Face to Face: True stories of life, death and transformation from my career as a facial surgeon

Face to Face is a brilliant introduction to modern medicine, providing a humbling glimpse of humans at their best. It follows the stories of patients who have undergone life-changing surgeries, showcasing the complex procedures and the human stories behind them.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 07 February 2019
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Face to Face is a remarkable introduction to one of the most demanding fields of modern medicine, offering a profound and humbling perspective on the human condition. This captivating book delves into the profound impact of facial injuries, diseases, and reconstructive surgeries on individuals' identities and sense of self.

Imagine the devastating toll that cancer, accidents, gunshot wounds, or car crashes can take on a person's face, leaving it barely recognizable. Now, envision the emotional journey of someone who has undergone surgery, only to be met with the sight of the person they remember, but had long given up hope of seeing again, gazing back at them from the mirror.

Maxillofacial surgeon Jim McCaul has dedicated his career to helping countless individuals navigate this challenging path. Through his extraordinary book, readers are taken on a journey that follows the stories of patients he has saved from terrible illness and life-altering injuries, as well as those he was unable to help.

We witness the intricate and complex surgical procedures that Jim performs daily, where the slightest error can have catastrophic consequences. Face to Face takes readers into the heart of the most advanced microsurgical techniques and the facial reconstruction techniques pioneered during the First World War. However, at the core of this book are the human stories of the patients whose lives depend on these treatments.

Dr. Richard Shepherd, a bestselling author of Unnatural Causes, praises Face to Face as "fascinating and life-affirming." Jim McCaul candidly shares the joys and the agony of facial surgery, providing a deep insight into the emotional and physical toll it takes on patients and their families.

This book is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, reminding us of the power of compassion and medical innovation in transforming lives. Face to Face is a must-read for anyone interested in medicine, psychology, or the human condition, offering a glimpse into the extraordinary journey of recovery and healing.

Weight: 220g
Dimension: 127 x 196 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780552174336