Endorsements



“A synthesis of science and the spirit, Pearls is a treasure trove of wisdom for living a life that truly matters.”
Robert Emmons, Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Positive Psychology, author of Thanks! How The New Science of Gratitude Can Make You Happier, and The Little Book of Gratitude

“My family physician has turned his hand to writing about his experiences as a doctor and the life lessons he’s learned along the way. The result couldn’t be more entertaining and informative.”
John Lescroart, New York Times bestselling author.

“Only Dr. John Chuck, a healer, an inspirational leader, and expert in wellness, could issue this prescription to thrive more. With a dose of humor and self-deprecation, Pearls builds on John’s wisdom from an incredible career and provides practical tips to help us flourish.”
Richard S. Isaacs, MD, FACS, CEO and Executive Director, The Permanente Medical Group, Inc.; President and CEO, The MidAtlantic Permanente Medical Group; P.C., Kaiser Permanente

“Dr. John Chuck’s gift of distilling complex topics into pearls of wisdom is nothing short of brilliant. A gifted lecturer, leader and physician, reading his book is like cuddling up in a warm blanket next to a crackling fire and having a conversation with an old, wise, friend.”
Dawn. R. Clark, MD, Chief Wellness Officer, The Southern California Permanente Medical Group.

“Dr.Chuck’s unique role as a physician, wellness leader, mentor, and healer has afforded him precious insight into what it means to be beautifully human. Through authentic storytelling, full of realism and humor, he invites readers to come along with him on this experiential journey of life. A true gem of a read!”
Kimmie S. Ouchi, MD, Family Medicine Physician and Health & Wellness Leader and Co-Chair, Hawaii Permanente Medical Group

“With humility and humor, in service to others, Dr. Chuck generously imparts pearls of wisdom on wellbeing through the examples, role models, teachers, and mentors from which he came to acquire them. Want a life coach? Read a segment daily. Hard to put down. A pleasure to read and re-read.”
Kristine Olson, MD MSc., Chief Wellness Officer, Yale New Haven Hospital