“Surgical Tales” by Dr. Paul G. Anderson is a captivating memoir that offers a rare glimpse into the life of a surgeon whose career has taken him from emergency rooms in New Zealand to the front lines of humanitarian efforts across the globe. More than just a collection of medical stories, this memoir weaves together moments of humor, compassion, and introspection that reveal the deeply human side of medicine.

Dr. Anderson’s career has spanned continents, taking him to crash sites and mine explosions in Africa, bariatric surgeries in Australia, and indigenous nurse training in New Zealand. Yet, one constant remains—his unwavering passion for helping people. From his encounter with a terrorist attack in a Cape Town church to setting up Specialists Without Borders, Paul’s life is marked by a profound commitment to empathy and care, not only as a surgeon but as a compassionate human being.

With Surgical Tales, readers will laugh, cry, and reflect as they follow Paul’s adventures in medicine, and how each experience has shaped his approach to both life and surgery. For those who have ever wondered what it’s like to be behind the scalpel, this memoir offers a unique perspective—one filled with not just clinical precision, but a deep understanding of the fragility and beauty of life.