Better: A Surgeon'S Notes On Performance

Better: A Surgeon'S Notes On Performance

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National Bestsellerthe New York Times Bestselling Author Of Being Mortal And Complications Examines, In Riveting Accounts Of Medical Failure And Triumph, How Success Is Achieved In A Complex And Riskfilled Professionthe Struggle To Perform Well Is Universal: Each One Of Us Faces Fatigue, Limited Resources, And Imperfect Abilities In Whatever We Do. But Nowhere Is This Drive To Do Better More Important Than In Medicine, Where Lives Are On The Line With Every Decision. In This Book, Atul Gawande Explores How Doctors Strive To Close The Gap Between Best Intentions And Best Performance In The Face Of Obstacles That Sometimes Seem Insurmountable.Gawande'S Gripping Stories Of Diligence, Ingenuity, And What It Means To Do Right By People Take Us To Battlefield Surgical Tents In Iraq, To Labor And Delivery Rooms In Boston, To A Polio Outbreak In India, And To Malpractice Courtrooms Around The Country. He Discusses The Ethical Dilemmas Of Doctors' Participation In Lethal Injections, Examines The Influence Of Money On Modern Medicine, And Recounts The Astoundingly Contentious History Of Hand Washing. And As In All His Writing, Gawande Gives Us An Inside Look At His Own Life As A Practicing Surgeon, Offering A Searingly Honest Firsthand Account Of Work In A Field Where Mistakes Are Both Unavoidable And Unthinkable.At Once Unflinching And Compassionate, Better Is An Exhilarating Journey Narrated By Arguably The Best Nonfiction Doctorwriter Around (Salon). Gawande'S Investigation Into Medical Professionals And How They Progress From Merely Good To Great Provides Rare Insight Into The Elements Of Success, Illuminating Every Area Of Human Endeavor.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What is the main theme of 'Better: A Surgeon's Notes on Performance'? A: The main theme of the book centers on how medical professionals strive to enhance their performance amidst challenges, exploring the gap between good intentions and actual outcomes in medicine.
  • Q: Who is the author of 'Better: A Surgeon's Notes on Performance'? A: The author of the book is Atul Gawande, a renowned surgeon and writer known for his insightful examination of the medical field.
  • Q: How many pages are in 'Better: A Surgeon's Notes on Performance'? A: The book contains 288 pages.
  • Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on January 22, 2008.
  • Q: What type of binding does 'Better: A Surgeon's Notes on Performance' have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
  • Q: Is 'Better: A Surgeon's Notes on Performance' suitable for medical professionals? A: Yes, the book is suitable for medical professionals as it offers insights into the complexities of the medical profession and explores themes relevant to performance and ethics.
  • Q: Does the book discuss ethical dilemmas in medicine? A: Yes, Atul Gawande addresses various ethical dilemmas faced by doctors, including participation in lethal injections and the influence of money on medical practices.
  • Q: What kind of stories does Atul Gawande share in the book? A: Gawande shares gripping stories from his experiences as a surgeon, including accounts from battlefield surgical tents, labor and delivery rooms, and malpractice courtrooms.
  • Q: Is this book part of a series or a standalone title? A: 'Better: A Surgeon's Notes on Performance' is a standalone title, not part of a series.
  • Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the medical profession's challenges, the pursuit of excellence in healthcare, and personal accounts from Gawande's experiences as a surgeon.