Being Mortal Medicine and What Matters in the End

by Gawande, Atul

• ISBN13: 9781250076229
• ISBN10: 1250076226
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781250081247
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2017-09-05
• Publisher: Picador
• More Book Details

About This Book

Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End

ISBN: 9781250076229

"Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End" by Atul Gawande is a thought-provoking book that delves into the complexities of aging, healthcare, and the end of life. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the medical and social aspects of mortality.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by healthcare professionals, students of medicine, and individuals who are interested in the intersection of medicine and ethics. It is also a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand the challenges and opportunities in modern healthcare, particularly as it relates to aging and end-of-life care.

History and Editions

"Being Mortal" was first published in 2017 by Metropolitan Books. The book has been widely praised for its insightful exploration of how modern medicine often fails to address the needs of the elderly and the terminally ill. The book has been updated to reflect the latest research and discussions on palliative care, hospice, and the importance of quality of life over mere longevity.

Author and Other Works

Atul Gawande is a renowned surgeon, author, and public health expert. He is also a staff writer for *The New Yorker* and a professor at Harvard Medical School and the Harvard School of Public Health. His previous books include *Complications*, *Better*, and *The Checklist Manifesto*. Gawande's work in public health includes being the Executive Director of Ariadne Labs, a joint center for health systems innovation, and chairman of Lifebox, a nonprofit organization making surgery safer globally.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Exploration: The book offers a detailed examination of the medical practices that extend life at the expense of quality and the importance of accepting mortality.
• Personal Stories: Gawande interweaves personal stories of his patients and his father to emphasize the human aspect of aging and dying.
• Ethical Considerations: The book raises important ethical questions about how we approach end-of-life care and what truly matters in the final stages of life.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781250076229
• Reprint Edition: Available through various retailers
• Used Copies: Available on platforms like AbeBooks and BookFinder

Publication Details

• Publisher: Metropolitan Books
• Publication Date: 2017
• Number of Pages: 304
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• Hardcover: Not available (only paperback)
• eBook: Not available (only paperback)
• Used Copies: Available on various platforms like AbeBooks and BookFinder

Related ISBNs:

• 1250076226 (ISBN-10)
• 9781250076229 (ISBN-13)

Additional Resources:

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Author Biography

Atul Gawande is author of three bestselling books: Complications, a finalist for the National Book Award; Better, selected by Amazon as one of the ten best books of 2007; and The Checklist Manifesto. His latest book is Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End. He is also a surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, a staff writer for The New Yorker, and a professor at Harvard Medical School and the Harvard School of Public Health. He has won the Lewis Thomas Prize for Writing about Science, a MacArthur Fellowship, and two National Magazine Awards. In his work in public health, he is Executive Director of Ariadne Labs, a joint center for health systems innovation, and chairman of Lifebox, a nonprofit organization making surgery safer globally. He and his wife have three children and live in Newton, Massachusetts.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1
1 • The Independent Self 11
2 • Things Fall Apart 25
3 • Dependence 55
4 • Assistance 79
5 • A Better Life 111
6 • Letting Go 149
7 • Hard Conversations 191
8 • Courage 231
Epilogue 259

Notes on Sources 265
Acknowledgments 279