Cook County ICU: 30 Years of Unforgettable Patients and Odd Cases

An inside look at one of the nation’s most famous public hospitals as seen through the eyes of its longtime director of intensive care

Filled with stories of strange medical cases and unforgettable patients culled from a 30-year career in medicine, Cook County ICU offers readers a peek into the inner workings of a hospital. Author Dr. Cory Franklin, who headed the hospital’s intensive care unit from the 1970s through the 1990s, shares his most unique and bizarre experiences, including the d...