What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedBeing Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End
Atul Gawande · Book · 2015
If you loved Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End, start with Getting On (Mark V. Olsen, 2013) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End across media.
What hooked you in Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End was the unflinching look at how medicine intersects with our humanity.
Films on the same thread
Amour
Michael Haneke · Film · 2012
Shares 2 threads with Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End: Aging, Mortality.
Just as Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End examines the dignity of aging, this film explores the intimate, painful realities of caregiving within a long-term marriage.
Ikiru
Film · 1952
Shares a thread with Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End: Mortality.
This film mirrors the existential inquiries found in Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End, focusing on how a terminal diagnosis shifts one's perspective on life's remaining purpose.
Still Alice
Wash Westmoreland · Film · 2014
Explores: Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Family Relationships.
Much like the clinical and personal observations in Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End, this story provides a harrowing look at identity loss and the necessity of care.
The Fault in Our Stars
Josh Boone · Film · 2014
Shares a thread with Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End: Mortality.
This narrative echoes the central question of Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by examining how young people define a meaningful life while facing a terminal prognosis.
Series on the same thread
Six Feet Under
Alan Ball · Series · 2001
Shares a thread with Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End: Mortality.
By placing death in a domestic setting, this series expands on the arguments in Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End regarding the integration of mortality into everyday life.
Getting On
Mark V. Olsen · Series · 2013
Shares 2 threads with Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End: Aging, Mortality.
This series captures the bureaucratic and emotional friction discussed in Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End, showcasing the daily challenges of providing compassionate care in hospital settings.
ER
Michael Crichton · Series · 1994
Explores: High-pressure environment, Moral dilemmas, Burnout.
This show highlights the systemic pressures and moral dilemmas of the medical profession, reflecting the critical healthcare environment that Gawande analyzes in Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End.
This Is Going to Hurt
Adam Kay · Series · 2022
Explores: Healthcare System, Burnout, Work-Life Balance.
This account provides an unvarnished look at the healthcare system, mirroring the personal honesty and professional critique found within Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End.
Podcasts on the same thread
Sick to Death
Podcast
Explores: Medical Malpractice, Whistleblower, Hospital Negligence.
This investigation exposes the dangers of medical negligence, serving as a dark counterpoint to the ethical standards and patient-centered focus championed in Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End.
The Peter Attia Drive
Podcast
Explores: Health optimization, Peak performance, Critical thinking.
If you appreciated the scientific rigor of Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End, this podcast offers a similarly analytical approach to understanding longevity and the pursuit of health.
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Common questions
Is Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End a work of fiction?
No, Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End is a nonfiction book written by Atul Gawande, a practicing surgeon. It examines the limitations of modern medicine and argues that prioritizing a patient's quality of life is essential for those facing terminal illness.
What is the primary argument presented in Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End?
In Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End, Atul Gawande argues that the medical profession must shift its focus. Instead of solely pursuing life-extending treatments, doctors should prioritize the quality of life for terminally ill patients and support the needs of their families.
Who is the author of Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End?
The author of Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End is Atul Gawande. He is a practicing surgeon who utilizes his professional background to explore the complexities of end-of-life care and the ultimate limitations of the medical field.
When was Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End published?
Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End was published in 2015. This book addresses the challenges of the medical profession regarding the terminally ill and advocates for a shift toward valuing the quality of life for patients and their families.