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Confessions of a GP [Kindle Edition]

Benjamin Daniels (Author)
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‘An original book written by a real GP, which will make you laugh out loud and ponder over serious matters, all at the same time. Hilarious and touching.’
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THE UK’S BESTSELLING EBOOK OF 2011.

Benjamin Daniels is angry. He is frustrated, confused, baffled and, quite frequently, very funny. He is also a GP. These are his confessions.

A woman troubled by pornographic dreams about Tom Jones. An 80-year-old man who can't remember why he's come to see the doctor. A woman with a common cold demanding (but not receiving) antibiotics. A man with a sore knee. A young woman who has been trying to conceive for a while but now finds herself pregnant and isn't sure she wants to go through with it. A 7-year-old boy with 'tummy aches' that don't really exist.

These are his patients.

Confessions of a GP is a witty insight into the life of a family doctor. Funny and moving in equal measure it will change the way you look at your GP next time you pop in with the sniffles.

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146 of 157 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book 1 Jan 2011
By Rebecca
Format:Kindle Edition
Having just finished this book I knew I had to come on here and review it. I thoroughly enjoyed Dr Daniels stories about his patients. There were parts of this book that made me laugh out loud, particuarly the chapters 'Maintaining Interest' and 'Dead People' The chapters are all rather short which makes this a great book for dipping in to or reading for longer periods. Mostly Dr Daniels tells you about his wide range of patients and but there are also some really insightful chapters which are quite thought provoking and open your eyes to some of the things GPs have to endure. It is also sad in places too. All in all a great book and an amazingly cheap price. I'd definitely recommend this book.
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24 of 26 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars So true of life in a GP Surgery 3 Aug 2011
By Pogo
Format:Kindle Edition
I was drawn to this book to see if it truly reflects life working in a GP Surgery & having worked for a surgery for 14 years I can honestly say it does! The author/GP wrote well of his experiences & battles he faces daily. Same as the GPs I worked for he has a sense of humour (so necessary) & yet empathy & compassion where needed. It was refreshing to read the human reaction of his visit to the obese patient (stomach churning) & being unable to clean up after the patient & needing the district nurse to pick up the peices....a recognised unsung hero of the nhs!
This book should be available in surgery waiting rooms......!
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88 of 98 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant 3 Sep 2010
By I LOVE BOOKS
Format:Paperback
An original book written by a real GP, which will make you laugh out loud and ponder over serious matters, all at the same time. Hilarious and touching. It is divided into easy-to-read chapters and the author's sense of humour, combined with his love for his job make this book a page-turner.

It is a pity that "Dr. Daniels" cannot reveal his true identity for obvious reasons (and thus he will probably not be able to enjoy `ad personam' the success I hope his book will generate), still, well done for having produced such a delightful read. It was refreshing to read about a GP's personal opinion toward certain issues, I am sure it must have been awkward to put some of them in writing -but liberating too I guess!-.

The overall gist was, in my opinion, that GPs, like all human beings, have their feelings and limits, too. And a lot of bureaucracy to deal with. "Dr. Daniels" is no different. Still, his compassion, humanity and dedication to his job are clearly showing through the pages. He will always deal with his patients to the best of his abilities. And his sense of humour is just brilliant. As the saying goes "A laugh a day keeps the doctor away"... You need no prescription, so read this book and give your GP a rest (for a 10 mins slot, at least). Enjoy!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Confessions of a GP
Very amusing and well written. Enjoyed it immensely. Can so imagine all of the scenario's described! Would be happy to read another.
Published 2 days ago by Pauline Murray
1.0 out of 5 stars confessions of a GP
Having read the reviews on this book I thought it would be an entertaining read. How wrong I was! At best its toilet paper, at worst its the rantings of a somewhat arrogant... Read more
Published 2 days ago by leesaj1970
2.0 out of 5 stars not to my taste
I can only give this book a possibly over generous two star rating as I found it repetitive. The writing style was off-putting and was reminiscent of students' rushed and slightly... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Crescent
4.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable
I finished this book very quickly and wished I had not, because I enjoyed it so much. Recommended it to several friends . Has he written anything else? Read more
Published 2 days ago by L. Erickson
5.0 out of 5 stars HAHAHAHA
Really good. I like how it is short stories therefore if you dont't read it for a while you dont feel like you have forgotten the story. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Dawn-Louise Samuel
5.0 out of 5 stars Confessions of a GP
Enjoyable read. Good mix of humour and reality. Gave a good over view of general practice, the NAH and human natures diversity.
Published 3 days ago by jennie
4.0 out of 5 stars Easy read
Enjoyable and easy read as in bite size chapters to pick up. A Dr who is human with humility who sounds like you'd like him as your GP!
Published 4 days ago by Denise
3.0 out of 5 stars SOUNDS TRUE
A very enlightening book it really does seem very true , if you have had dealings with a doctor then you will find this to be quite true.
Published 4 days ago by the good old boy.
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny As !!!
Bought this book as I work in a GP practice, and can relate to some of the extremely bizarre situations happened upon on a regular basis. Read more
Published 4 days ago by sarah woodcock
5.0 out of 5 stars An eye opener.
Everyone should read this book! I had no idea how much a GP did and goes through until now. You've got to admire his honesty!
Published 5 days ago by Warty83
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