Being Mortal
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For the film adaptation, see Being Mortal (film).
Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End is a 2014 non-fiction book by American surgeon Atul Gawande. The book addresses end-of-life care, hospice care, and also contains Gawande's reflections and personal stories. He suggests that medical care should focus on well-being rather than survival. Being Mortal has won awards, appeared on lists of best books, and been featured in a documentary.
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Author | Atul Gawande |
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Country | United States of America |
Language | English |
Published | October 7, 2014 |
Publisher | Metropolitan Books |
ISBN | 0805095152 |
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