"This Is Going to Hurt" is a memoir by Adam Kay, a former junior doctor in the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK. The book offers a candid and often humorous look at the challenges and realities of working in a high-pressure medical environment. Through a series of diary entries, Kay shares his experiences, highlighting the emotional and physical toll of the job. The memoir also addresses broader issues within the NHS, such as staffing shortages and the impact of bureaucracy on patient care. Kay's writing combines wit and poignancy, making it both an entertaining and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the medical field or healthcare systems.