Unlike the Rest: A Doctor’s Story Audiobook
Unlike the Rest: A Doctor’s Story is an unabridged English audiobook by Chika Stacy Oriuwa, following her path through medical school and residency. Its account combines medical training with reflections on belonging, discrimination, mental health and advocacy, making it a personal memoir rather than a clinical guide.
At a glance
- A first-person account of the author’s journey through medical school and residency.
- The story addresses systemic discrimination, loneliness, mental health, family expectations and advocacy.
- Narrated by Heni Zoutomou in an unabridged edition lasting 9 hours and 33 minutes.
Reference price: £12.92
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- Connects the experience of medical training with personal reflections on belonging and speaking up.
- Unabridged audio format offers the complete listed edition for listening.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 9 hours and 33 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | 1 Oct. 2024 |
| Author | Chika Stacy Oriuwa |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Heni Zoutomou |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in memoirs about becoming a doctor and navigating medical training.
- Readers seeking a personal account of belonging, discrimination and advocacy in medicine.
Less suited to
- Listeners looking specifically for clinical instruction or a medical reference book.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Unlike the Rest about?
It recounts Chika Stacy Oriuwa’s journey through medical school and residency, including reflections on discrimination, belonging, mental health and advocating for change.
Who wrote and narrates the audiobook?
The author is Chika Stacy Oriuwa and the listed narrator is Heni Zoutomou.
How long is this audiobook?
The listed listening length is 9 hours and 33 minutes.
Is this a medical training guide?
No. The listing describes it as a personal story of becoming a doctor, rather than clinical instruction.
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