Complications (Abridged): A Surgeon's Notes on an Imperfect Science Audiobook

" I actually knew this man's brother and was given this book when it was first published. It has stayed with me all these years! Fantastic! "

" I know I only gave it three stars, but it's not because I didn't think this book was awesome. I probably gave it three stars because the medical world really is not my thing, and I just don't want this book hanging out with the ranks of Austin and Dickins and whatnot. But rest assured, this was a fascinating book, and I will recommend this book to everyone who's the least bit interested in medicine, as a profession or as a patient. I must admit, the first section where he talks about the fallibility of doctors (especially doctors like residents, that are just learning) was a bit discouraging, but the rest of it was extremely interesting. I especially liked the chapter on pain. Anyway, it was a great non-fiction read, and I really enjoyed it. "

" A fascinating and insightful analysis of the unavoidable trial & error, and plain old mistakes, in the medical profession. Doctors are humans too, and a bad day at work for these folks is devastating. "

" I recommned this for anyone (or significant other) going into Medicine. Great read! "

" This book was very interesting and I'm glad I read it. Not a page turner but worth the time. Except when he went to the med conference...coulda done without that bit. "

" Very interesting read on the medical field; and considering it's topic, an engaging and quick read also. Raises a lot of good questions and points on the infallibility of doctors and the mysteries of medicine. I will probably read his other book on medicine also. "

" Fantastic series of essays about medicine, and particularly surgery. This dude can write (he's one of the The New Yorker's medical writers, along with Jerome Groopman, MD). A real talent. "

" DIdn't enjoy it as much as his other books- it seems as though it is more of a mish mash of anecdotes than a cohesive narrative. "

" This is a good book to read in short bursts because of the way the sections are divided. It's a nice mix of research and personal experience offering a look at some of the problems and questions of surgical practice. "

" Interesting and thought provoking stories from a resident surgeon. "

" Why don't good doctors do more to prevent bad doctors from practicing medicine? Are ERs really crazier on the night of a full moon? And what is flesh-eating bacteria, anyway? Gawande is a terrific writer, and his humble tone is very appealing. "

" A good book for anyone interested in life lessons, surgery, hospitals, or anything else medical-related. "

" The first I read if Atul Gawande's medical non-fiction, a study in ethics and the way MDs are educated...eye-opening and sobering, you can't put it down. "

" Gawande is an impressive writer; his stories are great and give a good inside view of the surgical and medical profession...makes it a little scary going into the profession myself, knowing everything that can go wrong, but also understanding the good that can come of care. A good read. "

" Decent airplane book which neither glosses over nor goes too deeply into the balancing acts of the practice of medicine. "

" Interesting, more introspection than particular case studies. "

" It was a very interesting book about the complications and sometimes split second decisions a doctor sometimes makes. "

" Visceral take on improving performance in medicine "

" I loved this book. Makes you think and very informative without being boring or full of doctor talk that is over your head. Very readable. I REALLY enjoyed it. "

" Picked this book up at my mom's cause I was bored and read it in 2 days, pretty interesting studies about the medical world. "

" Great book! Very intriguing and enlightening. The principles in this book apply to more than the medical field. "

" I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Gawande writes using minimal jargon, so that I understand what he is talking about, yet still feel as though I am learning a lot about the medical profession. He also presents both sides of each issue, although he definitely lets his own bias be known. "

" While Gawande stays clearly in the domain of medicine, there are lessons in this book to be learned by those working in any craft that combines technology, personal skill, and human interaction. Better is a good read for anyone seeking to understand performance. "

" More of my new favorite author. "

" Really enjoy his books, they are motivating "

" Props to Jessica for giving me this for my bday - it's right up my alley. I felt kind of proud that he makes health care policy sound so interesting - and doable - and I hope a lot of people read this. "

" Not as good as Complications but he's a warm, insightful writer and his stories and thoughts are fascinating. I did skip some stuff, though, unlike Complications. "

" Good read, found the death penalty chapter especially interesting. Still prefer Complications though, maybe because I can relate to that on a personal level. "