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“…a must-read diagnosis of the problem of substance abuse in medicine and an instant classic of addiction literature.” –Kirkus Starred Review
“Unflinching lessons from a doctor’s addiction, recovery, and efforts to help others.” –Booklife by Publishers Weekly, Editor’s Pick
When we tell our stories, we connect. We recover. We heal.
Dr. I. Michael Kaufmann knows that stigma and shame kill as surely as a lethal overdose. He also knows firsthand that sharing honest stories about addiction and recovery is the most powerful way to reach anyone struggling with such issues break through to long-term wellness.
In Drugs, Lies & Docs, Dr. Kaufmann takes an empathetic look at addiction and recovery both inside and outside the medical profession. Drawing from his distinguished career, he explores addiction and recovery in the twenty-first century while, at the same time, his deeply personal narrative shines a spotlight on health professionals’ often hidden struggles.
Authentic, compassionate, raw, and real, Drugs, Lies & Docs addresses addiction with dignity. It offers hope. With a commitment to education and a heartfelt call to action, Dr. Kaufmann’s memoir champions recovery and the enduring humanity required to sustain it in the high-stakes world of medical practice.
Author: I. Michael Kaufmann
Publisher: Life to Paper Publishing
Published: 10/1/2024
Pages: 384
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.24 lbs
Size: 9″ H x 6″ L x 0.85″ W
ISBN: 9781990700569
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