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Critical Condition
Peter Clement, Clement, Peter, M.D
Dr. Peter Clement, a young and idealistic physician, arrives at a prestigious Los Angeles hospital, eager to contribute to advanced medical care. His initial enthusiasm quickly turns to suspicion as he observes a disturbing number of patient fatalities and a palpable atmosphere of secrecy and ethical compromise. Driven by a growing unease and a deep-seated commitment to his patients, Clement begins a covert investigation. He uncovers a sinister conspiracy within the hospital's administration, suggesting that financial incentives and power struggles are prioritized over patient lives, potentially involving illegal experimentation or organ trafficking. The novel explores compelling themes of medical ethics versus corporate greed, the vulnerability of patients within a profit-driven healthcare system, and the courage required for an individual to challenge a powerful, corrupt establishment. Clement becomes a lone figure battling against the hospital's hierarchy, risking his career and his safety to expose the truth. The narrative is gripping due to its suspenseful pacing, its examination of moral dilemmas, and its portrayal of the dark underbelly of a seemingly benevolent institution, making it a thought-provoking thriller about the integrity of medicine.
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1 copy
Publisher
Random House Publishing Group
Pages
365
Format
PAPERBACK
ISBN-13
9780345443403
ISBN-10
0345443403
Language
English
Published
2003-01-01
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