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The Journey of Two Surgeons Through Stroke
A moving memoir of resilience, recovery, and hope from two surgeons’ lived experience. Discover the unexpected challenges and the strength found in the journey.
"A Surgeon’s Journey through Stroke is a stroke survivor’s memoir through recovery and its expected and unexpected challenges."
In this powerful memoir, two surgeons navigate the complexities of the medical world from the other side of the operating table. It is a story of vulnerability, the limits of medicine, and the enduring power of the human spirit.
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"This is a heartwarming yet tearful read. Each doctor recounts their own journey on this rollercoaster ride of recovery. It pulls at your heart & makes you smile!"
"Poignant and heartfelt memoir penned by two remarkable physicians, chronicling their personal passage through the world of love, loss, and recovery."
"Baring their souls with raw honesty and vulnerability. They demonstrate unwavering courage and determination as they navigate the uncharted territory of caregiving."
"A testament to the strength of the human spirit, the power of love, and the boundless possibilities of healing."
"This is an inspiring story of recovery and growth. It gives insight to the struggles and stressors someone who has had a stroke may be facing."
"Exceptionally well written and presented."
Meet The Authors
Dr. Siva Murugappan
Surgeon, Stroke survivor, Co-authorDr. Siva Murugappan is a general surgeon and the husband of Dr. Prema Samy, an ear, nose and throat surgeon. He is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and the Ontario Medical Association. His journey from the operating room to the rehabilitation center gave him a profound new understanding of the patient experience.A surgeon and stroke survivor whose journey highlights both resilience and the deeply human side of healing.
Dr. Prema Samy
Co-authorDr. Prema Samy is an Otolaryngologist and Head and Neck Surgeon dedicated to treating conditions of the ear, nose and throat. Her life took a deeply personal turn when her husband, Dr. Siva Murugappan, suffered a stroke six years ago. In that moment, she stepped into a new role, not only as a surgeon but as a caregiver learning to navigate uncertainty and emotional weight.Dr. Samy believes in blending medical knowledge with human experience. Through her work as a surgeon and as a co-author, she hopes to inspire others to recognize their own strength and to find meaning in the moments that reshape their lives.
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