William Lynes (born 1953) is a retired Stanford-trained physician, author, and speaker. He was born in San Diego and attended the University of California San Diego, obtaining a bachelor’s degree in biology. Here, he met and married his wife, Patrice. Dr. Lynes attended the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, obtained his medical degree, and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honorary medical society. A urologic internship and residency were completed at Stanford University Medical Center. He practiced general urology for 16 years at Kaiser Permanente in Riverside, California, and is board-certified by the American Board of Urology.
Since retiring in 2003, Dr. Lynes has written primarily fiction, including short stories and full-length novels. He is also an active speaker and advocates for physician burnout and suicide prevention.
He and his wife live in Temecula, California.
--His latest book is A Surgeon's Tale, a sequel to A Surgeon's Knot. Read reviews of A Surgeon's Tale:
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In William Lynes's gripping sequel to A Surgeon’s Knot, readers are again immersed in the intense world of surgical training at the fictional University Medical Center in Northern California.
For fans of Lynes's previous works and enthusiasts of medical thrillers alike, A Surgeon's Tale is a must-read. It not only captivates readers with its thrilling narrative but also offers a poignant exploration of the human experience in the demanding world of medicine.
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This brilliant work of fiction shows the intersection of conflicted healthcare professionals with desperate people who are critically ill, mentally ill, or are dangers to society. Told by a compassionate physician, the reader will deeply care about the characters who are not always as they initially appear and who have nearly impossible circumstances to surmount.
Rebecca Farnbach, Author of Dancing With Prayers in My Feet.
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“A Surgeon’s Tale” by William Lynes, a riveting sequel to the captivating novel “A Surgeon’s Knot,” grips readers from beginning to end. In this tale, every cut tells a story, and every suture holds determination. Prepare to be enchanted by the cut-throat world of surgery from the first page to the final stitch. -
Cyra A. Blogger & Owner @ The Literary Vault
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I just finished another fine read by Wm. Lynes, MD as he pulls you into his world.
His uncanny talent of spot-on word descriptions of people is akin to a blue ribbon chef concocting another fine meal. You’ll find this to be an irresistible book from cover to cover. Enjoy your meal.
WD Stauffer, retired printer
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--Reviews for the award winning A Surgeon's Knot
A SURGEON'S KNOT is a novel's worth of education in medicine and its tough extremes, and a no-holds-barred glance at a grindingly harsh reality, something we could all benefit from appreciating.
Indie Reader
"5 Stars! A magnificent page-turner! Lynes pens a remarkable story in A Surgeon's Knot.
Amy's Bookshelf Reviews.
A Surgeon's Knot is a tragic but hopeful story that illuminates the importance of recognizing stress and reaching out for help.-Linda Duong, License Marriage and Family Therapist
For readers who would enjoy an intimate look inside the overly stressed life of an intern and the medical profession, this is the book for you.-Pascal Imperato, M.D., Author of Truth Wars.
It is a gripping story that moves the reader with compassion and understanding-Rebecca Farnbach, Author of Dancing with Prayers in My Feet.
Jackson is inserted into the psyche of the bibliophile and you are living as him! I strongly recommend this gripping tale.- W.D. Stauffer, Printer, retired.
