Another Day in the Frontal Lobe: A brain surgeon exposes life on the inside
Katrina S. Firlik

Description

Written in a very witty style, this book gives us a unique insider's memoir into the fascinating profession of the neurosurgeon, for which you need a strong stomach, a good deal of dexterity and a lot of confidence - "they're the kids who never lost at musical chairs". Taking in her background and path to all things cerebral, a "day at the office" and the ethics and dilemmas of the profession. There are some highly entertaining accounts of certain cases you really hope never ever ever happen to you, such as the particularly nasty incident of the nail-gun through the head. Not to mention a glimpse into future techniques like the "brain-lift"(?!)

Paperback - Phoenix - 2007

Price: £8.99

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