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lam0034's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
jgraydee's review against another edition
4.0
A good history of end of life care (i.e. nursing home and assisted living) in the United States. The book ends with a discussion of the benefits of hospice care.
If you or a loved one is living with a chronic condition (i.e. terminal cancer) and have exhausted all reasonable treatment options, then this is a highly recommended book.
If you or a loved one is living with a chronic condition (i.e. terminal cancer) and have exhausted all reasonable treatment options, then this is a highly recommended book.
desirayho's review against another edition
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5.0
Such a well written and informative book. Makes you think about your own personal relationships, and what you want for the people around you and yourself when it comes to be the end of your life. I think everyone could benefit from reading this.
brog's review against another edition
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fast-paced
4.0
kerinl's review against another edition
5.0
A must read for everyone in healthcare. Atul Gawande opens our eyes to how we can help patients live their very best lives how they intend to including at the end of life.
bendercath's review against another edition
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4.0
So powerful and thought-provoking. My parents who are in their 80s and both had careers in medicine also read this. Everyone should read this book. However, the topic is very heavy so proceed with caution if you are currently having a difficult time.
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Graphic: Death, Death of parent, and Medical content