Daniel Kalla is a Canadian author and practicing physician based in Vancouver, British Columbia. He is known for writing medical thrillers and historical novels that often blend his medical expertise with his love of storytelling. Kalla's books frequently feature fast-paced plots, medical drama, and ethical dilemmas, combining the worlds of medicine and suspense. In addition to his writing career, he is an emergency department physician and the former head of that department at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver. Some of his notable works include "Pandemic," "Resistance," and "The Last High." His novels have been translated into several languages, and he has built a reputation for crafting engaging narratives that draw on his extensive knowledge of medicine and healthcare.