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In Stitches Kindle Edition
All Tony Youn ever wanted was to fit in. One of two Asian‑American kids in a small midwestern town, he was tall and thin with Coke‑bottle glasses, Hannibal Lecter headgear, a bowl cut, and a protruding jaw that grew even faster than his comic‑book collection. He finally got his chance senior year as he lay strapped in an oral surgeon's chair having his jaw broken and reset--a brutal makeover that led him to his calling.
Egged on by his overachieving Korean father ("Doctor never get fired."), Tony spent the next four years mired in the angst, flubs, triumphs, nonstop studying, intermittent heavy drinking, and sexual frustration of medical school. He entered a shy, skinny nerd with no nerve, no game, and no clue. He left a doctor.
Heartwarming and laugh‑out‑loud funny, In Stitches is a universal coming‑of‑age story about a kid who found the best in himself by bringing out the best in others and finally learned to be comfortable in his own skin.
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherGallery Books
- Publication dateApril 26, 2011
- File size2651 KB
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In Stitches was a finalist in the 2011 Books For A Better Life Awards.
Publisher's Weekly: "Youn's description of his journey from high-school outcast to rock star plastic surgeon is full of fascinating stories and laced with self-deprecating humor in the midst of dark desperation, providing a refreshing insight into medicine."
USA Today: "Laugh out loud"
Detroit Free Press: "Readable, funny, disarming, and heartfelt"
Huffington Post: "In Stitches is a sometimes funny, sometimes painful, sometimes heartwarming recount of Dr. Youn's experiences on the road to becoming a doctor... a Scrubs meets David Sedaris story-line..."
Lansing State Journal: "In Stitches is a fast-paced, mesmerizing autobiography that's laced with dark humor and memorable scenes, including his discovery that a woman he's dating works as a carnival fire-eater."
Kirkus Reviews: "Youn writes amusingly about his expectations... His hospital training experiences are described in humorous detail... [and] the story of his Korean family and his struggle to find his path have great appeal."
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Product details
- ASIN : B0043RSJOU
- Publisher : Gallery Books; 1st edition (April 26, 2011)
- Publication date : April 26, 2011
- Language : English
- File size : 2651 KB
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 290 pages
- Best Sellers Rank: #837,388 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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About the author
Known as America's Holistic Plastic Surgeon™, Dr. Anthony Youn is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Award-Winning Author, and Anti-Aging Expert. He is the most followed plastic surgeon on social media, with over 14 million total followers over TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. He is the author of the best-selling and award-winning memoir IN STITCHES" and its follow-up, "PLAYING GOD: THE EVOLUTION OF A MODERN SURGEON."
He is one of the nation's best-known experts in looking younger with or without surgery. His USA Today and Wall Street Journal best-selling book, "THE AGE FIX: A LEADING PLASTIC SURGEON REVEALS HOW TO LOOK TEN YEARS YOUNGER" has spawned a television special of the same name, which currently airs on public television stations across the country, inspiring millions to make simple dietary changes that can profoundly improve their health and appearance. For the past dozen years he has also shared his tips for holistic plastic surgery on such programs as "The Rachael Ray Show," "The Doctors," "The Doctor Oz Show," and many others. He is a strong advocate for responsible plastic surgery, and recommends using actual surgery as a last resort for patients who want to look and feel younger and better.
His newest book, YOUNGER FOR LIFE: Feel Great, Look Your Best, and Extend Your Lifespan at Any Age, reveals his revolutionary plan for turning back the clock holistically using the principles of AUTOJUVENATION. It will be published January 2, 2024.
Named a "Top Plastic Surgeon" by U.S. News and World Report, Harper's Bazaar, and Town and Country, Dr. Youn is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
For more information, please visit: www.dryoun.com or listen to his podcast "THE HOLISTIC PLASTIC SURGERY SHOW" available on iTunes and Android.
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Customers enjoy the book's humor. They find it humorous, witty, and entertaining. The book appeals to medical students and doctors with a sense of humor.
"...The relationship with his parents, especially his father is so funny and tender" Read more
"...He has a grand sense of humor, and the book is very funny in parts, but he's a dedicated young medical student and has great empathy for his patients..." Read more
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Customers enjoyed the book's insight into medical school life. They found it entertaining and humorous, with interesting stories about medical school. The content captured their attention and had them laughing out loud. Readers appreciated the personal moments and intellectual growth of the author.
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"...Dr. Youn obviously has great empathy and always goes the extra mile for his patients. If I wanted plastic surgery, I'd definitely go see him." Read more
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Customers find the writing style honest, easy to read, and descriptive. They appreciate the author's ability to articulate feelings during high stress and his honesty about his journey. The book is described as light reading that keeps their attention.
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Customers enjoy the author's witty style. They find the book charming and realistic, providing an inside look at what it takes to be a doctor. The book provides a vivid picture of his life, with laugh-out-loud moments.
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- Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2024I’ve read this book several times and it’s always good. It’s a fascinating insight to the world of medical school
Captivating, coming of age story of a Korean boy in his traditional family integrating.
The relationship with his parents, especially his father is so funny and tender
- Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2022Dr. Youn shares his experiences while in medical school, and he leaves nothing out. He has a grand sense of humor, and the book is very funny in parts, but he's a dedicated young medical student and has great empathy for his patients. He's also obviously very intelligent, although he doesn't say that, but it's easy to pick up that information. He talks about everything related to medical school - his classmates, his instructors, his friends, his sometimes suboptimal living conditions, his girlfriend, his classes, and the doctors and nurses with whom he works at the hospital. An excellent portrait of a young med student with great empathy and skill and a wonderful sense of humor. After I read In Stitches, I had to get my hands on his second book, Playing God, which was also an excellent book. I would recommend both these books to anyone interested in medical school, beginning a career in medicine, coping with the immense body of work required, and the entire hospital staff, as well as his patients. Dr. Youn obviously has great empathy and always goes the extra mile for his patients. If I wanted plastic surgery, I'd definitely go see him.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2014Seeing the progression of Anthony from an insecure Asian man, through to the completion of medical school and his evolution to a competent and confident human being, is a warm, enjoyable read. You start rooting for his success. It is a hard book to put down. This is a fascinating look at what goes on in preparing to become a doctor. The thoughts, dreams, sacrifices and extremely hard work involved presented with a light, humorous touch by this very likable young man.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2011Although I had never seen nor heard of Dr. Youn, I purchased "In Stitches - A Memoir" after getting a "look inside" here on Amazon. The content captured my attention and had me laughing out loud, so I just had to order it.
I was about 6 chapters in to another book, a thriller by the fabulous Lisa Gardner when I received In Stitches. I decided to just glance over through Chapter one, to preview what I had waiting for me when I finished my current one. Well, let me tell you, I couldn't put it down. I ended up delaying the other one and reading this one first (which, trust me, with my sometimes scattered attention span, is not something I generally do).
Dr. Youn is a funny, direct writer who really takes you to his "into" his life growing up in a strict Korean family. I could envision each and every paragraph playing out in my mind. Halfway through reading it, I felt as if I knew his parents, his best friends at Medical School, and all the people he encountered - personally. His style is so witty and charming and he's such a sweetie you can't help but love him and root for him. I can't for the life of me understand why he couldn't land a date.
After I finished the book, I went to Dr. Youn's website and saw some of his work. He has turned into a very skilled surgeon who is highly respected among his peers. I know if I needed a cosmetic procedure, I would definitely book a consultation.
That being said, is there a Sequel in the works? I'd love to go beyond Medical School, to hear more about he and Amy and how they started their lives together, how he built his medical practice, etc, etc.
In the meantime, check out "In Stitches". It's a quick, light hearted read that should leave you feeling better for having read it.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2015I'd been watching for a price drop in this book for a while, and snatched it up when it dropped (probably because he's coming out with a new book). I like medical memoirs, particularly those with plenty of case histories. This one was a little disappointing in that respect, but I enjoyed it so much. I liked getting a glimpse into what it can be like to grow up Korean in America, what it's like to be a young man who can't get a date, and what it's like going to medical school and how important friends can be.
While this was an easy read, it was also a memorable one. There were patients you won't forget, insights that were moving, and it was often very funny. Once I actually had to get up and walk around the room, I was laughing so hard. That doesn't happen to me very often. I recommended this to my husband who is also enjoying it, and also to my book group. There are lots of things to discuss in this happy book.
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- Big FanReviewed in Canada on October 29, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Really enjoyable read
I got my training as a RN in a large teaching hospital in the early sixties. As tiring as it was for me I realized the medical interns had it worse. Watching them for 3 long yrs I can really relate to this book. It is a good read and I may reread when I feel the need for a sentimental journey
- Bear BaitReviewed in the United Kingdom on June 2, 2014
4.0 out of 5 stars Funny, would like to read In Stitches II
Come on Dr Youn, lets have In Stitches II. I would like to read about how you finished medical school, your intern years, your own practise, having a family....
Such a funny book. Dr Youn comes across as so endearing, you really care about him as the book goes on. Well done to him.
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José Andrés López de FezReviewed in Spain on August 15, 2013
1.0 out of 5 stars Un timo
Esperaba que el autor reflejara experiencias del ejercicio de su especialidad médica, pero libro se reduce a un conjunto de experiencias de su época de estudiante, y además de tipo personal y no profesional. Da la impresión de que la profesión y especialidad del autor se utiliza más como reclamo publicitario que otra cosa.
- YoaaReviewed in Canada on August 24, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Right there with him
I lived his story with him. I related to a lot of the struggles he faced during his med school years. I really enjoyed the book and I read it in just a few days. Recommend!
- VSReviewed in the United Kingdom on August 7, 2013
4.0 out of 5 stars Makes a great gift for any Med Students.
Made a great gift for a med student. My friend absolutely loved it, finished it in a few days.
Told its primarily a light hearted/comic take on writers romantic failures and succesess at med school, with a few insights into his struggles as a med student.
Delivery was timely and packaging was good.