Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End Book by Atul Gawande

✅ premium off-white cream pages

✅ Stitched binding

✅ Matte cover

✅ local premium copy

✅ Language - English

✅ Dimensions - 5.5 x 8.26 inches

✅ Genre -

1. Non-fiction
2. Medicine
3. Sociology

✅ 268 pages

✅ summary -

"Being Mortal" explores the intersection of medicine, ethics, and the human experience of aging and mortality. Atul Gawande, a practicing surgeon and writer, delves into the challenges and complexities of modern healthcare, particularly in the context of aging and end-of-life care. He reflects on the ways in which medical institutions and professionals often approach these issues, and he shares personal stories that highlight the importance of considering not just the biological aspects of health but also the individual's values, desires, and quality of life. The book challenges readers to contemplate the meaning of a good life and a good death, urging a reevaluation of the priorities and practices within the healthcare system to better align with the needs and wishes of patients facing the inevitable challenges of aging and mortality.