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Douglas Stone
Doug Stone, DPA, DNP, FNP, PMHNP, brings a rare combination of clinical expertise, military leadership, and deep human compassion to rural healthcare. A retired U.S. Marine Corps General, his distinguished service, marked by close collaboration with medical systems in combat and peacetime, earned him international recognition for advancing ethical treatment protocols for foreign combatants.
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The Heart Of A Rural Medicine
Inspiration And Insight For New Physicians Starting Their Journey
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The Heart Of A Rural Medicine
Inspiration And Insight For New Physicians Starting Their Journey
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Reading this book felt like sitting across from a doctor who actually sees you, not just your chart. The stories moved me to tears more than once. You can almost feel the quiet weight of responsibility he carries, and the hope he finds in the smallest victories. It reminded me why medicine, at its core, is about people.
As a medical student, I didn’t expect to be so drawn in. The author's description of rural practice—driving down backroads, stitching wounds by lamplight, and listening to patients with both ears and heart—made me rethink what kind of doctor I want to be. It’s raw, real, and deeply inspiring.
This isn’t just a book—it’s an invitation to step inside the soul of healthcare most of us never see. I found myself pausing, hand over my chest, reflecting on the trust between patients and providers in places where resources are scarce but compassion runs deep. It’s a story that stays with you longafter the last page.
I never really thought I could trust my instincts, but reading this book totally changed my mind. Douglas Stone has armed me with some amazing tools that help me understand myself in ways that feel super natural and liberating. It's not just your average self-help book; it's like a roadmap to living a fuller life.
As a therapist, I've gone through tons of frameworks, but Instinct-Informed Integrative Therapy feels ultra-refreshing. It perfectly blends scientific ideas with a deep sense of humanity. My clients get it right away, and it's awesome to see them connect with these concepts. Honestly, it’s a fantastic resource for both professionals and anyone looking to reconnect with their true selves.
This book is one of those rare gems that hits you in both the brain and the feels. Douglas Stone breaks down instincts so clearly that it finally clicked for me why I react the way I do. It's insightful, full of compassion, and honestly life-changing. I can't recommend it enough—everyone should give it a shot!!!