Finding Life Worth Living
Atul Gawande and Krista Tippett discuss the importance of medical expertise in helping patients find a life worth living, even in the face of illness. They share the inspiring story of Peggy, a piano teacher with metastatic cancer, who was able to teach piano and leave a lasting impact on her students, thanks to the collaboration between her hospice nurse and medical professionals.In this clip
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On Being with Krista Tippett
[Unedited] Atul Gawande with Krista Tippett
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