God's Hotel: A Doctor, a Hospital, and a Pilgrimage to the Heart of Medicine
A doctor explores the heart of medicine at a historic hospital, blending personal pilgrimage and patient stories to reveal the healing power of time and presence.
About This Book
Victoria Sweet shares her experiences working at Laguna Honda Hospital, one of the last almshouses in America.
The narrative reflects on the changing landscape of modern medicine and the value of time-intensive, attentive patient care.
Sweet draws inspiration from her pilgrimage along the Camino de Santiago, connecting historical medical practices with her daily work.
The book examines how institutional healthcare can balance efficiency with genuine compassion for patients.
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