The First Patient

The First Patient

A film by Chip Duncan

A dramatic expedition into an unknown world

The First Patient documents the extraordinary transformation of first—year students in the class many consider the toughest in medical school. With extraordinary access and assistance provided by The Mayo Clinic, Director Chip Duncan brings his cameras into a world the public rarely sees. The film leaves audiences inspired by the passion and commitment of the students, as well as the astonishing beauty of the human body.

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Director

Chip Duncan

Producer

Chip Duncan, Robert Huck, and Vivien Williams

Runtime

80 minutes

Rights Represented

Educational Rights, Digital Rights, International Rights

Captions Available

English

Language

English

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