Conversations With History: Surgeon's Journey Beyond Science

Conversations host Harry Kreisler welcomes neurosurgeon Allan J. Hamilton for a discussion of his new book: the Scalpel and the Soul: Encounters with Surgery, the Supernatural and the Healing Power of Hope. Focusing on his intellectual and spiritual odyssey, Dr. Hamilton offers insights into the craft of surgery and discusses how his patients have broadened his understanding of the human condition, the resilience of the human spirit, the healing process, and the world beyond science. Series: Conversations with History [7/2008] [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 14632]

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[YD8189]

@deiloh

You clearly are blinded to to your own rituals. I would also suspect you never read his book "The Scalpel and the Soul" or have experience with any of the incredible things he has observed as a neurosurgoen. I have have been tested repeatedly while an Air Force Fighter Pilot during physicals for any signs of emotional issues and can assure you there is far more to life than you could ever imagine that shred credibility.

[PeterJ2k11]

Another great interview, I too am highly sceptical of claims or ideas without proof, however I would argue that there are too many medical anomalies to suggest that there isn't something less tangible occurring

[piddleton]

I'm not superstitious either but Dr Hamilton's record speak for itself - a Harvard educated pioneering neurosurgical professor.

[deiloh]

Allan J. Hamilton may be a very gifted neurosurgeon but I find his superstitions worrisome. I would go out of my way not to have him as a doctor.

[larosity]

Great insight from a great man!