Playing the Ponies and Other Medical Mysteries Solved

Brookline Booksmith welcomes DR STUART MUSHLIN for a discussion of his intriguing new book. With over forty years of experience as a sought-after diagnostician, Dr. Mushlin shares some of the most intriguing cases he has encountered, revealing the twists and turns of each patient’s treatment process. Along the way, he imparts the secrets to his success as a medical detective—not specialized high-tech equipment, but time-honored techniques like closely observing, touching, and listening to patients. He also candidly describes cases where he got things wrong, providing readers with honest insights into both the joys and dilemmas of his job.