Description
Discover the inspiring journey of Munjed Al Muderis in his memoir, 'Walking Free'. From the harrowing landscape of Iraq to a life dedicated to healing and innovation, Munjed's story is a testament to resilience and the human spirit. This gripping account captures the stark reality of a young surgical resident who faced a moral dilemma during a time of unrest in Baghdad, leading to his escape from oppression and his ultimate arrival in Australia. After enduring the struggles of life in a refugee camp, Munjed transformed his hardships into a path of healing, becoming a pioneering osseointegration surgeon. 'Walking Free' explores themes of hope, courage, and the relentless pursuit of a better life. This compelling read will inspire anyone seeking motivation to overcome their own challenges. With 336 pages filled with gripping narrative and life lessons, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in stories of immigration, medical innovation, and personal triumph. Published by Allen & Unwin in 2015, 'Walking Free' is a significant addition to contemporary literature. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this poignant narrative that resonates with bike enthusiasts, medical professionals, and those passionate about humanitarian journeys alike. Order yours today to dive into the transformative tale of Munjed Al Muderis and witness how one man's fight against adversity led him to walk free and help others do the same.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760291143
Year: 2015
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 336
Description:
In 1999, Munjed Al Muderis was a young surgical resident working in Baghdad when a squad of Military Police marched into the operating theatre and ordered the surgical team to mutilate the ears of three busloads of army deserters. When the head of surgery refused, he was executed in front of his staff. Munjed's choices were stark--comply and breach the medical oath 'do no harm', refuse and face certain death, or flee.
That day, Munjed's life changed forever. He escaped to Indonesia, where he boarded a filthy, overcrowded refugee boat, bound for Australia.
Like his fellow passengers, he hoped for a new life, free from fear and oppression, but for ten months he was incarcerated in what became known as the worst of the refugee camps, Curtin Detention Centre in Western Australia. There he was known only by a number, locked in solitary confinement and repeatedly told to go back to Iraq.
On 26 August 2000, Munjed was finally freed. Now, fourteen years later, he is one of the world's leading osseointegration surgeons, transforming the lives of amputees with a pioneering technique that allows them to walk again.
Walking Free is Munjed's extraordinary account of his journey from the brutality of Saddam Hussein's Iraq to a new life in Australia and a remarkable career at the forefront of medicine.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760291143
Year: 2015
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 336
Description:
In 1999, Munjed Al Muderis was a young surgical resident working in Baghdad when a squad of Military Police marched into the operating theatre and ordered the surgical team to mutilate the ears of three busloads of army deserters. When the head of surgery refused, he was executed in front of his staff. Munjed's choices were stark--comply and breach the medical oath 'do no harm', refuse and face certain death, or flee.
That day, Munjed's life changed forever. He escaped to Indonesia, where he boarded a filthy, overcrowded refugee boat, bound for Australia.
Like his fellow passengers, he hoped for a new life, free from fear and oppression, but for ten months he was incarcerated in what became known as the worst of the refugee camps, Curtin Detention Centre in Western Australia. There he was known only by a number, locked in solitary confinement and repeatedly told to go back to Iraq.
On 26 August 2000, Munjed was finally freed. Now, fourteen years later, he is one of the world's leading osseointegration surgeons, transforming the lives of amputees with a pioneering technique that allows them to walk again.
Walking Free is Munjed's extraordinary account of his journey from the brutality of Saddam Hussein's Iraq to a new life in Australia and a remarkable career at the forefront of medicine.