A LUXURY CALLED HEALTH A DOCTOR’S JOURNEY THROUGH THE ART Paperback

"A LUXURY CALLED HEALTH: A Doctor's Journey Through the Art, the Science and the Trickery of Medicine" by Kavery Nambisan is a poignant and illuminating memoir that offers an unflinching look at the medical profession, particularly in the context of rural and small-town India, over four decades. Drawing on her extensive experience as a surgeon, Nambisan shares compelling patient stories that reveal the miracles and tragedies of life, the compassion and cruelties inherent in humanity, and the stark disparities in healthcare access. Beyond the individual narratives, the book thoughtfully examines the evolution of medical practice, critiques the state of public health in India, and weaves in personal reflections on her own journey, including learning from mentors and coping with the loss of her husband, the poet Vijay Nambisan. This engaging and deeply felt account provides a rare, honest glimpse beneath the "white coat," exposing the sincerity, deception, valor, and cowardice within the medical world.