Brave New Medicine
A Doctor's Unconventional Path to Healing Her Autoimmune Illness
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Kimberly Austin
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In this revelatory memoir, Doctor Cynthia Li shares the truth about her disabling autoimmune illness, the limitations of Western medicine, and her hard-won lessons on healing - mind, body, and spirit.
Li had it all: a successful career in medicine, a loving marriage, children on the horizon. But it all came crashing down when, after developing an autoimmune thyroid condition, mysterious symptoms began consuming her body. Test after test came back "within normal limits", baffling her doctors - and baffling herself. Housebound with two young children, Li began a solo odyssey from her living room couch to find a way to heal.
Brave New Medicine details the physical and existential crisis that forces a young doctor to question her own medical training. She dives into the root causes of her illness, learning to unlock her body's innate intelligence and wholeness. Li relates her story with the insight of a scientist, and the humility and candor of a patient, exploring the emotional and spiritual shifts beyond the physical body.
Millions of people worldwide are affected by autoimmune disease. While complex conditions like chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) are gaining attention, patients struggling with these mysterious ailments remain largely dismissed by their doctors, families, and friends. This is the harsh reality that doctor-turned-"difficult patient" Li faced firsthand.
Drawing on cutting-edge science, ancient healing arts, and the power of intuition, this memoir offers support, validation, and a new perspective for doctors and patients alike. Through her story, you can find the wisdom and heart to start your own healing journey, too.
©2019 Cynthia Li (P)2020 Reveal PressWhat listeners say about Brave New Medicine
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- Anonymous User
- 27-07-2022
10/10- just the book I needed!
I cried, laughed, wanted to give the author a hug! Loved this book.
Definitely like reading a powerful story/page turner but it’s all true! Cynthia Li bares her heart and soul. We are privileged to be let in for the ride. I learnt so much about health and wellness too.
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- Anonymous User
- 21-07-2024
Brand new Medicine
I listened up to chapter 4 & all it has been so far is a story about her life. Not what I was expecting for the title of the book. I havent learnt anything but just hearing about her life this whole time. It might get good later on & actually teach you something & possibly talk about healing and autoimmune condition, but 4 chapters in and I’m bored.
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