THE ROVING DOCTOR
An idiot's
not-so-serious
take on life
in and out of hospital
and around the world.
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Cairo – Day 2: Unearthing the Past
A childhood Egyptology dream comes roaring back at Saqqara, before crawling through Dahshur’s pyramids and walking among the ruins of Memphis.
Raja Ampat – Day 5: Marine Gods
Surgical residency panic dissolves as the interview is moved. Replaced by five giant reef mantas at Manta Sandy and deep euphoria at Cape Kri.
Antarctic Peninsula – Day 1: The Icy Continent
Stepping onto the black gravel of Half Moon Island. A world of waddling penguins and camouflaged seals, where the snow falls softly over the ghosts of whalers.
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The Red Sea – Day 5: The Lighthouse
Day four of a Red Sea liveaboard brings Daedalus Reef, hammerheads, manta rays, turtles, Napoleon wrasse and endless blue-water diving.
The Red Sea – Day 4: Daedalus and the Deep Blue
Day four of a Red Sea liveaboard brings Daedalus Reef, hammerheads, manta rays, turtles, Napoleon wrasse and endless blue-water diving.
The Red Sea – Day 3: Sharks, Wrecks & Sunsets
Day three of a Red Sea liveaboard brings the Brothers Islands, hammerheads, oceanic whitetips, the Numidia wreck and sunset beers on deck.
The Red Sea – Day 2: Back in the Water
Day two of a Red Sea liveaboard brings a check dive at Ras Disha, Middle Reef magic, sunset on deck and a perfect night dive.
The Red Sea – Day 1: Cranky in Hurghada
A cranky arrival in Hurghada turns into airport chaos, a solo transfer to Port Ghalib, Sea Story confusion and the start of a Red Sea liveaboard.
Egypt (Again)
A return to Egypt brings a Red Sea diving liveaboard, a last-minute boat change, Port Ghalib logistics and another reunion with Amelia.
Life is Good
A reflective post-gap year memoir on returning to medicine, keeping freedom alive, finding balance and learning to love everyday life again.
The Almost-Love
A raw reflection on dating again, almost-love, heartbreak, connection, fear, family, freedom and learning what it means to open up.
Summer Bliss
A reflective summer-in-Malta memoir on learning to love heat, sweat, sea days, diving, yoga, friendships, dating and work-life balance.
Edinburgh: The Eras Tour
A Swiftie pilgrimage to Edinburgh brings Murrayfield chaos, Paramore, Taylor Swift, surprise songs and the full Eras Tour fever dream.
Glasgow: A Scottish Detour
A half-day in Glasgow brings medieval cathedrals, peaceful cemeteries, tropical glasshouses, River Clyde views and one oddly beloved bridge.
Milan – Day 2: The Lake Como Escape
A Milan escape to Lake Como brings lakeside promenades, Nesso’s stone bridge, Bellagio photoshoots, Menaggio gelato and postcard views.