Atul Gawande

Atul Gawande is a practicing surgeon, writer, and public health researcher. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including "Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End," which explores the challenges of aging and end-of-life care. Gawande's work often blends medical insight with profound reflections on the human condition.

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Genres:Psychology, Memoir, Health +2 more

Psychology

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Health

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Philosophy

Books by Atul Gawande

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Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End

by Atul Gawande

Non-fiction

Psychology

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A surgeon confronts medicine's greatest triumph and ultimate failure, arguing for a reimagining of care that prioritizes dignity and quality of life over the relentless, often futile, pursuit of longevity at all costs.