Target: Pain Doc

Roxie Smart became a physician to help the underserved. Settled in Smalltown USA, she took care of patients’ pain in an area where pain management was not only discouraged, but also persecuted by the authorities. Acting within the law and following accepted medical protocols, she thought she was safe from government reprisal. Until one day—the raid. From that point, she found out that government agendas have no room for true health care. Why was Roxie targeted? Was it the “good ol’ boys or possibly the drug cartel? And where do the US Attorneys and Board of Medicine fit their agendas in? Roxie’s naivety in the political world gave her a false sense of security, but she appeared doomed from the outset. Finally, she was faced with a dilemma—fight the government in court with a potential jail sentence, or cave in to their demands. . Her husband and primary support, Wilson, plays a pivotal role in helping her through the decision-making as friends deserted her. Patients supported her, knowing she was their only means of receiving treatment. The final decision was heart-rending for all. The author, Linda Cheek, MD weaves information about real health care issues into this otherwise fictional story. Alternative medicines such as homeopathy and prolotherapy are described. Lifestyle changes necessary for healing are discussed. And the proposed real cause of drug addiction is addressed. Although woven into a fictional accounting of a story of government persecution, readers can draw their own conclusions as to the helpfulness of these timely concepts. The author’s website, www.lindacheekmd.com has more information about health, alternatives, and pain management for readers that are interested in more information from a non-fictional source.