
Every second in the ER is critical, for every second wasted could have dire consequences. The Long White Coat: BOOK I: TRAUMA TEAM takes readers through a rollercoaster of emotions in this nerve-wracking fiction set in a 1970s San Francisco emergency hospital where critical decisions are made in split seconds under an immeasurable burden. Drama, mystery, romance, and thrill—this novel is packed with all the exciting themes to keep you on the edge of your seats.
For those interested in medical thrillers and character-driven stories, The Long White Coat: BOOK I: TRAUMA TEAM offers an unforgettable ride through the chaos of the ER, where every choice one makes could be the last.
Merritt in the ER
At the center of this book is a young doctor attempting to establish himself amidst the chaos of the ER. From the first page, this book takes you through bustling 1970s San Francisco, where Dr. Merritt faces several problems that test his abilities.
From life-saving surgeries to cases involving accidents, violent crimes, and severe physical injuries, Merritt’s path is filled with moral dilemmas and sacrifices that ultimately shape him as a person and professional. The physical and psychological toll of this job is reflected through Merritt’s experiences in the ER, which fans of medical drama will relate to and appreciate.
A Complex Puzzle
The Long White Coat: BOOK I: TRAUMA TEAM is not your typical medical fiction. Here, Merritt’s life isn’t just about medical emergencies; it’s also a complex puzzle where each case reveals deeper mysteries within the hospital and its trauma team. The story, packed with thrill and mystery, keeps its readers in constant unease as they follow Dr. Merritt through professional trials and unnerving hospital mysteries.
“Silence the pianos and with muffled drum,
Bring out the coffin, let the mourners come.”
Emotion and Conflict Amidst Chaos
Merritt’s already tricky life becomes even more complicated with a strict ER rotation and a new love interest. His romantic troubles, torn between a fellow doctor and a colleague fighting for her attention, are central to both this engrossing medical drama and his emotional development.
The Many Forces At Play
In The Long White Coat: BOOK I: TRAUMA TEAM, the hospital is more than just a setting; it is itself a major character in the book, full of secrets and puzzles that test Merritt’s resolve every single day. As he becomes more involved in his work, he discovers uncomfortable realities, hinting that not everything is as it seems.
A Must-Read for Fans of Thrillers and Drama
An exciting new addition to the genre, The Long White Coat: BOOK I: TRAUMA TEAM, offers romance, mystery, and drama all packed into one. Readers looking for an intense read that accurately describes the challenges faced by medical professionals should add this book to their reading list.
The Long White Coat: BOOK I: TRAUMA TEAM is now available in bookstores, major retailers, and on Amazon. Grab your copy before it’s gone!
Author Information

C. Robert Pettit, M.D is an ear, nose, & throat surgeon living in Carmel, California. With an undergraduate degree from Stanford University, and an M.D. from U.C. Irvine, his ENT residency training was at U.C. San Francisco School of Medicine where he later taught students as a member of the clinical faculty. As a pioneer in cochlear implant research, he was present and assisted in the birth of that amazing treatment for total deafness. His next book, “So that All Might Hear“, documents that experience.
An award-winning film producer and director, Dr. Pettit has also spent many years as a professional ceramist.
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