by Atul Gawande
First published 2008
Atul Gawande, a practicing surgeon, delves into the complex world of modern healthcare. From the ethical quandaries of lethal injections to the devastating realities of surgical errors, he unflinchingly examines the gap between doctors' best intentions and their actual performance. Weaving together gripping case studies and personal anecdotes, Gawande reveals the insurmountable obstacles that physicians face daily, and the unwavering drive that keeps them striving for "better" in the face of life-altering consequences. This unflinching exploration of medical ethics and the human condition strikes at the heart of what it means to heal.
Genres: science, medical, non-fiction, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: informative, personal-development
288 pages · Paperback
Content warnings: medical-trauma