"I hope everyone can enjoy some time to rest and reengage with the things that bring you joy.
For me, reading continues to be one of my favorite escapes, and I wanted to share a few books I especially enjoyed this year.
Exploring Innovations in Health and AI
-Mastering AI: A Survival Guide to Our Superpowered Future by Jeremy Kahn. A visionary look at AI’s transformative potential and its impact on our daily lives.
-Early Detection: Catching Cancer When It’s Curable by Bruce Ratner and Adam Bonislawski. An essential discourse on the pivotal role of early intervention in transforming patient outcomes.
-The Invisible Kingdom: Reimagining Chronic Illness by Meghan O'Rourke. A compelling exploration of chronic illnesses, advocating for a deeper understanding and betterment of human health.
Celebrating the Power of Storytelling
-James: A Novel by Percival Everett. A masterful reimagining of Huckleberry Finn from Jim’s perspective.
-How Do You Feel?: One Doctor's Search for Humanity in Medicine by Jessi Gold, MD MS. An intimate glimpse into the practice of medicine, underpinned by compassion and empathy.
-Where Rivers Part: A Story of My Mother's Life by Kao Kalia Yang. A moving testament to perseverance and resilience in the face of daunting challenges.
I hope my selections resonate with you as much as they have with me.
Lloyd Minor, MD
Dean of the School of Medicine
Vice President for Medical Affairs
Stanford University
