Doctor on call

One moment, an ambulance brings in a lawyer with chest pain; the next, a woman who has had a stroke, a frightened hypochondriac, an alcoholic with delirium tremens, a drugged homeless person, or a young man with severe pneumonia. Social status doesn't matter here – it's all about time, an accurate diagnosis, and a bit of luck. Internist Jan Richter describes what happens in moments when lives are on the line. His stories from medical practice are raw, insightful, moving, and sometimes amusing. The book is divided into short chapters, making it an easy read even for those with little time.