In Great Joys, Great Sorrows, Dr. Michael Meguid pulls readers into a world of 110-hour workweeks, impossible decisions, and relentless pressure, where young surgeons are forged or broken. This powerful fourth volume of the award-winning A Surgeon’s Tale series chronicles Meguid’s transformation from a London-trained intern into a confident surgical leader inside some of America’s most demanding teaching hospitals. Dr. Meguid’s reflections offer rare insight into the inner life of a surgeon when skill, compassion, and survival collide. Available on Amazon.
Ray Tong is Vice President and General Manager of Home Warranty at American Home Shield, where he currently leads the Home Warranty product portfolio—managing warranty coverage, pricing, lifecycle marketing, and overall business performance. Ray will be sharing how home warranties work, how they differ from homeowners’ insurance and how virtual expert support is changing the way homeowners approach everyday repair and maintenance issues. Visit AHS.com to learn more.
Kevin Cooper is the Vice President for Communications and Strategic Initiatives at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, and Julie Fanning is the Director of Marketing at University Town Center. Spring Break is around the corner and Sarasota, Florida is ready to welcome travelers with warm Gulf breezes, white sand beaches, vibrant culture and Florida’s newest destination aquarium. Located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Sarasota is long known as a “hidden gem” for arts, dining, and outdoor recreation. Visit www.visitsarasota.com for more information.
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