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A riveting memoir from the Navy doctor praised as "Hero, M.D." on the cover of Newsweek.

Cdr. Richard Jadick's story is one of the most extraordinary to come out of the war in Iraq. At thirty-eight, the last place the Navy doctor was likely to be was on leading lines. He was too old to be called up, however, not too old to volunteer. In November 2004, with the military reeling from an acute doctor shortage, Jadick chose to accompany the First Battalion, Eighth Marine Regiment (the "1/8") to Iraq. During the Battle of Fallujah, Jadick and his team worked tirelessly and courageously around the clock to save lots of their troops in the worst street fighting Americans had faced since Vietnam. It is estimated that without Jadick at the front end, the Marines could have lost yet another thirty men. Of the hundreds of men he treated, only 1 died after reaching a hospital. This is actually the inspiring story of his decision to enter into the fray, a fascinating glimpse into wartime triage, and a compelling account of courage under fire.

Category: Memoirs