Medical Fiction
Medical Fiction: Jiff & the Biotic Bear
In this medical fiction, a pampered heir's anti-antibiotic crusade ends after an encounter with a be...
Medical Fiction 
A collection of stories drawn from real cases in the US OSHA incident report database or similar sources and therefore entirely realistic, even if seemingly outlandish.
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Medical Fiction: Nurse Wendy, the Wicked Witch
In this firsthand tale of secret vendettas, a nurse with a sinister side shares secrets of retaliation against those who crossed her within the hospital walls.
Apr 04, 2024
Medical Fiction: A Mouse in the House—And a Bite on the Hand
An ED physician grapples with the haunting memory of Bruce, whose method of repossessing homes takes a dark turn and results in a legacy of pain and remorse.
Mar 24, 2024
Medical Fiction: Arthur & the Hibiscus
In this tale, on Arthur's flight home, a coffeepot mishap leads to an emergency landing. Later, at the hospital, an astute nurse unravels his medical mystery.
Mar 18, 2024
Medical Fiction: Paging Dr. Piebald
Patrice Benjamin Piebald is an abrasive endocrinologist with bipolar disorder who meets an unexpected fate after a series of confrontations with colleagues.
Mar 12, 2024
Medical Fiction: Special Delivery by Doris
Doris, a woman battling a dire diagnosis, takes matters into her own hands during a medical conference attended by the insurance company CEO.
Mar 06, 2024
Medical Fiction: My Surly Valentine
In this tale, a pediatric neurologist's frustration with administration over a new MRI grows until catastrophe highlights the consequences of budget decisions.
Feb 28, 2024
Medical Fiction: Barbie & the Prod
An orthopedic surgeon becomes a trailblazer in transgender health. When her work is jeopardized by management's profit-driven decisions, she takes a bold stand.
Feb 16, 2024
Medical Fiction: Logan & the Slippery Snail
In this tale, Logan, a sadistic executive, orchestrates a twisted reality show in which Melinda, desperate for a raise, becomes an unwitting star.
Feb 09, 2024
Medical Fiction: Graham & the Executive Suite
In this tale, hospital director Graham is deflated by a subpar office and shared restroom, so spares no effort building a private one, unaware of evil forces.
Feb 02, 2024
Medical Fiction: Gabe & the Vision
In this tale, maintenance worker Gabe is secretly a thief, while Deborah is a loss prevention manager who stumbles upon Gabe's hidden storeroom.
Jan 26, 2024
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