The first African-American female orthopedic surgeon candidedly shares her life story from her rise to pioneer status in the medical world to surviving life-threatening kidney cancer. A story of trial and triumph. 336 pages........... Hear what others are saying:.................................................................. "Claudia Thomas has written a fascinating book about her life. She provides a moving account of those days and hours when thirty-four Afro-American women students took over a Vassar College building to call attention to their unfulfilled academic needs. Her years at Johns Hopkins, where she practiced orthopedic surgery, a first for a Black woman, continue the story of her very courageous life and accomplishments."---- Dr. Elizabeth Daniels, Vassar College Historian............ "Every once in a while, you’ll read a book that engages your innards while simultaneously making you feel just a tad foolish for focusing on the trivial road bumps in your life. God Spare Life is one of those books. Dr. Claudia Thomas writes with the will of a prize fighter and the enlightenment and soul of a spiritual guru. If you’ve ever felt pigeon-holed, disenfranchised, marginalized or wallowed in self pity, this book has what it takes to help you put it all into perspective."------ Ms. Lena L. West, Founder & CEO xynoMedia Technology............. "Dr. Thomas is an inspiration to women of all ages. She proves that if you are strong, focused, and believe in a higher power, you can be successful."--------- Ms. Yolanda H. Caraway President & CEO The Caraway Group, Inc.