Bøger af Peter McDonald

"A Doctor's Aim: Memoir of a London Surgeon" by Peter McDonald offers a riveting exploration into the life of a seasoned surgeon, chronicling fifty years of dedication to medicine and surgery within the UK's renowned National Health Service. This compelling memoir delivers an unfiltered glimpse into the highs and lows of hospital life, the triumphs and tribulations of medical practice, and the intricate world of surgical innovation and patient care.Peter McDonald, a respected British surgeon, recounts his extraordinary career with a blend of wit, candor, and profound insight. From the adrenaline-pumping moments of the operating room to the often frustrating and bureaucratic challenges posed by the administrative system, McDonald's narrative is both engaging and enlightening. His global travels in the field of surgery, his interactions with patients displaying incredible bravery, and his observations of the systemic inefficiencies within the NHS are presented with a rare blend of humor and critical perspective.In the words of readers: "A fascinating, candid account of a lifetime in surgery. McDonald's ability to blend humor with deep insight makes this memoir not just a chronicle of medical practice but an engaging read for anyone interested in the realities of healthcare." - Amazon Reviewer"McDonald's experiences are both educational and entertaining. His anecdotes from the operating room are riveting, and his reflections on the NHS's administrative challenges are both eye-opening and refreshingly honest." - Amazon Reviewer"This book is a masterclass in storytelling. McDonald offers a rare look into the life of a surgeon with authenticity and depth, making it a must-read for anyone interested in medicine, surgery, or the inner workings of the NHS." - Amazon Reviewer"A Doctor's Aim" stands out for its ability to capture the essence of a surgeon's life with authenticity and humor, offering readers an inside look at the medical profession. Whether you are a medical professional, a student of surgery, or simply someone intrigued by the complexities of the healthcare system, this memoir will provide you with both inspiration and a deeper understanding of the world of surgery.Embark on a journey through the operating rooms and beyond with Peter McDonald as he shares his life's work, the stories of his patients, and his honest reflections on the state of modern medicine. This book promises to be both enlightening and entertaining, making it an indispensable addition to the literature on medicine and healthcare.

The poems in One Little Room enter and explore confined spaces in history and personal memory.

Unless you were in deep cryogenic sleep or were abducted by aliens and just came back to civilization; you probably noticed that everyone around you is playing the new smartphone game: Pokémon GO! It's currently the most popular game out there and the hottest topic in social media and blogs. Every 90's kid either used to watch Pokémon the animated series back in the day or have at least once encountered this franchise. In those early days, collecting Pokémon trading cards and playing with them with your cousins, neighbors or friends were one of the best ways to have fun! Pokémon abbreviated from the Japanese title 'pocket monsters' first came into this world via Nintendo. Pokémon was a video game for the original 'Game boy' and later, it was expanded for Nintendo 64 and many home console games. It was an instant hit and reached more than 200 million copies worldwide. Two years later in 1997, the animated series were developed by The Pokémon Company International and the rest is history. A whole generation of kids in 90s and 2000s were brought up by this franchise. Pikachu and Ash were one of most favorite and popular characters in animated cartoon's history ever. The adventures of Ash, Misty, and Brock with the humor of Team Rocket spanned in over 900 episodes of animated TV shows and 19 animated movies. Pokémon anime show is said to be one of the most successful TV franchise ever and one of the longest running animated TV shows out there. There are only two animated T shows in the world which are running longer than Pokémon, The Simpsons, and Arthur. It is more popular than SpongeBob Squarepants! So it is not a wonder that when augmented reality game developer company Niantic partnered with The Pokémon Company and Nintendo and eventually came up with Pokémon GO!, it smashed all-time records of the most downloaded app ever in both iOS and Android defeating the previous record held by Candy Crush Saga.

In this multi-volume edition, the poetry of W.B. Yeats is presented in full, with newly-established texts and detailed commentary. In this volume, Yeats¿s poetry of the first decade on the twentieth century is brought into sharp focus, revealing the extent of his efforts to re-fashion a style that had already made him a well-known poet.

This seventh collection from Peter McDonald is a book of poems where fortune itself, which sets the terms for a life, becomes a lyrical music.

Helps to improve your use of tire imprint evidence. This title discusses methods for examining, capturing, and recording imprints, outlines standard procedures for identification, shows how to prepare expert testimony, and provides technical information helpful in identifying imprints.

Rich in data and demographic method, this is the first attempt to explain the dramatic fall in the birth rate in Iran following the Islamic revolution of 1980. All the relevant demographic data are used along with two major surveys conducted by the authors.

Handbook to accompany the students'' anthology of prose and verse extracts with questions, glossaries and end vocabulary to provide motivation and well-supported resource for the Prose and Literature OCR examinations.