Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande | The Brief

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Being Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande | The BriefAbout the BriefThis is the condensed version of Atul Gawande's best-selling book Being Medicine and What Matters in the End. Here you will find the key concepts and important details from each chapter boiled down into a clear, concise, enjoyable read. Whether you are a book club newbie or a ravenous bibliophile you will be delighted by this new reading experience. And, of course, we encourage you to buy and read Gawande’s full version when you can. After all, his book is a best-seller for a good reason!About the BookBeing Medicine and What Matters in the End is Dr. Atul Gawande's profound look at how the medical community treats the subjects of dependence, dying and death. The book has been recognized as a bestseller by the New York Times, as well as media outlets ranging from AARP to The Wall Street Journal.About the AuthorDr. Atul Gawande is a practicing surgeon who also writes on the challenges faced by the medical profession. He works as a surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston and as a professor at Harvard Medical School. He is Director at Ariadne Labs and chairman of Lifebox, a global nonprofit organization whose mission is to reduce surgical deaths. His book Complications was a National Book Award finalist, and his book Better was recognized by Amazon as one of the top ten books of 2007. He has also won two National Magazine Awards. For his contributions, including writings in top-level magazines and newspapers, Foreign Policy named Gawande one of the top 100 influential thinkers in the world.Being Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande | The Brief

Genres: Audiobook

27 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 5, 2016

Reviews

[M R B Davis · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this after Mike Eccles had told me about the full version. This brief version i found interesting and can understand the concept of one's existence extending beyond one's life. And therefore our life is influenced by what has preceded it and will influence our existence beyond it. Quite a Bhudist thinking but nevertheless one to which I can relate. Being the brief version, I did wonder how much the message was as a result of the views of those that created the brief version.

[Barb · Rating 4 out of 5]

Succinct and pithy exploration of end of life operations and needs. Because the last chapter is an exploration of after father's death the reader is able to reflect on his or her own parent or self facing death.

My review of this book is that it was not a page turner or something that I enjoyed that much or learned that much from since I am in the medical field and have had these conversations with terminal patients open research.

[Jane Brewer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Uncertain about elder care.

This addresses a difficult subject but sheds some light you might want to consider if you are elderly or if you have to make decisions for those who are elderly. Those situations can be very difficult and trying. We need to know the possibilities if we are to do the best things for ourselves and our loved ones. He may be a little naive about children taking parents in, but each individual case is different. Equip yourself with this knowledge.

[Patti DiGangi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everyone needs to read this book

Tjerevis much thrown around aboutvthe changes needed in our US healthcare system. The important message that we all will one day due must be factored in.

[Laurie Lanning · Rating 1 out of 5]

Poorly edited

Poorly edited. There are numerous grammatical and spelling errors. I would definitely not recommend this summary to anyone. I expected a shortened version of the book, not an overview.

[Anand kumar singh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extremely touched

I was touched by the storyline... Never thought so much in detail but knew the eventualities. This book has bought much better perspective to my life . Must read for everyone

[Kari French · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tough conversation

Tough conversations do not mean tough choices. This book is about treating what you can, knowing the difference and honest communications.

[Audrey Glick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally, after 2 years on the nightstand, I read this excellent book suggesting a change of focus on aging and dying to living a good life as long as possible. Everyone should read this.

[Lynn · Rating 1 out of 5]

Help! Editor needed

Wow, did anyone edit this “book”? The writing has so many errors it is very hard to read. Looks like a first draft. At best...

[Sandra Hodges · Rating 5 out of 5]

It changed my way of thinking about death. I Highly recommend it.

[O.K. Snoey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fair overview

Ok summarization of what must have been a very good book. Many grammar errors and choppy transitions. I've always enjoyed Gawande's writing in his other works.

[Nancy Valley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a must read for anyone caring for a elderly parent or anyone who has the courage to face their own mortality. This book shows the failures in the way our institutions treat the sick and dying. The author convinced me that planning for the end of life is paramount. It will have you thinking about those difficult conversations. Talk about what you want for yourself, or what your parent wants before the a crisis situation. It may be uncomfortable, but it is hugely important. In fact, this book is hugely important.