In “This Is Going to Hurt,” Adam Kay’s candid and humorous diaries reveal the raw reality of life as a junior doctor in the NHS. With unflinching honesty, Kay shares the highs and lows of his time working in obstetrics and gynecology, from delivering babies to dealing with bodily fluids and bureaucratic red tape. His writing is both laugh-out-loud funny and heartbreakingly poignant, offering a unique glimpse into the challenges and rewards of working in healthcare.