In 2019, Greg Vigdor decided to take a break after working in healthcare for four decades. His plan was to relax for a few months before returning to work. However, the outbreak of a global pandemic threw a curveball into his plans.
During this unexpected pause, Greg dove into a brand-new project. He started writing his very first novel, weaving his expertise from healthcare into fascinating detective stories.
The idea was to entertain readers while enlightening them on health policy, the flaws in the American healthcare system, and suggesting ways readers can improve their own health.
In this episode, explore how Greg transitioned his career passion into storytelling. He shares how he embraced this new endeavor head-on, blending his expertise with the art of page-turning stories.
We discussed:
- How Greg launched his career as a author writing medical detective stories
- The surprising part of retirement that left a major loss in his life
- What Greg discovered about himself through the process of writing two novels (these lessons are so important)
- How today’s healthcare system evolved into fighting a losing battle
- The common dead ends that people face while trying to get healthcare
Connect with Greg
Greg on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/gregvigdor
Washington Health Foundation: www.washhealthfoundation.org/book-the-theory-of-irv
Artisan Book Review of The Covid Murders:
https://artisanbookreviews.com/2023/09/03/the-covid-murders-by-greg-vigdor
