The Hand on My Scalpel

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?

Joan Deneve

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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.

From Joan's list on the wonders of life and mission work in Africa.