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Author's Synopsis
Dr. Sara Whittingham, an Air Force veteran, physician, and endurance athlete, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at age 46. Her response was immediate and intentional: learn, adapt, and keep moving forward.
Oh Crap! It’s Parkinson’s blends personal narrative with practical guidance to help readers navigate life after diagnosis with clarity and purpose. Drawing on her background in medicine and military service, Sara breaks down complex concepts into accessible insights and emphasizes the role of exercise, mindset, and daily habits in living well with Parkinson’s.
Through honest storytelling and hard-earned perspective, she explores the emotional impact of diagnosis, the challenge of identity shifts, and the importance of building a strong support system. Her approach is grounded, direct, and action-oriented, encouraging readers to take an active role in their health and their future.
Written for people living with Parkinson’s, care partners, clinicians, and advocates, this book offers a framework for approaching a life-changing diagnosis with resilience, discipline, and intention. It reflects the mindset of someone trained to face uncertainty head-on and find a path forward.
Oh Crap! It’s Parkinson’s provides readers with the tools to understand their diagnosis, make informed decisions, and move through the experience with strength and purpose.
Format(s) for review: Paper or Kindle
Review genre: Nonfiction—Memoir/Biography
Pages/Word count: 269 / 51,000