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James B. Stewart’s *Blind Eye* chronicles the chilling rise of Dr. Michael Swango, a charismatic medical practitioner whose acclaim gave way to disbelief as evidence of patient murders came to light. The book traces Swango’s moves between hospitals in Ohio, Illinois, South Dakota, New York, and a remote missionary hospital in Zimbabwe, documenting survivors, relatives, and hospital staff who witnessed his crimes. Stewart’s exhaustive investigation reveals how the medical system often prioritizes reputation and liability over patient safety, and he outlines reforms needed to prevent future tragedies.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: James B. Stewart
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