Opening Up: The Making of a Surgeon

The remarkable journey of a war widow’s only child in bombed-out Hull as he embarks on a distinguished career in surgery.

Experience David Clarke’s formative years, including winning a public school scholarship and his medical and surgical training in Newcastle upon Tyne. Join him on his professional journey, where he shares fascinating anecdotes about the colourful and distinguished characters he meets along the way.

Delve into his digressions on surgical history and marvel at the progress made during a single professional lifetime.

Opening Up: The Making of a Surgeon is a snapshot of a golden era of Britain’s National Health Service, a treasure trove of medical detail and a tribute to figures who shaped modern medicine. 

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