The Hand on My Scalpel

By David C. Thompson,

Book cover of The Hand on My Scalpel: Humorous & Heartbreaking Stories from a Jungle Operating Room

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This is not just a book about surgery. It is not even just about surgery in a remote jungle station.

It is about God and His unpredictable working in the life and ministry of a missionary kid from Cambodia who ends up as a medical doctor at an isolated hospital…

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1 author picked The Hand on My Scalpel as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

The Hand on my Scalpel was interesting and amusing to read. Dr. Thompson gave a first-hand account of his work in Africa as a surgeon. He is an excellent writer who was able to relate his life and challenges in Africa with vivid clarity and descriptions. I was able to envision each scene as if I were there. 

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