Being Mortal
Synopsis
Dr. Atul Gawande shares his personal experience with his father's desire to avoid life support, reflecting on the struggles of patients and doctors with dying.
Synopsis
Dr. Atul Gawande reflects on his experiences as a surgeon and writer, grappling with the realities of aging and dying. He shares personal stories, including the struggles of patients like Sarah Monopoly, who faced stage 4 lung cancer while pregnant. Conversations with healthcare providers reveal the challenges in communicating about end-of-life care. The documentary emphasizes the need for a shift in focus from merely prolonging life to ensuring quality in the final moments, urging a more compassionate approach to mortality.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Dr. Atul Gawande as he navigates end-of-life discussions.
- Find out why some patients prefer to avoid aggressive treatments.
- See how personal stories shape the understanding of dying.
Did You Know
- Dr. Atul Gawande has been a surgeon for over a decade.
- Gawande wrote about a woman diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer during her ninth month of pregnancy.
- The documentary is based on Gawande's best-selling book 'Being Mortal'.
Perfect For
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Atul Gawande?
Dr. Atul Gawande is a surgeon and writer known for his best-selling book 'Being Mortal'.
What is a major theme discussed in 'Being Mortal'?
A major theme is the struggle between pursuing treatment and making peace with the end of life.
What difficult case did Dr. Gawande write about?
Dr. Gawande wrote about a woman named Sarah Monopoly who was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer during her ninth month of pregnancy.
What are people saying?
Play More Like This
Where else to watch
Related Films
Is this your film?
If you made this film or hold the rights to it, we'd like to talk. We can license it and pay you a share of what it earns.
Comments