""Cook County ICU"" by Dr. Cory Franklin is a gripping and revealing book that offers a firsthand account of life in a busy urban hospital's intensive care unit (ICU). Dr. Franklin, an experienced physician, shares vivid and often poignant stories of patients and medical professionals navigating the challenging and intense environment of the ICU. Through these narratives, the book provides insights into the complexities of medical decision-making, ethical dilemmas, and the emotional toll that medical emergencies can have on both patients and healthcare providers. ""Cook County ICU"" gives readers a glimpse into the high-stakes world of critical care medicine and highlights the dedication, compassion, and resilience required to work in such a demanding field.