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A Country Doctor's Journey A Country Doctor offers a vivid account of rural healthcare through the eyes of Dr. John Tracy, a long-time family physician practicing in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Follow his journey moving his practice out of a large urban city, to discovering the value of old timey house calls, to learning the pace of life in a farming community. Each anecdote, from funny stories to life-and-death dramas, provides a glimpse into the multifaceted world of a rural physician. As Dr. Tracy navigates through the subtleties of healthcare delivery in a tight-knit community, he unveils the evolving landscape of medicine, entwined with the threads of tradition and dangers of depending too much on information technology. His engaging narrative serves as a testament to the enduring importance of human connection in the face of modern business medicine. A Country Doctor is a poignant exploration of the complexities of healthcare, revealing the profound impact of community and technology on the noble art of healing. Get your copy of A Country Doctor today!

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"John W. Tracy, MD is a second generation physician who began his career in the city, but escaped to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. His training and practice have spanned 37 years. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill medical school and completed post graduate training at East Carolina University. He has been a member and Fellow of the American Academy of Family Practice for over 25 years. After years of people saying; ""You need to write a book!,"" he finally did. He lives in Laurel Fork, Virginia with his wife, Nora, who does everything he doesn't do in the office. In his spare time, he enjoys woodworking, reading, golf, gardening, gourmet cooking and spending time with friends and family."

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