Renowned neuroradiologist Dr. Kieran Murphy tells the story of medical invention, from the development of anesthesia and safe surgery, through to the advent of vaccines against smallpox, polio, and COVID-19, that have changed the very foundation of patient care. Dr. Murphy captures the mind of the inventor - their turmoil, their persistence, their rejection by their peers - and how a small percentage are eventually recognized. Dr. Murphy celebrates the creative energy of courageous men and women who changed the world through medical science.
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