Patients inspire Dr. Buchanan’s first children’s book

March 11, 2014

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As a pediatric plastic surgeon, Dr. Edward Buchanan has seen his share of ailments in children. What he’s observed throughout the countless cases he’s treated is the best treatment in any case is a positive mental attitude.

That’s the inspiration behind his first children’s book, The Adventures of the Prickly Pear and the Happy Hoglet which was illustrated by his brother, Mathew. Buchanan said the book is about looking beyond the difficulties we each face to spot the silver lining.

The book chronicles two best friends who are met with similar obstacles throughout their day. The difference between how each copes is their individual attitudes in each situation. Buchanan hopes it inspires all Texas Children’s patients as well as other kids to always look on the bright side.

Patients as well as the plastic surgery clinic staff were invited to a book signing and reading by Buchanan at the Pi Beta Phi Patient/Family Library. Each received a signed copy of the book. Dr. Larry Hollier, chief of plastic surgery, purchased 250 copies of the book for patients in the clinic and copies are also available to borrow through the library on 16 West Tower. Buchanan hopes to continue sharing this inspirational message in subsequent books.