Adam Kay
What’s inside
Adam Kay’s ‘This is Going to Hurt’ reveals the pressures and joys of working as a junior doctor in the NHS. It’s a compilation of diary entries blending humor and tragedy.
You’ll Learn
- Insight into the daily life of a junior doctor
- Appreciation for the challenges faced by medical staff
- Understanding of the NHS’s workings
- A mix of humor and somber realities in medicine
Key Points
- The grueling reality of medical training
- The impact of long hours on personal life
- Humorous patient encounters
- Emotional toll of life-and-death decisions
- Systemic challenges within the NHS
- The personal cost of a medical career
- Reflections on leaving the profession
Who’s it For
- Medical professionals
- Aspiring doctors
- Fans of medical memoirs
- Readers interested in healthcare systems
About the author
Adam Kay is a former doctor turned comedian and author, known for his honest and humorous take on his medical career.