Final Exam: A Surgeon's Reflections on Mortality (Hardcover) by Pauline W Chen

from zina

Thoughtful, intelligent author. Interesting insights.

from jonesjohnson

First off, let me say this: I love a book with a good bibliography. It makes me feel like I am in knowledgable hands. No, that was not a surgeon joke. Because of this exhaustive bibliography I want to subscribe to all these medical journals. I know Dr. Chen reads them to stay up on her field, but...

from apartmentcarpet

A fascinating look at how doctors deal with death and dying, from the first cadaver they dissect, to the patients that they are unable to save. Dr. Chen proposes that doctors need to take a more intimate and caring role in dealing with dying patients and their families.

from prima1

Excellent view of death-related issues by a physician

from phalaborwa

A surgeon reflects on dying and how doctors should deal with patients' deaths.