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The Making of a Surgeon

by William A. Nolen

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Through a description of his own training, the author gives a picture of how surgeons work, think and feel. he reveals how surgeons make mistakes and tells what they do, about them, and also explains what the practical value of research really is and what makes a great surgeon.

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William A. Nolen

12 Works 347 Members

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YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults (Selection – 1971)

New York Times bestseller (General – 1971)

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Original publication date: 1968

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Genres: Biography & Memoir, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 617.0924 — Applied Science & Technology Medicine & health Medical Treatment, Surgery, Teeth, Eyes Biography; History By Place Biography
LCC: R154 .N68 .A3 — Medicine Medicine (General) History of medicine. Medical expeditions
BISAC: BIO BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY Medical (incl. Patients)

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Popularity: 188,663
Reviews: 1
Rating: (3.85)

Languages: English, Polish
Media: Paper
ISBNs: 10
ASINs: 4

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Published: 1968
Genres: Biography & Memoir, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 617.0924
LCC: R154 .N68 .A3

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William A. Nolen

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