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Little Med Minds is a picture book series designed to empower kids through fun, fact-filled stories about health and the human body. Each adventure transforms medical experiences into playful learning moments, helping kids feel curious, brave, and in control of their own care. In Tommy's Tonsil Tales, meet a bright and bouncy boy whose sore throats and loud snoring lead him on a journey to the hospital. Follow along as Tommy learns why tonsils and adenoids sometimes need to be removed, what a tonsillectomy is like, and how recovery can even include a little ice cream. This gentle and informative tale turns a scary moment into a chance to grow stronger and braver.

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Born in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1997, Christopher Kruglik grew up in the small town of Northford, Connecticut, with his mother and father, his two sisters, and his two brothers. He went on to receive his Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry at the University of Vermont, as well as his Master of Medical Sciences and Master of Public Health. As of 2025, Christopher is currently enrolled in his last year of medical school at the Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont. Christopher's clinical interests lie within the sector of the public health realm, pediatrics, and surgery. He is excited to be able to share the Little Med Minds book series with his co-author and illustrator to help make children more comfortable and prepared when seeing their physician or getting ready for a surgical procedure. Josephine Yalovitser grew up in Westchester, New York, immersed in Russian culture as the child of immigrants. She discovered her love of the arts early on, with piano and singing at age four. Her work and original compositions have earned national and international recognition, with performances at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. She went on to study psychology and anthropology at Dartmouth College and will complete her medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine in 2026. Passionate about the intersection of medicine and the arts, Josephine strives to bring creativity, empathy, and a holistic perspective to patient care. Whether through music, medicine, or storytelling, she is committed to healing that honors the full human experience. Josephine Yalovitser grew up in Westchester, New York, immersed in Russian culture as the child of immigrants. She discovered her love of the arts early on, with piano and singing at age four. Her work and original compositions have earned national and international recognition, with performances at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. She went on to study psychology and anthropology at Dartmouth College and will complete her medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine in 2026. Passionate about the intersection of medicine and the arts, Josephine strives to bring creativity, empathy, and a holistic perspective to patient care. Whether through music, medicine, or storytelling, she is committed to healing that honors the full human experience.

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