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Super Performing At Work and At Home: The Athleticism of Surgery and Life Paperback – May 20, 2014

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How do you handle a “no-win” situation? According to world-renowned cardiothoracic surgeon Robert J. Cerfolio—“the Michael Jordan of lung surgery” there’s often no such thing. Sharing his own remarkable feats as a collegiate first-team academic all-American baseball player, his rise from a surgical resident at the Mayo Clinic to the recognized world authority in chest and robotic thoracic surgery, and anecdotes from his long career as a Little League coach and father, Cerfolio shows you how to think like a super performer in everything you do. Revealing the techniques, lessons, and strategies he himself learned through playing sports, he teaches you to attain what he calls “the athleticism of life”: the practice that elevates the mind and body of the good to the great and makes a star performer into a super performer. Yet, as Dr. Cerfolio learns when his wife tests positive for breast cancer, this isn’t the entire story—and what ultimately defines us is how well we can meet our obligations when placed under the most crushing pressure. In this provocative memoir/guidebook, Cerfolio sets you on your path to super performing—but teaches you, through his story, that your path is not complete without an honorable cause to steer toward and give your all.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ River Grove Books (May 20, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1938416805
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1938416804
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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MD, MBA, Robert James Cerfolio

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Dr. Robert Cerfolio has led an extraordinary life. Renowned as one of the world’s top thoracic surgeons, his peers have voted him one of America’s Best Doctors.

Cerf attributes much of his competitive drive to his formative experiences as an athlete. “What I’ve learned over the years is how to make the game of life itself into a playing field,” he writes.

Cerf has also left an exemplary mark as a family man, raising three sons – all Super Performers in their own right - with his late wife of 22 years, Lorraine.

His varied experiences delivering stellar results in high stress situations have given him a wealth of insight into how to help teams and individuals perform to their highest potential. A dynamic speaker, Cerfolio has presented to diverse audiences around the globe to share his insights on applying proven strategies of super performing to all facets of life.

Today, Cerf is Professor of Surgery and Chief of Thoracic Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Cerfolio also recently served as President of the Southern Thoracic Surgery Association, one of the youngest individuals to hold such a position.

He is a leading pioneer of robotic surgery techniques, having performed more thoracic robotic operations than any other surgeon. His breakthroughs have drawn more than 200 visiting surgeons from around the world to Alabama to learn from his medical techniques and organizational expertise.

Cerf received his bachelor and medical degrees from the University of Rochester. He went on to surgical training at Cornell University Medical College, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, and the Mayo Clinic. Never content to rest on his laurels, he also recently received his Masters of Business Association (MBA) from the University of Tennessee Business School in December of 2013. He lives with his sons near Birmingham, Alabama.

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Customers find the book inspiring, describing it as a motivational piece of art and praising the author as a supremely talented doctor. One customer notes how it captivates readers to make life-changing choices.

"...He is quite interesting - a little too sports oriented for my taste but it proves his determination to be successful and the best in anything he does..." Read more

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"Great read for younger generation. Good read for older generation, insightful. Outstanding doctor who creates the basis for an excellent staff...." Read more

"...Awesome book by an incredible man and surgeon. I loved his life stories and it's inspiring to read all that he as done and continues to do...." Read more

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  • Pah224
    5.0 out of 5 stars Dr Cerfolio was my surgeon
    Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2024
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    I had to have surgery and Dr Cerfolio was my doctor so I thought I would brush up on a bit of his story.

    He is quite interesting - a little too sports oriented for my taste but it proves his determination to be successful and the best in anything he does. I had a very successful surgery so glad I found him
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  • Glaydell Pinson
    5.0 out of 5 stars "Super Performing At Work and At Home" is a wonderful book. I think everyone should read it especially ...
    Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2015
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    "Super Performing At Work and At Home" is a wonderful book. I think everyone should read it especially young people. It is such a motivational piece of art.
    Dr. Cerfolio is a magnificent surgeon and writer. He actually did surgery on my son in 1999 at the University of Alabama in Birmingham, AL, I knew then he was super. I do not know how Dr, Cerfolio does all he does.
    He is the BEST!!!!
    It was such a joy to learn about his book. I HIGHLY recommend it. Looking forward to more.
    Thank you, Amazon so much for expediting my order so efficiently.
    Sincerely,
    Glaydell Pinson
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  • Edward T Charney
    4.0 out of 5 stars Dr Cerfolio is outstandingi
    Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2015
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    Great read for younger generation. Good read for older generation, insightful. Outstanding doctor who creates the basis for an excellent staff. Feel fortunate that he took the time to write this book.
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  • Ginger Dunham
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cerfolio is the best! Awesome book by an incredible father, husband, coach, teacher, surgeon and man.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2015
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    Cerfolio is the best! Awesome book by an incredible man and surgeon. I loved his life stories and it's inspiring to read all that he as done and continues to do. I recommend this to anyone looking to be inspired, searching for a purpose, and wanting to improved.
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  • David
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide to process improvement.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2014
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    This book is a bargain. Dr. Cerfolio wrote about his process to be successful as a student, athlete, parent, husband, and Surgeon.
    The book reads quick, I will probably read it again as there are many pearls of wisdom that can always be reinforced.
    Many people from all walks of life could benefit from reading this book even if they only implemented a small amount of his process.
    In summary to be successful set goals, measure your progress, self discipline, take care of yourself, do something with your life you have a passion for, understand and manage your emotions, and a few other things I am sure I am not remembering right at this moment.

    As I said at the beginning of this review the book is a bargain. Why? Because for less than $20 you can get the inside thoughts of a man who has enjoyed more success than 99% of the population.
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  • ingrid sywak
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for any surgeon
    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2016
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    Very nice book. Being a vascular resident and raised by a cardiothoracic surgeon it mirrored many principles I was brought up on. Impressive surgeon and the advice offered in the book is can be applied and improve ones practice.
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  • C.A.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellence
    Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2014
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    Clearly an unstoppable force of visionary vignettes that captivate the reader to make life changing choices. SuperPerforming should be a way of life for all of us so that we can be game changers and dream makers professionally and personally. A must read!
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  • S. Lalak
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful advice and insight from thoracic surgeon
    Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2014
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    Wonderful advice and insight from thoracic surgeon,Dr. Cerfolio. I have taken care of his patients for almost two years now and witnessed many of the personal ups and downs he's faced. Getting to read a personal account on how he is balancing life, while juggling time with his boys, busy OR schedule, research, teaching, etc., makes me a have a greater appreciation for all he does. He is an excellent example both in the OR and in life. Making mistakes is an inevitable part of life and the practice of medicine. Recovering, regaining confidence, and adapting quickly to changes can help anyone with their performance in life and the workplace.
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  • Gildardo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirador como el título. Fácil de leer
    Reviewed in Mexico on August 21, 2017
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    Súper buen libro , totalmente inspirador con ejemplos de la vida diaria te explica una filosofía tan deficiente en América latina
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  • fabio massera
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book
    Reviewed in Italy on December 22, 2015
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    Amazing book about life and job motivations. It is a book for young surgeons which would like to be the best.
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  • katarina
    5.0 out of 5 stars 講演会の熱気をおもいだしました
    Reviewed in Japan on July 7, 2015
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    著者の講演会を聞いて購入しました。講演会の熱気を思い出しました。
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