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| Author | Atul Gawande |
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| Language | English |
| Published | October 7, 2014 |
| Publisher | Metropolitan Books |
| Publication place | United States of America |
| ISBN | 0805095152 |
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.