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Patch’s journey is riddled with peaks and valleys. After he surprises his classmates with high test scores, Karen begins to see him in a new light, spotlighting the growth of their relationship. However, tragedy strikes when Patch loses a close patient, Mr. Adams, highlighting the formidable realities of practicing medicine.
The Formation of the Gazuntite Institute
In light of his experiences and driven by a desire to aid those without health insurance, Patch establishes the Gazuntite Institute in West Virginia. This clinic emphasizes a treatment philosophy rooted in compassion, humor, and human connection. Though he faces opposition and tragedy along the way—namely, the loss of Karen to a mental health crisis that leads to her murder—Patch remains steadfast in his mission.