by Jared James Grantham MD (Author)
In this page-turner, Dr. Jared Grantham, a noted researcher with the University of Kansas Medical Center, takes the reader through his life of scientific discovery, but a life also of hardship beset by tragedy. It follows a career path that begins in Kansas, finishes in Kansas and ultimately leads to the development of a treatment for a devastating kidney disease suffered by his boyhood friend.
Author Biography
Jared James Grantham, M.D. was born in Dodge City, Kansas, and educated in Stanton County Community High School, Baker University and The University of Kansas Medical Center. An internationally recognized, award-winning physician scientist, he is University Distinguished Professor (emeritus) and Founding Director (emeritus) of The Kidney Institute at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Grantham has written or co-authored four books on renal disease and two children's books: "Ashley and the Mooncorn People" and "Ashley and the Dollmaker.