Rana Awdish – Life beyond “In Shock”
Dr. Rana Awdish shared her harrowing journey from doctor to critically ill patient, in her 2018 memoir, “In Shock.” This episode explores what has happened since then.
In 2008, Dr. Rana Awdish went from doctor to patient in the blink of an eye, and barely survived to tell the story. Her book, “In Shock,” is likely the most influential medical memoir of our time. Dr. Awdish’s voice is powerful, calling for change in how we care for patients and how we train those who deliver care. This podcast explores how Rana is doing today; years after her story was released.
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