Episode 64: How Mistakes Lead to Breakthroughs with Dr. Andrew Lam

Andrew Lam, M.D., is a dad, surgeon, and the award-winning author of three books, including his new release, The Masters of Medicine: Our Greatest Triumphs in the Race to Cure Humanity's Deadliest Diseases. 

His writing has appeared in numerous publications, including The New York Times and The Washington Post.  

He graduated summa cum laude in history from Yale University, where he studied military history and U.S.-East Asian relations. He then attended medical school at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by specialty training in ophthalmology and retina surgery at the Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, where he also served as chief resident. 

LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF:

• You like hearing stories of historical heroes and mavericks who changed the world
• You want new insights into the past, present, and future of medicine
• You enjoy learning new things about how our history shaped the present
• You want to discover what we can learn from the mavericks who helped save countless lives through their example
• You want to learn about the crucial moments and people responsible for the world’s greatest medical miracles 

You can learn more about Dr. Andrew Lam:

www.AndrewLamMD.com.

Facebook:  @Andrew Lam

Twitter: @Andrew_LamMD 

Instagram: @AndrewLamMD