New Book!
25 years of hilarious stories from a small-town pediatric clinic.
About the Book
Welcome to the heartwarming world of Brian Benfield, MD, beloved pediatrician who keeps the town of Shelby, North Carolina, healthy and entertained. This book is a delightful collection of hilarious stories and touching moments from the frontlines of childhood, where sniffles and giggles go hand in hand. From kids saying the most unexpected things to outrageous parent misunderstandings, these pages paint a vivid portrait of the memorable experiences that take place within his lively exam room.
Dr. Benfield, a quick-witted physician who refuses to grow up, welcomes patients and their families into his busy office with open arms and a mischievous smile. You will have a front row seat as the would-be comedian matches wits with precious toddlers and sharp-tongued teens while helping them navigate the challenges of growing up. Whether gluing himself to a child or having to remove his foot from his mouth, his life is always entertaining. This laughter-filled journey will give you a unique perspective into the remarkable life of a small-town pediatrician.
Hilarious
Children saying the funniest and most unexpected things!
Memorable
Parents in the most outrageous situations!
True Stories
All the stories actually happened in Dr. Benfield’s clinic.
Meet A Few Of The Characters
The toddler who, according to his grandpa, was all muscle
jenna, the little girl with odd stool
The baby with a silver dollar taped to his belly button
The toddler whose mom said she kept her in a “cage”
Sonya, the child who did not let lice get in the way of a hug
sandy, the coworker who put up with a lot of pranks
the baby who smelled so bad the dog couldn’t tolerate it
jackson, the child who spoke western
the mom who mistakenly put her baby on her shoulders
Praise
I never thought he would write anything!
my 1st grade teacher
Please don’t put me in the book!
annonymous parent
No! I don’t want a shot!
Four-year-old patient
