Tess Gerritsen is an American author and former physician, best known for her medical thrillers and suspense novels. Born on June 12, 1965, in San Diego, California, she gained popularity with her series featuring the character Rizzoli and Isles, which was adapted into a successful television series. Gerritsen's writing often combines her medical knowledge with gripping storytelling, making her books both informative and entertaining. She has published numerous novels, many of which have become bestsellers, and her work has been translated into multiple languages, reaching a global audience.