Complications: A Surgeon's Notes on an Imperfect Science
by Atul Gawande
Description
In this collection of gripping real-life cases, a seasoned surgeon pulls back the curtain on the often-unseen realities of medical practice. The book offers an unflinching look at the power and inherent limitations of medicine, revealing a science that is as uncertain and perplexing as it is profoundly human. Through vivid narratives, the author explores the complexities of diagnosis, the weight of difficult decisions, and the constant pursuit of knowledge at the forefront of surgical innovation. This work provides a deeply personal and insightful perspective on the imperfect, yet vital, art of healing.
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hardcover
Metropolitan Books
Published Apr 4, 2002
269 pages
ISBN: 9780805063196
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First Published
2002
Language
eng
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