Memoirs of a Medical Maverick

By Risteard Mulcahy

Book Overview

Memoirs of a Medical Maverick offers a unique and often surprising insight into the rich, varied and extraordinary life of one of the most prominent, respected and outspoken medical men in Ireland. As the son of a well-known politician and national military hero, some might think Riste rd Mulcahy's life would have been one of comfort and privilege - but they'd be wrong.

A refreshingly candid memoir, Medical Maverick charts the personal and professional life of a true Irish progressive. Riste rd revisits his childhood in Rathmines (complete with cows, chickens and armed guards outside the family home), his fast times as a young doctor in London, his early career delivering babies in some of Dublin's worst slums, the breakdown of his marriage and his eminent career in cardiology and high-profile health campaigner as one of the first anti-smoking advocates in the country.

What emerges perhaps more than anything is the way Riste rd has lived a free, liberal and progressive life - which may not have always been the easiest option, considering the general climate of fifties and sixties Ireland, but undoubtedly proved to be the most varied and fulfilling.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1907593020
• ISBN13: 9781907593024
• Release Date: March 2015
• Publisher: Liberties Press
• Length: 238 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.0"