Complications

In *Complications*, acclaimed surgeon and author Atul Gawande delves into the real-world complexities and human fallibility of modern medicine. Through gripping accounts of true cases, Gawande performs "exploratory surgery on medicine itself," examining its power and limits, the high stakes of decision-making under uncertainty, and the nature of medical errors. He reveals how doctors confront ambiguous science, inexplicable conditions, and their own imperfections while striving to save lives. This unflinching yet humane portrayal offers a unique look at the challenges at the heart of medical practice. A 2002 National Book Award Finalist for Nonfiction.

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