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In Shock: My Journey from Death to Recovery and the Redemptive Power of Hope Hardcover October 24, 2017
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Awdish's story is grueling: a catastrophic miscarriage, multiple organ failure, the uncertainty that accompanies a sudden medical crisis. In Shock searches for a glimmer of hope in life’s darkest moments, and finds it.
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What Stands Out
Personal Journey
Offers an intimate portrayal of a real-life struggle, showcasing resilience and the human spirit's capacity to overcome adversity, which can inspire readers facing their own challenges.
Redemptive Message
Highlights the transformative power of hope, providing uplifting insights that resonate with anyone seeking positivity and motivation in difficult times.
Practical Insights
Equips readers with valuable strategies for recovery and self-empowerment, making it not just a memoir but also a guide for personal development and healing.
Product Details
| Publisher | St. Martin's Press |
| Publication date | October 24, 2017 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 272 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1250119219 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1250119216 |
| Item Weight | 11.2 ounces (317.52 grams) |
| Dimensions | 5.85 x 1.03 x 8.61 inches (14.9 x 2.6 x 21.9 cm) |
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Trauma Survivors
Individuals who have experienced trauma may find inspiration in the author's recovery journey and message of hope.
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Healthcare Professionals
Medical practitioners can gain insights into patient experiences with trauma and recovery, enhancing empathy in treatment.
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Support Groups
People involved in recovery or support groups can use this book as a resource to facilitate discussions on resilience.
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Skeptics of Memoirs
Readers who dislike memoirs may not relate to the personal storytelling and emotional depth of this book.
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In Shock: My Journey from Death to Recovery and the Redemptive Power of Hope Hardcover October 24, 2017
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Answer: In Shock is a gut-wrenching memoir of a critical care physician and patient, who recounts her ordeal as a doctor-turned-patient and the many changes in her perspective and practice of medicine. -
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Answer: The author calls for a new medical pedagogy that focuses on humanity and encourages better understanding of each other to reinvigorate the human connection of healthcare. -
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Answer: In Shock is an ideal text for courses in narrative medicine and mandatory reading for everyone in healthcare. It is also recommended for those who want to read a compelling story of hope and resilience.
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This book, written by an ICU doctor, details the author's personal journey of becoming critically ill while pregnant with her first child. After experiencing disrespectful medical slang during her stay in the ICU, the author reflects on her own use of derogatory terms while around unConscious patients. She becomes a better physician after her illness and no longer uses derogatory medical slang terms around her patients. This book has received high praise for its insight into patient and physician experiences, and many medical professionals have recommended it.
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- Provides an enlightening perspective on both patient and physician experiences in the medical field
- Offers insight into how healthcare providers communicate and collaborate with patients in their care
- Received high praise from medical professionals who recommend it to others in the field
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- One reader felt that the author complained about her doctors and had a negative tone throughout the book.
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- Gut-wrenching memoir of a critical care physician and patient
- Calls for a new medical pedagogy that focuses on humanity
- Describes the disconnect between patient needs and communication within healthcare system
- Encourages better understanding of each other to reinvigorate human connection at the heart of healthcare
- Ideal text for courses in narrative medicine
- Compelling story of hope and resilience
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