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Little Miss Diagnosed: A Surgeon's Guide to Breaking Bones and Bending Rules—A Biography of Tragedy, Triumph, and the High-Stakes World of Modern Medicine
From the real-life Meredith Grey, comes an inspiring collection of essays based on Dr. Erin Nance’s popular TikTok account @littlemissdiagnosed, detailing Dr. Nance’s journey as a young female orthopedic surgeon navigating challenging cases and ethical dilemmas in the high-stakes, cutthroat world of medicine.
In her debut essay collection, renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Erin Nance offers a raw, unfiltered look into the exhilarating yet complicated world of healthcare. Compassionate, honest, and most of all, transformative, Little Miss Diagnosed tells the story of how a modern female surgeon survived family tragedy, systemic sexism, and everything New York City had to throw at her, to become the most trusted doctor on the internet. Through her popular social media presence, she has become a trusted figure for shedding light on these issues, making her insights and advice invaluable to readers. Little Miss Diagnosed offers even more of that unique and unfiltered perspective on the healthcare system, providing readers with a deeper understanding of its inner workings and how to navigate it effectively.
As thought-provoking, as it is revealing, what started as an honest attempt at sharing stories to humanize medicine, became a catalyst for @littlemissdiagnosed, Nance’s viral TikTok account that has grown to inspire thousands daily. With gripping accounts of true cases, Little Miss Diagnosed serves as a powerful testament to the resilience and care often thought missing in the medical world. The essay collection expands on familiar favorite stories and brings in a bevy of new ones. Nance's dedication to listening to her patients and finding personal solutions bring to mind the dedication and tenaciousness of the beloved Meredith Grey, but in an equally challenging and even more male-dominated specialty. From lying to hospital administrators to get a homeless woman a lifesaving surgery to solving a one-year long medical mystery Dr. House style, each anecdote reflects Dr. Nance's commitment to her patients and the world at large. With decades of expertise under her belt, Dr. Nance’s Little Miss Diagnosed goes beyond memoir, allowing readers to feel they have slipped on their own white coats, solving cases and treating people, while recognizing what it’s like to live within the American health care system and the dedication it takes to move beyond it.
In her debut essay collection, renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Erin Nance offers a raw, unfiltered look into the exhilarating yet complicated world of healthcare. Compassionate, honest, and most of all, transformative, Little Miss Diagnosed tells the story of how a modern female surgeon survived family tragedy, systemic sexism, and everything New York City had to throw at her, to become the most trusted doctor on the internet. Through her popular social media presence, she has become a trusted figure for shedding light on these issues, making her insights and advice invaluable to readers. Little Miss Diagnosed offers even more of that unique and unfiltered perspective on the healthcare system, providing readers with a deeper understanding of its inner workings and how to navigate it effectively.
As thought-provoking, as it is revealing, what started as an honest attempt at sharing stories to humanize medicine, became a catalyst for @littlemissdiagnosed, Nance’s viral TikTok account that has grown to inspire thousands daily. With gripping accounts of true cases, Little Miss Diagnosed serves as a powerful testament to the resilience and care often thought missing in the medical world. The essay collection expands on familiar favorite stories and brings in a bevy of new ones. Nance's dedication to listening to her patients and finding personal solutions bring to mind the dedication and tenaciousness of the beloved Meredith Grey, but in an equally challenging and even more male-dominated specialty. From lying to hospital administrators to get a homeless woman a lifesaving surgery to solving a one-year long medical mystery Dr. House style, each anecdote reflects Dr. Nance's commitment to her patients and the world at large. With decades of expertise under her belt, Dr. Nance’s Little Miss Diagnosed goes beyond memoir, allowing readers to feel they have slipped on their own white coats, solving cases and treating people, while recognizing what it’s like to live within the American health care system and the dedication it takes to move beyond it.
256 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 3, 2025
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June 9, 2025
A great book with a powerful message.
December 1, 2025
I loved it! I first discovered Dr. Nance while scrolling through Facebook reels late at night when I couldn't sleep, and I was drawn in. I've always enjoyed any medical related content. (I can remember reading my aunt's medical textbooks from nursing school when I was only about 8 or 9 years old). I was drawn in by her memoir of how she got to where she is today - from a little girl, through college and medical school, residency and now an orthopedic surgeon. I really wish she was my doctor, as it's hard to find a doctor who actually cares about their patients. I hope she writes more books, because I really want to read more from her! For now, I'll keep watching her videos.
June 4, 2025
Excellent read
I love all things medical.
This was an excellent, easy read that gives you a peek into what sacrifices and motivation goes into being an orthopedic surgeon!! I love that it came from a woman's perspective!
Thanks for sharing your heart in these pages, Dr. Nance! I love your TikToks and your new podcasts!
I love all things medical.
This was an excellent, easy read that gives you a peek into what sacrifices and motivation goes into being an orthopedic surgeon!! I love that it came from a woman's perspective!
Thanks for sharing your heart in these pages, Dr. Nance! I love your TikToks and your new podcasts!
June 14, 2025
This book is fantastic. As I was reading it, I thought, “what a talented woman. She’s an accomplished orthopedic surgeon, a great writer, a mom, wife, and a devoted daughter and sister.” The book has great pace, and is filled with stories that will move you and wish she was your surgeon. Loved it.
July 10, 2025
Excellent writing and storytelling throughout! Highly recommend for anyone considering surgery and especially orthopedic surgery!
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