I Smuggled Drugs for God includes more than 95 of the most human, outrageous, memorable, inspiring, and, yes, weirdest and funniest incidents of Doctor Miller's missions in the Caribbean. While each is a story unto itself, the episodes trace his development as a physician and are woven together by his underlying philosophy emphasizing a humanitarian and faith-based approach to patient care.
The stories are also enriched by illustrating his thought processes and reveal tightly held secrets that until now only medical “insiders” knew. Readers will not only be entertained by the situation, but will also gain a rare understanding of the dynamics that give missionary medicine such powerful appeal. His is a long-term view of a world few people can experience, but one which many find irresistible.
Readers will learn about suicide and the red snake, how two mysterious stomach aches were caused by a visitor from New York, and find out why Doctor Miller had to decapitate a baby and become a drug smuggler. Despite this, he was honored for saving thousands of lives. Every story is a grabber; every one is true.
With the tremendous interest in helping developing nations around the world, you will be surprised to know what it was really like to be a medical missionary in these countries. Dr. Miller's book illustrates graphically what is involved and how anyone can make a difference, but just as important, he shows you how to have a blast doing it. Before launching out on your own for a short-term mission or a life-long commitment, be sure to read I Smuggled Drugs for God.
