Atul Gawande
Surgeon and writer on medical errors and checklists, quoted 'Better is possible. It is possible to mitigate disaster and calamity.'
Quotes by Atul Gawande
The goal is not a good death, but a good life—all the way to the very end.
The problem is not that we don't know enough. It's that we don't apply what we know.
The most important thing we can do for our patients is to be present with them.
Medicine is a team sport. No one person can do it all.
The human body is a marvel of engineering. But it's also incredibly fragile.
The greatest challenge in medicine is not to cure disease, but to alleviate suffering.
The power of a simple checklist is profound.
We are all connected. And our lives are intertwined.
The practice of medicine is an art, not a science.
The most important thing we can do for ourselves is to live a life of purpose.
The future of medicine is about empowering patients.
The human spirit is resilient. And it can overcome incredible odds.
The problem with medicine is that it's often focused on what we can do, rather than what we should do.
The most important thing in life is to love and be loved.
The human body is a temple. And we should treat it with respect.
The greatest gift we can give to others is our presence.
The future of medicine is about personalized care.
The most important thing in life is to be true to yourself.
The human mind is a powerful tool. And it can be used for good or for ill.
The greatest joy in life is to serve others.