loss of her baby, compounded by Paul's inexperience leading to fatal outcomes. This series of events creates a cloud of doubt and despair, putting their marriage at risk as they struggle to cope with their grief and the pressures of their demanding careers.

What really goes on 'behind the screens' of a busy hospital ward? The heroes of the novel are Paul Lambert and his girl friend Kate Meredith. Paul, a quiet and introspective young doctor, tells the real-life tales of some of his patients, at a time forty years ago when care and compassion ruled supreme. Kate is a nurse who learns more about patient care when she is admitted as a patient to her own ward than she does from all her nursing tutors and text books! Some stories are humorous, some sad, others poignant, but all are very 'human'. There is the tale of the wife who becomes pregnant two years after her husband s vasectomy, the milkman s tattoo that was mischievously altered whilst he was anaesthetised and the case of the elderly spinster who brought her pregnant cat to the emergency department! These stories explore many facets of hospital life; the sense of care that existed within healthcare at this time, the anxiety experienced when treating a fellow human being, the pain felt when patient outcomes are unfavourable and the chronic tiredness resulting from long hours on duty, It becomes clear that humour and compassion make wonderful medicine. From the author of The First Cut

Suitable for teachers of secondary mathematics, this title shows how active learning and introducing an element of surprise can bring mathematics alive. It features chapters on Functional Mathematics, how to make best use of assessment, and teacher and curriculum development.

The story follows Paul Lambert, an introspective young man who finds himself unexpectedly navigating the challenges of a bustling surgical unit. As he grapples with the demands of this high-pressure environment, readers witness his struggle to adapt and grow amidst the chaos and intensity of hospital life.