Author: Atul Gawande
Narrator: Ryan
Format: MP3
IBSN: 9780805095159
Language: English
Publish Date: 07/10/2014
Audiobook length: 31 min
Chapter 2Rationalizing aging Chapter 3The evolution of modern senior care institutions Chapter 4Greeting the end of life with dignity Chapter 5Summary & Review Make Your Bed by Admiral William H. Mcraven
Listening to the summary audiobook of "Being Mortal" by Atul Gawande offers listeners profound insights into the complexities of aging, health care, and the human experience. Gawande's work emphasizes the importance of understanding mortality and advocating for patient-centered care, challenging traditional views on aging and end-of-life dilemmas. This digestible format allows you to grasp essential concepts quickly, fostering deeper conversations about how we can approach life's final chapters with dignity, purpose, and compassion. Whether for personal reflection or to better support loved ones, this summary provides valuable guidance on navigating one of life’s most significant journeys.
Atul Gawande was born to a family of doctors in Brooklyn, New York. He is a descendant of Indian immigrants. He graduated from Stanford University, then earned his degrees in philosophy, politics, and economics from Oxford. At Harvard, he got his MD and a master's degree in public health. He is the founding director of the WHO Global Patient Safety Challenge. He was also a former healthcare reform advisor in both the Clinton and Obama administrations. Gawande is also the author of Complications: A Surgeon's Notes on an Imperfect Science and Better: A Surgeon's Notes on Performance.
- In 'Being Mortal', Atul Gawande emphasizes the importance of addressing end-of-life decisions with honesty and empathy, encouraging conversations that focus on the values and wishes of patients. He argues that understanding what individuals truly want can lead to a more meaningful and dignified approach to aging and dying.
- Gawande explores the limitations of modern medicine in treating the frailties of aging, suggesting that the medical system often fails to prioritize the quality of life. He advocates for an approach that balances medical interventions with the need for personal fulfillment and comfort in the later stages of life.
- The book highlights the significance of supportive care environments, such as assisted living and palliative care, that foster dignity and autonomy for the elderly. Gawande illustrates how these environments can empower individuals to live more fully, even as they face the inevitabilities of aging and death.
Brief In, Brilliance Out
Contact: buildlearn.bk@gmail.com
Author: Atul Gawande
Narrator: Ryan
Format: MP3
IBSN: 9780805095159
Language: English
Publish Date: 07/10/2014
Audiobook length: 31 min
Chapter 2Rationalizing aging Chapter 3The evolution of modern senior care institutions Chapter 4Greeting the end of life with dignity Chapter 5Summary & Review Make Your Bed by Admiral William H. Mcraven
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Listening to the summary audiobook of "Being Mortal" by Atul Gawande offers listeners profound insights into the complexities of aging, health care, and the human experience. Gawande's work emphasizes the importance of understanding mortality and advocating for patient-centered care, challenging traditional views on aging and end-of-life dilemmas. This digestible format allows you to grasp essential concepts quickly, fostering deeper conversations about how we can approach life's final chapters with dignity, purpose, and compassion. Whether for personal reflection or to better support loved ones, this summary provides valuable guidance on navigating one of life’s most significant journeys.
Atul Gawande was born to a family of doctors in Brooklyn, New York. He is a descendant of Indian immigrants. He graduated from Stanford University, then earned his degrees in philosophy, politics, and economics from Oxford. At Harvard, he got his MD and a master's degree in public health. He is the founding director of the WHO Global Patient Safety Challenge. He was also a former healthcare reform advisor in both the Clinton and Obama administrations. Gawande is also the author of Complications: A Surgeon's Notes on an Imperfect Science and Better: A Surgeon's Notes on Performance.
- In 'Being Mortal', Atul Gawande emphasizes the importance of addressing end-of-life decisions with honesty and empathy, encouraging conversations that focus on the values and wishes of patients. He argues that understanding what individuals truly want can lead to a more meaningful and dignified approach to aging and dying.
- Gawande explores the limitations of modern medicine in treating the frailties of aging, suggesting that the medical system often fails to prioritize the quality of life. He advocates for an approach that balances medical interventions with the need for personal fulfillment and comfort in the later stages of life.
- The book highlights the significance of supportive care environments, such as assisted living and palliative care, that foster dignity and autonomy for the elderly. Gawande illustrates how these environments can empower individuals to live more fully, even as they face the inevitabilities of aging and death.
Brief In, Brilliance Out
Contact: buildlearn.bk@gmail.com
