The Doctors Book of Humorous Quotations

by Howard J. Bennett and Howard J. Bennett MD

Book Overview

This entertaining book presents hundreds of humorous jokes,
quotations, and one-liners compiled from a variety of sources (medical literature, books,
magazines, the internet, movies, television, remarks made at conferences or rounds, lectures,
comic routines). The text is organized alphabetically allowing readers to browse through the
book randomly, or focus on particular topics of interest. Sample subject headings include
Academia, Aphorisms, Atrophy, Bedside Manner, Beepers, Case Reports, Chicken Soup,
Dieting, Epitaphs, Fatigue, Health Food, Insanity, Jogging, Lab Tests, Lawyers, Middle Age,
Motherhood, Night Calls, Obesity, Phobias, Quacks, Retirement, Snoring, Teenagers, Turfing,
Ulcers, Vacations, Wellness, Zoonoses. There is cross-referencing throughout the book for easy
location of additional topics of interest.Offers nuggets of wisdom within humorous one-linersProvides a quick laugh or pick-me-up at the end of a busy day
Helps promote better communication among colleagues, students, and patientsMaterial in this book can be used during lectures and hospital rounds, conferences, with office staff, and by speakers who need funny lines to spice up their presentations to medical professionals

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1560534524
• ISBN13: 9781560534525
• Release Date: September 2000
• Publisher: Hanley & Belfus
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.7" x 7.1"

Customer Reviews

The true medicine is humour

As a medical student I really enjoyed reading this book. I've read other books and articles of Bennet, and enjoy his humorous way of putting things. Asa foreigner I had a few difficulties enjoying all of the jokes related to US health services. However, all in all I found the book worthwhile reading, and I had some really big laughs that cramped my stomach. I am sure I am going to read and reread this book in the future.....after all, good humour and hilarious jokes are the best medicine ever invented, and there are no sideeffects!!!

This book is a gem!

This is one of the funniest books I've ever read. Dr. Bennett did a terrific job pulling together both classic and original quotes about doctors and medicine. Enjoy the material when you have some free time during the day or comb through the collection looking for amusing lines to use on rounds, lectures, or other medical situations. Best of all, buy the book for your medical friends or anyone who enjoys funny and insightful lines about doctors, medicine, and health.

Praise for The Doctor's Book of Humorous Quotations

The following reviews were sent in about my new book:The practice of medicine is a serious affair. Dr. Bennett's new book is a lighthearted counterweight to our daily effort, allowing us to chuckle at ourselves, our colleagues, our profession and all of those who interact with it. The book is also a good source for that fitting joke or quip you might need for a lecture, a toast or a presentation. Open to any page for a few moments of zany entertainment. It makes a perfect gift for yourself, a friend or as a "thank you" to a colleague. Alan Stone, MD, Clinical Professor of Medicine, The George Washington University Medical Center.This is the funniest book I've read in a long time. It's loaded with anecdotes, definitions, jokes and quotations about doctors and medicine. Almost no medically related subject is left out. Even in you think you don't have time to read (who does?) find some time for this relaxing and enjoyable book. Howard Fischer, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Wayne State University School of Medicine.Humor and laughter in medicine are needed now more than ever before because of the increasing stresses of modern medical practice. This gem of a book compiled by Dr. Bennett, himself a noted humorist, includes a great variety of quips, quotes, and jokes that can serve as a lifeline to sanity for stressed-out physicians whether in practice or still in their training years. Much of the material in this book is both funny and original and can be used to liven up ward rounds, medical lectures, and yes, even the sacred physician-patient relationship. It should be relished but should also be shared. Lugwig A. Lettau, Charleston, SC.

Take Two At Bedtime

The practice of medicine is a serious affair. Dr. Bennett's new book is a lighthearted counterweight to our daily effort, allowing us to chuckle at ourselves, our colleagues, our profession and all of those who interact with it. The book is also a good source for that fitting joke or quip you might need for a lecture, a toast, or a presentation. Open up any page for a few moments of zany entertainment. It makes a perfect gift for yourself, a friend or as a "thank you" to a colleague.

A must for all doctor's and doctors' families

My father is a friend of the author of this book. He was given a free copy of it. I read it and I laughed at almost every quote or joke. If you understand these quotes, you will think it is the funniest book ever. With everything from lab tests to radiology, it is the perfect gift for a doctor or for anyone! By the way, look for my name on page 185.