Summary:
The book is a collection of diary entries written by a former junior doctor, chronicling the grueling reality of working on the front lines of the NHS, filled with humor and heartbreak. It provides an unfiltered look at the medical profession, capturing the pressures, challenges, and absurdities doctors face daily.
Key points:
1. Adam Kay exposes the tough reality of being a junior doctor, including intense stress, long hours, and the emotional impact on healthcare workers.
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