On Call in Hell

A Doctor's Iraq War Story

De: Richard Jadick, Thomas Hayden

Narrado por: Lloyd James

Cdr. Richard Jadick's story is one of the most extraordinary to come out of the war in Iraq. At 38, the last place the Navy doctor was expected to be was on the front lines. He was too old to be called up, but not too old to volunteer.

In November 2004, with the military reeling from an acute doctor shortage, Jadick chose to accompany the First Battalion, Eighth Marine Regiment (the "1/8") to Iraq. During the Battle of Fallujah, Jadick and his team worked tirelessly and courageously around the clock to save their troops amidst the worst street fighting Americans had faced since Vietnam.

It is estimated that without Jadick at the front, the Marines would have lost an additional 30 men. Of the hundreds of men he treated, only one died after reaching a hospital. This is the inspiring story of his decision to enter into the fray, a fascinating glimpse into wartime triage, and a compelling account of courage under fire.

©2007 Richard Jadick and Thomas Hayden (P)2007 Tantor Media Inc.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"This remarkable man's story is well worth telling...a memorable experience." (Publishers Weekly)

On Call In Hell: A Doctor's Iraq War Story

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

yes, it is an interesting point of view. Having served in Iraq in 2003 with a Fleet Hospital within the combat zone, his story is very real and acurate and yet he was more involved in the urban warfare than my personal experience.

What did you like best about this story?

The physician's point of view. I have read other similar books but from a nurse's perspective.

Have you listened to any of Lloyd James’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

Amazing

Totally worth reading and hearing this amazing book 10/10 coming from a person who’s doesn’t read much.

Splendid

I served in the Army Medical Corps during the Iraqi war. A special thank you Richard, for taking me into the battle of Falluja. I honor your witness and your love for our for the Marine Corps and especially for your corpsman.

Outstanding with a few exceptions

What does Lloyd James bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

A way of delivering the lines that made me feel as if I was there.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I cried and laughed. There are some parts that really tug at you while also giving you a smile.

Any additional comments?

Overall the book is great. i personally am interested in the field of Military medicine and wish that the story would go more in depth with the specific experiences he talks about. I highly recommend this piece.

On Call in Hell

WOW, the writer was truly generous to relive the things saw and lived through. I am thankfull that men and women like the author whom put themselves into the line of fire. This all aside the novel is gut wrenching and informitive. It give thoes of us who will never see combat, a first hand look at the situations that are meet and delt with as best as one can expect. Five stars doesn't give this novel the true repesct it deserves. If I had one problem with the book, it was that the author wasn't the narrator.... It isn't that the chosen narrator did a poor job, I just feel the author would have given that little extra. You can't get everything you want.

You are there

What made the experience of listening to On Call in Hell the most enjoyable?

Outstanding story of front line medical care. Out troops are in good hands.

What was one of the most memorable moments of On Call in Hell?

Learning to save lives of femoral artery wounds

Any additional comments?

Recommend Lone Survivor

Corpsman Up!

Loved the story about true heroes. Love how the author takes the time to mention and honor his Marines who didn't make it home.

Health Care in Iraq

What did you love best about On Call in Hell?

It made me think that I was right there in the battle with the guys in Iraq. I could envision the terror and also the calm that these men faced.

What was one of the most memorable moments of On Call in Hell?

When they were going after their comrades and how they managed to get them out of the area with out getting killed or hurt themselves.

What about Lloyd James’s performance did you like?

His narration helped me to feel like I was right there in the battle with this Doctor and right beside him as he cared for the men that he had grown to love.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When the surgeon went out into the battle with the men to help save his fellow soldiers.

Any additional comments?

A great book for any health care professional to read. It tells of the dangers, heartaches when you lose a fellow healthcare professional, and the comraderie that you can have when everyone is "shooting" for the same goal.

Up Close and Personal

What made the experience of listening to On Call in Hell the most enjoyable?

A unique perspective on the war at large by taking it inside from a medical perspective, one injury at a time. Exciting, suspenseful, tragic, confounding -- great insight into the mind of a doctor and the chaos of war.

What did you like best about this story?

Small stories made large by making them personal. You really root for Jadick and his initial naiveté when he decides to take this on. Medical care in battle is a unique perspective with huge stakes.

What does Lloyd James bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

His first hand experiences are heard in his voice and that was very affecting.

Fourth time reading this book,

a true memorial to the 1/8 and valor of the Corps
God Bless the United States Marine Corps
Seiner Fidelis!