Atul Gawande is an American surgeon, writer, and public health researcher known for his work in improving healthcare systems. He is a professor at Harvard Medical School and a staff writer for The New Yorker, where he discusses various topics related to medicine and public health. Gawande has authored several influential books, including "Being Mortal," which explores the challenges of aging and end-of-life care. Gawande is also a co-founder of Aperture Health, an organization focused on improving healthcare delivery. His contributions to medicine and writing have earned him numerous awards, including the National Magazine Award and the Lewis Thomas Prize for writing about science.