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liam_tha_dawg's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
3.75
As someone pursuing medicine I liked the insight into surgery and other parts of the medical field, and I thought some of the stories he shared were pretty cool. But I also thought the book as a whole was a little disjointed and I did not really agree with the chapter about the death penalty.
trin's review against another edition
4.0
As with his previous book, [book: Complications], Gawande offers a candid, humorous, and humanizing look at the field of medicine, with specific focus on simple ways he feels doctors could improve. (The opening section, for example, is entitled “On Washing Hands.”) Gawande seems like the type of doctor anyone would feel lucky to have: honest, thoughtful, diligent, not afraid to own up to his own mistakes. His books are fascinating, and while I don’t know how he finds the time to write them, I hope he keeps doing so.
kerinl's review against another edition
4.0
An honest look at healthcare both where we have failed and where we can improve.
hmogie's review against another edition
3.75
Very well written and interesting facts/thoughts about the medical system the US (and a bit abroad) throughout. The book felt a little disjointed. However, the analyses of the medical system was incredibly profound.
alicebme's review against another edition
3.0
Ask an unscripted question, don't complain, count something, write something, change. "So find something new to try, something to change. Count how often you succeed and how often you fail. Write about it. Ask people what they think. See if you can keep the conversation going."
ametakinetos's review against another edition
4.0
While this book is now outdated, Gawande is an excellent storyteller, providing honest and compassionate insight into his journey as a young surgeon. It's hard to stomach that many of the problems he describes have only worsened in the past two decades. If not then, let us learn now!
book_concierge's review against another edition
5.0
An excellent sequel to "Complications." Gawande continues with his thoughtful and thought-provoking essays on the art of medicine.