Just a GP: Diaries from a Career in General Practice
CRC Press, Boca Raton and Abingdon (2024)
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This autobiography from Sir Denis Pereira Gray offers a unique insight into the life and career of a hugely distinguished and influential general practitioner, from what led him to study medicine, learning his craft in the 1960s, through years of clinical practice and research to senior leadership roles within and outside the Royal College of General Practitioners.
Through detailed diaries enlivened by wonderful anecdotes, both personal and professional, Sir Denis shares candidly with the reader a lifetime of experience gained and lessons learned, highly applicable today when general practice is facing many challenges and detractors.
Both informative and inspirational, Just a GP is an essential read for many who have journeyed through the profession with Sir Denis and those who are in the midst of or contemplating a career in general practice today.
Reviews
‘With General Practice currently facing existential challenges, it is truly inspirational to be reminded what determined individuals, with a clear set of intensely human values, can achieve… This is the story of an extraordinary career during a profoundly important phase in the history of British medicine – someone who was justifiably proud to be “just a GP”.’
Sir David Haslam CBE FRCGP
“I finished by Denis Pereira Gray with far more appreciation of general practice than when I started. This is one of those books that quietly leaves a lasting impression. Sir Denis tells his story with honesty humility and genuine affection for both his patient and his profession.”
“…..I felt I had spent time learning from someone who dedicated his entire life to improving healthcare while never losing sight of the people at its heart.”
“……The anecdotes are engaging, sometimes humorous, sometimes deeply moving, and always meaningful.”…….One of the strongest themes in the book is compassion.”
“…..I also appreciated the historical perspective. ……It gave me a deeper respect for how much general practice has changed and how individuals like Sir Denis helped shape those changes.”…… The writing style is straightforward, warm and highly readable.”
“……His passion for patient-centred care remains constant making it an inspiring read……Overall Just a GP is much more than a memoir…….whether you are a medical student , health care professional or simply someone interested in the human side of medicine, there is something valuable to take away from this book.”
“……I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an insightful, inspiring ,and genuinely heartfelt read.”
Ebony Lundy USA
