The Making of a Surgeon: A Midwestern Chronicle is a memoir written by Ernest V. Smith, detailing his journey from a young boy growing up in a rural Midwestern town to becoming a successful surgeon. The book is a personal account of Smith's experiences, including his struggles with poverty and his determination to achieve his dream of becoming a surgeon.Smith describes the challenges he faced in his early life, including his family's financial struggles and his own battle with tuberculosis. Despite these obstacles, he persevered and eventually attended medical school, where he honed his surgical skills and learned the importance of empathy and compassion in patient care.Throughout the book, Smith provides a detailed account of the surgical procedures he performed, including the innovative techniques he developed to improve patient outcomes. He also discusses the ethical dilemmas he faced as a surgeon, such as deciding whether to operate on patients who were unlikely to survive.Overall, The Making of a Surgeon is a compelling and inspiring memoir that offers a unique perspective on the world of medicine. Smith's personal story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of pursuing one's dreams, no matter the obstacles.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.