Emily R. Transue M.D.

About the Author

Emily R. Transue, M.D., is a board-certified psychiatrist and accomplished author whose writing bridges the worlds of medicine and memoir. With a career spanning clinical practice, teaching, and advocacy for mental health awareness, she draws from her firsthand experiences to illuminate the human side of healthcare. Her debut book, On Call: A Doctor's Days and Nights in Residency, offers an intimate portrait of the grueling yet profoundly rewarding journey through medical training, capturing the exhaustion, triumphs, and ethical dilemmas faced by young physicians. Transue's work resonates with readers seeking insight into the medical profession while emphasizing empathy and resilience in the face of adversity. Beyond writing, she continues to practice psychiatry in San Francisco, where she lives with her family.