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The Boy Who Felt No Pain

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I happened upon this book purely by accident. It was given to me at a 'white elephant' book enchange. I set it aside on my table for a long time and read it today only so I could pass it along at another book exchange tomorrow. This is a Great Book! I'm keeping it!

I am a nursing student. The names of some of these conditions are very familiar to me. During my nursing studies, I memorized these symptoms, treatments, and effects to do well on my exams. Dr. Marion's book, however, has deepened my understanding and broadened my knowledge immeasurably. From now on, when I come across individuals and information related to these conditions, I will be remembering the stories of these children, their families, and the very human physician who cared for them.

This is a great book for anyone who wants to go into the health care field. Its such an easy read, one which you wont want to put down. Each story is a chapter, and he does a great job of not confusing the reader with technical jargon. Great book!

This book walks you through some of the experiences of a pediatric geneticist. Be prepared to "feel" as you read this book, because it will evoke thoughts, feelings and emotions. It makes you realize that for some doctors, thier job is more than a job. For some doctors, thier job is a constant life lesson, and for the rest of us, we can vicariously learn these lessons through the eyes of Dr. Marion.

This book was an assignment for my genetic counseling curriculum. From some of the previous reviews of the book I was expecting it to be one story of the boy who felt no pain, instead it is a collection of stories about several different patients. This book was a bit of a hard read for me since as the book goes on the stories get progressively sadder. And I'm one of those people who starts a book reading voraciously then towards the end starts slumping so the sadder stories at the end made it even harder for me to finish it. But overall the book is a good read and a good addition to the curriculum.

Book was thoroughly enjoyable, especially from a medical professional standpoint. Helps you see the patient's side and the compassion necessary to take care of people.