Go By Boat

Stories of a Maine Island Doctor

By: Dr. Chuck Radis

Narrated by: Cole Tamminen

Fresh out of training, Dr. Chuck Radis moves with his wife and daughter to Peaks Island, Maine, to fulfill a Public Health scholarship obligation. Absent-minded and initially oblivious to island mores, Dr. Radis slowly adapts to a medical practice where x-rays and advanced laboratory testing are available only on the mainland.

When he travels to the outer islands of Casco Bay for house calls, he relies on his physical examination skills and a tackle box of emergency medications to successfully manage his patients. With stories ranging from hilarious to heart breaking, Go by Boat is a respite from contemporary living, immersing the listener in the distinct culture of Maine island communities. Come along with Dr. Radis as he finds acceptance and friendship on the hardscrabble islands of Casco Bay.

©2021 Chuck Radis (P)2021 Tantor

Good honest book.

Lovely engagement with characters and descriptions of the islands. Warm, friendly writing. I want to read the rest of his books now

Absolutely loved this book

Beautiful imagery and writing, especially great for anyone interested in rural family medicine and Maine.