On The Border Of A Dream: One Mexican Boy's Journey Of Becoming An American Surgeon

by Edgar H Hernandez

Overview

"On the Border of a Dream" is an eye-opening and uplifting memoir that tells the true story of a boy from rural Mexico who, at a young age, sets his mind to becoming a pioneering surgeon in the USA. The memoir follows Edgar Hernandez, first with his tight-knit family as an adolescent in Mexico and then as he journeys to the USA to pursue his dream.

In today's hotly contested political environment this book is poignant and pertinent as it offers a different view of the immigration debate. This book is written through the eyes of an "innocent child" which is a group we forget about when we choose to close our borders. It's descriptive writing makes the reader feel the tension that young Edgar endured as a child being chased by La Migra while illegally in the U.S. and mesmerizes the reader keeping you engaged and eager to understand why at age 10 he went back to Mexico and returned to the US legally a second time at age 11 because even at a young age he wanted to become an American Citizen the legal way.

The author captures the universal experience of every migrant establishing to the reader that hope is not easily extinguishable and that with unrelenting perseverance one can overcome tremendous odds. "On the Border of a Dream" is a true testament to the goodness of humanity and the integrity of immigrants who seek lives in the USA, not simply to better themselves but to better the American communities that they join as well.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780998921501
Publisher:	Book Chix
Publication date:	05/22/2017
Pages:	276
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.75(d)

About the Author

Edgar H Hernandez, MD, MS, FACS. For over 20 years Dr Hernandez has practiced general surgery. In the last ten years Dr. Hernandez has dedicated himself to the field of breast surgery.
He is a diplomat of the American Board of Surgery, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a practicing oncoplastic breast surgeon. Over the course of his career, Dr Hernandez has worked with charitable groups and various foundations.

Dr Hernandez was named "Man of the Year" a humanitarian distinction, by Fresh Start Women's Foundation of Arizona for his treatment of uninsured women. The Desert Cancer Foundation of Arizona also honored Dr. Hernandez with a humanitarian award.
Dr Hernandez graduated from Arizona State University with a dual Bachelor & Masters Degree and received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Utah College of Medicine.

In addition to being a proud husband and father, he is now a happy grandfather to six granddaughters. For more information about Dr Hernandez, please visit www.dredgarhernandez.com

Editorial Reviews

"On The Border Of A Dream" tells of the incredible struggles that Dr Hernandez, as well as many others, went through to immigrate to the United States. In today's hotly contested political environment this book is poignant and pertinent. I could feel the tension that young Edgar endured being chased by La Migra while illegally in the U.S. and I see the influence that all the people in his life have had on him. Edgar is the ultimate professional, and one I strive to emulate. Thanks Dr Hernandez, for sharing your story, it's truly a Must Read!

Merle Turner, D.O. Former Chief of Staff at Tempe St Lukes Hospital

Dr Hernandez is the genuine article, a highly talented, caring, dedicated person, loved by his patients and respected by his colleagues. I was mesmerized by "On The Border Of A Dream" and finished it in one sitting-I could not put it down. Its straightforward, honest style keeps the reader engaged and eager for the next events. It highlights, especially in these times, the struggles of immigrants and the great value immigrants provide to this beauticul country of ours, the USA. I encourage you to read this book and open your mind to the struggles and rewards this immigrant faced.

Parvinderjit Khanuja, M.D., F.A.C.P., Hematology/Oncology Ironwood Cancer Center

Most of the stories that are shared only with the kids over dinner never enter the public sphere, and in time, are lost to eternity. I am so very grateful to Dr Hernandez for sharing this extraordinary biography. It is beautifully written with a rhythm of the past and the present that draws the reader into following each step of an exceptional life's journey. It is his story, a unique story, but it captures the experience of every migrant.

Alfredo Gutierrez Former Minority/Majority Leader AZ State Senate

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